75% of care home residents are living with dementia. They often have to deal with confusion, loss of balance and difficulties with mobility. All of these symptoms can be exacerbated by spaces which are poorly designed. It’s one of the reasons why designing for dementia has become a major talking point amongst trade professionals working in the healthcare sector.

Andrew Cleaver, National Sector Manager of Healthcare at AkzoNobel, discusses the topic in more detail in an episode of the Building Insights podcast (16-minute listen).

In the episode, Andrew reveals how a more considered approach to colour can help people living with dementia lead safer and more enjoyable lives. He explains why contrasting colours on walls, floors and ceilings are important. Plus, he signposts useful free resources that architects and specifiers use to help guide their designs.

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Dulux Trade has many online resources for architects, including its Better Construction Guide, Colour & Contrast Guide, and Dulux Connect Marketplace to help find the right contractor. The Dulux Decorator Centre Specifier Hub is also a useful first stop for architects needing advice on designing for those living with dementia.

For more information on how Dulux Trade and Dulux Decorator Centre can support your healthcare specification and designing for dementia spaces, click here.