Hounslow
Hounslow, Middlesex – New build family home for a child with severe physical disabilities
Archadia were asked to design a new build family home for a severely disabled seven year old and around-the-clock care staff in Hounslow. Archadia’s solution was an attractive yet functional five-bedroom property which generously accommodates the needs of a young wheelchair user, her family and carers.
Separate entrances and living areas have been designed for the family and care staff which are carefully arranged to allow both adequate access and independence from one another. A spacious, north-facing bedroom on the ground floor is proposed for the disabled child which allows easy access and temperature control, and pleasing views to the garden.
The property is primarily arranged over one floor with a guest space situated on the first floor, reached via stairs or a wheelchair-friendly lift.
Specific design features include generous corridors allowing for easy wheelchair manoeuvring and a ceiling track hoist system allowing ease of movement between open spaces. Sliding electronic doors to all primary areas are also incorporated to enable further independence for the wheelchair user.
Externally, the entrance forecourt offers parking space for four vehicles and attractive landscaped gardens with connecting footpaths. A protective entrance canopy will shield the disabled child in poor weather.
As specified, the building offers ample storage space and has been designed to allow the future addition of a conservatory.