Building Renaissance
at Project Ponsford
Key Stakeholders
Summary
A home for 6 people with learning disabilities/autism, along with support staff accommodation and communal facilities. At the opening, the local housing benefit officer was heard commenting "Now I see where the money goes!", and in so doing, corroborating our quest to deliver high-quality accommodation for vulnerable adults and the best value for the public purse.
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The works included
Reconfiguration of a hotel to provide 6 self-contained flats – two with a full accessibility specification. This spacious accommodation ensures comfortable and calm, modern living.
Creation of spacious staff accommodation and communal areas to allow for 24/7 care and support, as well as comfortable accommodation for the support workers.
External adaptations to allow for wheelchair access such as carefully considered ramps and handrails to ease access to the ground floor accessible flats.
Electrical rewire and insulation upgrades to improve the building’s energy performance rating and comply with the electrical installation regulations.
Fire alarm installation including installation of Automatic Opening Vent on the roof. This is to comply with legislation and provide a safe living environment for the resident and support workers.
Heating upgrade with new boiler and pressurised cylinder to improve the energy efficiency of the building and provide tamper-proof radiators.
Wipeable walls and flooring finishes to ensure hygienic and robust living spaces that are easy to clean and maintain.
Landscaping works to create a serene and easily maintained garden. This improves the safety and functionality of the garden space.