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Managing Existing Buildings on Care-Focused Sites | Arkhi Care Explains
Working with existing buildings always presents questions: What’s structurally sound? What gets in the way of accessibility or modern...

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Aug 81 min read
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Using Screens to Control Heat and Light in Accessible Homes | Arkhi Care Explains
Managing heat and sunlight is a critical part of designing accessible homes, especially for people with complex needs, limited mobility,...

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Aug 81 min read
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Sustainable Rainwater Design for Care-Focused Homes | Arkhi Care Explains
At Arkhi Care, sustainability isn’t just about reducing a building’s footprint, it’s about designing systems that give back to the...

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Aug 81 min read
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Designing a Lifetime Home for Dignity, Independence and Joy | Arkhi Care Explains
When the world beyond the front door isn’t fully accessible, the home becomes even more important, it must be a sanctuary, a hub of...

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Aug 81 min read
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Designing With the Sun in Mind: Solar Planning for Accessible Homes | Arkhi Care Explains
At Arkhi Care, one of our guiding principles is that design should always respond to its context. That includes the landscape, the...

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Aug 81 min read
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New Build vs Extension: Cost & Design Benefits Compared | Arkhi Care Explains
In our work at Arkhi Care, we often explore two design pathways side by side: Renovating and extending the existing property Starting...

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Aug 81 min read
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Designing Sensory Opportunities in Accessible Homes | Arkhi Care Explains
When we think about accessible design, it's easy to focus only on movement, how someone gets from one room to another. But true inclusion...

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Aug 81 min read
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Designing for Accessibility: Full Mobility in the Home | Arkhi Care Explains
When we designed Ridgeview, we had one goal above all: to make sure the client, a full-time wheelchair user, could move freely through...

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Aug 81 min read
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The Benefits of a Well-Designed Physiotherapy Room at Home | Arkhi Care Explains
Physiotherapy is often a core part of someone’s long-term care, especially in cases involving neurological injury, spinal trauma, or...

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Aug 81 min read
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Using Sustainable Design to Reduce Lifetime Running Costs | Arkhi Care Explains
When we talk about sustainability at Arkhi Care, we’re not just thinking about environmental impact. We’re thinking about cost, the kind...

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Aug 81 min read
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Designing to Fit the Local Vernacular in Accessible Homes | Arkhi Care Explains
At Arkhi Care, we believe that accessibility and local character should go hand in hand. In many cases, especially those involving...

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Aug 81 min read
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What Is a Lifetime Home and Why Does It Matter? | Arkhi Care Explains
At Arkhi Care, we design homes that don’t just meet today's needs, they support tomorrow’s too. That’s the essence of a lifetime home. A...

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Aug 81 min read
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The Benefits of SIPs Construction for Fast, Energy-Efficient Builds | Arkhi Care Explains
At Arkhi Care, we often work on homes where precision, speed, and long-term performance are essential. That’s why in several of our...

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Aug 81 min read
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How Functional Design Supports Comfort, Independence & Wellbeing | Arkhi Care Explains
At Arkhi Care, we often say that great design isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s about creating spaces that genuinely improve people’s...

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Aug 81 min read
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Adapting Homes for an Aging Population: Responding to the UK’s Growing Care Needs
As the UK’s population ages, there is an increasing demand for homes that cater to the specific needs of elderly individuals. Ageing in...
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Oct 4, 20244 min read
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Designing for Dignity: How Arkhi Care Creates Spaces That Promote Independence
At Arkhi Care, we understand that home is not just a place, it’s a reflection of who we are, our independence, and our dignity. For...
Arkhi Architects
Sep 16, 20244 min read
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Why Accurate Accommodation Reports Matter in Legal Proceedings
In the realm of legal proceedings, especially those concerning disability and accessibility, the importance of accurate and...
Arkhi Architects
Aug 9, 20242 min read
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Adding Value to Accessible Architectural Projects with Arkhi Care
At Arkhi Care, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional value to our clients through accessible architectural projects. Here are key...
Arkhi Architects
Jul 26, 20242 min read
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Adapting Existing Buildings for Modern Needs
Adapting older buildings to meet contemporary accessibility and sustainability standards is no small feat. At Arkhi Care, we pride...
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Jul 12, 20241 min read
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The Architect's Role in Fostering Accessibility at Home Post-Incident
When life takes an unexpected turn due to a significant event or accident, the space we call home may no longer suit our needs.

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Nov 29, 20233 min read
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