Architecture
bespoke movement circles adhere to HAPPI standards, promoting accessibility and adaptability. Access to daylight is maximised through thoughtful orientation of the building and bespoke oriel window bays. In circulation spaces, bedrooms, and communal areas, daylight is nurtured to enhance residents’ connection to the outdoors. The care home’s external patios and raised terrace continue this connection and extend outwards to the open countryside. Such features are important to alleviate sense of confinement and strengthen openness, community, and engagement with the natural outside environment. By integrating HAPPI principles into the design process, PRP have created an environment that prioritises comfort, safety, and dignity for individuals living with dementia, fostering a supportive and enriching living experience.
Environmental considerations To meet Lancashire County Council’s net zero ambitions, the design of Bowgreave Rise incorporates a comprehensive range of sustainable measures. These measures are integrated into every aspect of the building’s design to minimise environmental impact and maximise energy efficiency. High-tech insulation, on-site renewable energy generation, and super-efficient heating systems are aimed at reducing carbon emissions and energy usage.
Predicted an EPC rating of B, these values reflect the high level of energy efficiency incorporated into planning. Sustainability is integral to the project, so locally obtained materials from sustainable sources were used in the build alongside a local construction workforce. By following a ‘lean, clean, green’ model, PRP prioritised energy conservation in a fabric-first approach and optimised natural daylight to reduce artificial lighting reliance. To be ‘lean’, the fabric of the building had high thermal performance, significantly reducing U-Values and air permeability. ‘Clean’ practices were followed by installing LED lighting, lighting controls, and energy-
efficient heating and cooling systems. And ‘green’ practices utilised technologies such as photovoltaic panels on the roof to generate on-site renewable energy. Not only technology, but green infrastructure such as retained trees and hedgerows promote biodiversity and enhance the scheme’s environmental sustainability. The building design demonstrates a commitment to environmental responsibility, combining innovative technologies and sustainable practices to achieve long-term carbon reduction goals.
Project challenges and solutions The development of a three storey, 45-bed
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