Housing 21

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Project Brief

Motionspot partnered with Housing 21, a leading UK provider of retirement housing and care for over 60 years, to help them design flexible, future-proofed en-suites for later living developments. We prioritized stylish aesthetics alongside accessibility and adaptability to evolving resident needs. Our role emphasized creating bathrooms that support changing care requirements—such as mobility or sensory support—while delivering an elegant, user-friendly environment for independent living, aligning with Housing 21’s expansion plans for new homes across the UK.

Project Scope

Motionspot provided inclusive design expertise to develop en-suite solutions that balance beauty, functionality, and longevity for Housing 21’s residents.

Design Consultation & Concept Development:

Collaborated closely with Housing 21’s development team to understand resident priorities, including style, ease of use, and adaptability for physical, cognitive, and sensory needs.

Flexible Feature Integration:

Incorporated removable support elements, such as adjustable grab rails and modular fixtures, to enable seamless customization as care needs evolve without compromising design integrity.

Aesthetic & Accessibility Alignment:

Ensured step-free layouts, intuitive controls, and calming materials that enhance wellbeing, exceeding standard accessibility guidelines for later living.

Prototyping & Review:

Delivered prototypes and iterative feedback sessions to refine the overall look and feel, preparing scalable solutions for large-scale home rollouts.

Project Impact

Motionspot’s designs have equipped Housing 21 with adaptable en-suites that redefine later living, blending high-end style with practical support to foster independence and confidence. This partnership not only addresses immediate resident needs but also future-proofs developments, reducing long-term retrofit costs and enhancing satisfaction. As Housing 21 scales its portfolio, these innovative bathrooms set a forward-thinking standard, inspiring a new era of inclusive housing that evolves with its users.