The newly completed TriCare Ashgrove Aged Care Residence is a standout development. It seamlessly blends independent living and residential aged care within a thoughtfully designed five-storey structure. This state-of-the-art facility redefines modern aged care, prioritising comfort, accessibility, and community engagement for its residents.

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Designed by Thomson Adsett Architects and built by Woollam Constructions, this project reflects a shared vision of innovation, functionality, and wellbeing, setting a new benchmark for aged care in the region.

Acoustics play a vital role in aged care environments, enhancing speech clarity, reducing stress and cognitive strain, and improving sleep quality. Many elderly residents experience hearing loss or cognitive impairments, making it essential to minimise background noise and control reverberation.

The thoughtful acoustic design creates a calm, comfortable, and homely atmosphere, particularly benefiting those with dementia by reducing agitation. By integrating acoustic panels, ceiling treatments, and soft furnishings, facilities can enhance communication, safety, and overall wellbeing, ensuring a high quality of life for residents.

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With acoustic performance, safety, and aesthetics at the forefront of the design, a range of high-performance acoustic solutions from Decor Systems has been integrated throughout key areas of the facility.

In the majority of large open spaces like the dining room and lounges, DecorZen in profile AS26/50/80 finished in Smartlook Burnie Blackwood is featured. This solution delivers a warm, timber-look finish with a Group 1 fire rating and an NRC of 0.75, effectively absorbing sound and reducing reverberation.

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DecorSlat Max in Smartlook Blanket White is featured in the function room and was selected for its sleek, durable, slatted aesthetic, offering a Group 1 fire rating and an NRC of 0.90, making it ideal for high-traffic environments where speech clarity is crucial.

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DecorSlat Max in Verona Oak is also featured in the salon. It provides a refined, natural finish that enhances the space while maintaining the highest safety and performance standards.

All selected products meet GECA certification standards, aligning with sustainable and high-quality building practices. By incorporating these premium acoustic solutions, the TriCare Ashgrove facility creates a safe, serene, and visually inviting environment, ensuring a functional and supportive space that enhances resident wellbeing.

Project details

Project: TriCare Ashgrove Aged Care Residence

Location: Ashgrove, QLD

Sector: Health & Aged Care

Architect: Thomson Adsett Architects

Builder: Woollam Constructions

Products

Zen
Max

Application: Internal

Architecture & Design Team

Decor Systems

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