de Fiddes are excited to introduce you to our new blog page! This is a place where we plan to share our thoughts and reviews on design, architecture, products and the latest cutting edge research.
Our team will be posting regularly on de Fiddes projects, review new and exciting innovations, pass on to you the latest education, share and promote notes of inspiration and show you some fabulous photos from our interior fit outs. Keep up to date on latest products in the market, articles of interest and research findings from our Managing Director, Debbie de Fiddes.
Our blog will not only be an example of what keeps the team at de Fiddes committed to being at the forefront of innovation but a fun place to collect and seek ideas, advice for all things design and even just to share whatever is on our minds.
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In the last two months we have done a little of everything and it is safe to say we have hit the ground running! With so much going on, we asked the de Fiddes team what they do to avoid burnout due to over-stimulation and how they manage their energy output. Read their answers.
Read MoreCreativity is a part of everyone here in the office and we know it’s something we will never lose. This is certainly the case for Regis resident Chris Thomson. He is a very talented artist and it is great to see he is being supported and encouraged to continue his passion.
Read MoreAt de Fiddes wellness is of great importance. However what wellness looks like in aged care is a little different. Traditional exercise and gyms may not be accessible.
That’s where Sound Therapy comes in. Sound therapy can range from recordings like guided meditations, to beta waves for focus and singing bowls for relaxation.
One wellness tool that caught our eye is the DreamPad Pillow.
Last night on ABC News Sunday was our very own CEO, Deb de Fiddes, who says, "Showing the virtual reality goggles to dementia residents at SwanCare Kingia was an amazing experience for the residents, staff and especially for me. It created some great conversations and the expressions on their faces makes what we do all worthwhile".
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We had the pleasure of meeting Marc Pascal, one of the co-founders of BuildVR, who brought along some virtual reality goggles for the team to try. All we can say is that they are amazing!
The goggles transport you into an environment that feels real and are a great deal of fun! Solis have a number of virtual packages available from aquatic, travel, animals, relaxation and adventure.
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