Top Tips For Bespoke Senior Living Furniture

When designing furniture for senior living establishments, it is important to make pieces that allow for autonomy and confidence. Our expertise in design and function allow us to strike the perfect balance between these key factors with a sense of homeliness and comfort.

1. Comfort is key; residents will want to be able to sit in a chair and not have to constantly shift to get comfortable. The seat depth must be designed to offer a natural feeling of support so the user can sit without slouching.
2. The correct seat width must allow for circulation in the legs, and offer extra support to seat and lumbar areas.
3. Arm rests are essential for a feeling of autonomy and confidence, and allow residents to sit and stand more easily.  It is worth considering making the arms slightly lower at the back than at the front for full support, and creating a slimmer design to make them easier to grip.
4. A great misconception is that seat cushions have to be squishy to be comfortable. In fact, many people prefer a firmer seat, and especially in this environment, it is key for independence.
5. Brightly coloured fabrics are recommended as they create a relaxed and positive atmosphere, and in some cases, can also serve as memory aids.