Retrofitting for ageing in place
Could New Zealand’s existing housing stock be retrofitted to provide shared-space living for our ageing population? A research paper looked at two typical housing types to find out.
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Designing for high-needs elderly
Research is under way to develop a design guide to improve the quality of life of the high-needs elderly who live at home. This is increasingly important with the expected future growth in the ageing population.
Accessible emergency exits
At present, it is unclear how people with disabilities cope when exiting a building in a fire. A current BRANZ research project is investigating the accessibility of emergency egress in commercial buildings to find answers.
Design hub
Designers and builders can now access a comprehensive online resource about universal design and its use in New Zealand homes.
Enabling ageing in place
Research into housing for over 65s found that many want to stay in their current home as they age. Several designs were developed that show how an established property could be adapted to support senior cohousing.
Egress for people with disabilities
The New Zealand Building Code has no specific accessible egress requirements for people with disabilities. It’s a complex issue, and changes are needed.
