March 6, 2024 12:12 pm Published by Frances Grant As architects deeply immersed in the design of spaces tailored for children with physical and intellectual disabilities, we find ourselves at the heart of a critical conversation spurred by the Disability Royal Commission’s recommendation at the end of 2023 to phase out segregated education by 2051. This recommendation, while well-intentioned, prompts us to carefully consider…
February 20, 2024 10:57 am Published by Frances Grant We are excited to announce that we have opened an office in Melbourne! Deicke Richards Melbourne (DRM) is a small design focused practice, building on our expertise in architecture, urban design, and interior design. The practice shares the same vision and values of Deicke Richards- to be valued for creating contemporary, effective outcomes that respond…
December 4, 2023 10:59 am Published by Frances Grant Our Senior Interior Designer Magda Myszkowki was recently interviewed by hello leaders, an important aged-care industry publication, about the role of art and architecture in resident engagement in seniors living. You can read the interview here, or scroll down below for the full text. There is growing recognition that art in care environments is having…
November 20, 2023 11:21 am Published by Frances Grant Recently, John Deicke, Ingrid Marshall, and Magda Myszkowski attended the ACCPA (Aged and Community Care Providers) Annual Conference in Adelaide. Ingrid spoke as part of the Places for Ageing concurrent session on the topic “Advancing the quality of the built environment for our elders.” Other speakers included: Belinda Douglas, Senior Associate, CotteeParker Professor Evonne Miller,…
October 30, 2023 11:13 am Published by Frances Grant In the dynamic world of architectural design and planning for education facilities, Deicke Richards is committed to long-term relationships and has a passion for creating spaces that facilitate learning and growth. Our continued work in this sector is a testament to the power of partnership and a shared vision for the future of education, through…
October 26, 2023 12:00 pm Published by Frances Grant Construction has commenced on the new GLA and library building at Mary MacKillop College Nundah. In 2019, Deicke Richards completed a new Master Plan for the College through an Enquiry by Design process. The process involved consultation and engagement with a wide variety of stakeholders from the community. It resulted in a Master Plan which…