Care home interior design taking away the mystique
This webinar gives an introduction to interior design in care homes. Learn how good design can enhance the well-being of residents with sensory and cognitive loss. Explore the impact of color on well-being. Gain insights on making informed decisions during refurbishments.
Learning Outcomes
- How good design can support residents with sensory and cognitive loss
- Looking at colour and wellbeing
- Making the right decisions when refurbishing
Meet our Experts
Jacqui Smith is an experienced healthcare designer with a particular interest in how the built environment can support people living with sensory and cognitive impairments. Designing for health and physical and mental well-being, and the role colour plays is at the core of her work. Her portfolio includes both new build and refurbishment projects in Extra Care, sheltered housing, dementia and nursing homes, homes for young adults with learning disabilities and hospices/end of life care. Jacqui is an accredited member of The Society of British and International Interior Design (SBID) and Chair of her local Dementia Friendly Community.
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