Creating Community Connections
at Project Drive
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Summary
Project “DRIVE” involved the renovation of a pre-existing detached bungalow to provide 24-hour care and support for an individual with a learning disability and complex behaviour. This bespoke project provided a safe and secure living environment for the resident that enabled the resident to engage in the community.
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The works included
Refurbishment and alteration of a bungalow to provide comfortable, calm, modern independent living.
Reconfiguration of floor plans to provide a separate lounge and carer’s room, including forming new door openings to the en suite and corridor.
Electrical rewire & insulation upgrades to improve the building’s energy performance rating and comply with the electrical installation regulations.
Upgraded fire resistance, fire doors, new fire detection and alarm installation to comply with the fire regulations.
New door control entry system connected to the fire alarm to ensure the safety and security of the resident and to facilitate the support worker’s role.
Creation of an anti-climb, secluded garden space to provide a secure outside living and dining space.
Heating upgrade with new boiler and pressurised cylinder to improve the energy efficiency of the building and provide tamper-proof radiators.
New kitchen/utility design, including a separate lockable pantry designed to guard against eating issues and provide a safe space for cooking and dining.
New wet room, sanitary ware installations, plumbing, and anti-scald taps/shower to provide a safe, functional bathroom.
Landscaping works to create a serene and easily maintained garden. This improves the safety and functionality of the garden space.
Creation of an anti-climb, secluded garden space to provide a secure outside living and dining space.