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Memory Care Knightsbridge Furniture www.knightsbridge-furniture.co.uk

introduction For over 70 years Knightsbridge Furniture have been designing and manufacturing high quality, desirable furniture specifically for care and residential schemes working closely with customers to develop products which create relaxed, pleasurable surroundings. All our designs are manufactured combining traditional woodworking skills with the latest production techniques. We are one of very few British contract furniture companies to invest in an in-house design and development team, allowing us to commit to British market-led design. As a forward thinking company we pride...

Dementia is a growing problem with the number and carers, a higher level of engagement and of sufferers expected to rise to over 115 million by quality of life can be achieved. domestic styled furniture can augment a feeling of the year 2050. Many of us will have experienced a loved one who suffers with Dementia and will understand how distressing it can be. There is no substitute for dedicated and compassionate care; however by providing a pleasant and supportive environment for both the individuals A varied environment can provide choice, stimulation and enhance a person’s sense of self,...

caspia range

The bedroom has been finished to enhance a The cut-out can be used to open the drawer, A Rossetti high back chair offers comfort and style, feeling of calm and relaxation. however a large, contrasting, easy-grip handle is along with practical features including a hygiene also provided. gap for ease of cleaning, a choice of seat heights Our Caspia range has been designed to aid independence and flexibility of use, whilst retaining The combination wardrobe has been designed for an aesthetic appeal which echoes the style and ultimate adaptability to the needs of the user. The quality of the...

The dining area shows a Balerno table with high Warm colours in the lounge aim to promote The Melrose high back and wing back chairs contrast radiused edge and stylish Henley chairs activity. A Lexie armchair in contrasting tones provide excellent support without creating the with high backs for lumbar support and easy-grip and Olivia ottoman can be used by carers and barrier which can be problematic in traditional wing arms to aid rising. A dark frame used with light family members to encourage face-to-face chairs. Both are great options for areas in which coloured seat and back highlights...

choosing colour The realms of designing clearly contrast in colour and shade with carpet colours to ensure that seating is clearly visible. present important in making life easier and less troublesome. Design: Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias Perception of colour is personal so consider the can significantly change how people interpret what possible connotations such as political affiliation, they see. Bold stripes or designs with a vertical football team colours, superstition and water. bias may be interpreted as bars or grills. conservative approach People with dementia so often...

expert comment expert comment There are many design features that can be For the last 20 years or so people have been talking Within our care settings, how we treat people, the incorporated in a care home project that will lead to a great deal about ‘Person Centred Care’ for people nature of our interactions and our attitudes towards an improvement in the quality of life that residents with dementia. Indeed this phrase has been woven people with dementia needs to be re-shaped. In into common parlance in care settings, legislative short we need to be supporting the ‘PERSON with bodies and...

caspia specification - ontrasting doors, drawer fronts and C top panels manufactured in 18mm vinyl wrapped MDF - Inset door and drawer fronts to create visual boundary around fascias vision panel in doors for visual access into drawers - emory box supplied with handleless M - our-sided drawer boxes with solid F door with top and bottom overlap and bottoms, metal sides and all metal removable back panel to hide fixings - aised upstand with radiused front corners R - abinets have raised lip on top panel to C limit spills over front edge Double Wardrobe with Plain Doors 892mm W x 1918mm H x...

3 Drawer Dressing Table 1210mm W x 750mm H x 630mm D Memory Box with Vision Panel and fixed shelf 300mm W x 420mm H x 138mm D Handles Choice of stylish matt nickel D handle or matt black steel bow handle for increased visibility To view the complete Knightsbridge collection go to www.knightsbridge-furniture.co.uk or call 01274 731900

cloth finish Knightsbridge Furniture www.knightsbridge-furniture.co.uk Knightsbridge Furniture Productions Limited Thornton Road Bradford BD1 2JT Tel: +44 (0) 1274 731900 Fax: +44 (0) 1274 736641 sales@knightsbridge-furniture.co.uk