Proposed Skilled Nursing Facility
Student: Sa’adah Dalhat Abdullahi (Project, 2025)
Department of Architecture
Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna
Abstract
ABSTRACT
This project undertakes the design of a Nursing Home Facility that prioritizes resident-centered care, comfort, and well-being. The design aims to create a supportive environment that promotes physical, social interaction and emotional health and also a sense of community. The nursing home design incorporates evidence based principles and guidelines including those related to universal design, accessibility, and sustainability.
The design proposal includes a comprehensive analysis of the site, climate, and context as well as a thorough review of relevant literature review and design guidelines. The design includes private and communal spaces, optimized natural light and ventilation, and accessible and navigable circulation paths.
The project also considers the care model and operational requirements of the nursing home, ensuring a functional and efficient design. The design proposal includes a detailed spatial program, floor plan, elevations and sections as well as a comprehensive set of technical specifications and materi
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- Isa Mustapha Agwai I Polytechnic, Lafia, Nasarawa State 2
- Jigawa State Polytechnic, Dutse, Jigawa State 4
- Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi, Benue State 17
- Kaduna Polytechnic (NCE), Kaduna, Kaduna State 2
- Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna 329
- Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna , Kaduna State (affl To Fed Univ of Tech, Minna) 6
- Kaduna State College of Education, Gidan-Waya (affliatted To Abu) 2
- Kaduna State University, Kaduna, Kaduna State 247
- Kano State Polytechnic, Kano, Kano State 196
- Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil, Kano State 6