Ageing in Suburbia: Designing for Demographic Change in Australia and New Zealand (2014) (original) (raw)

The paper addresses the demographic challenges posed by an ageing population in Australia and New Zealand, emphasizing the need for innovative housing solutions that cater to the preferences of older adults. It discusses the limitations of existing aged-care guidelines and the importance of ageing in place, advocating for designs that facilitate independence and integration within communities. The research highlights various housing typologies, such as co-housing and retirement villages, while calling for reforms in urban planning policies to accommodate the growing diversity of older populations.