Hands-On Training
for Inclusive Living
Following the massive success of our Accessible Kitchen Area launch in October 2025, Thomas Vaughan Ltd has become the premier hub for interactive professional development.
Our Treforest Design Studio moves beyond static showroom displays, offering healthcare and design professionals an active, real-world space to test ergonomic and inclusive environments.
Every quarter, we host dedicated CPD training sessions to help Occupational Therapists, case managers, and architects bridge the gap between clinical assessment and practical installation.
Next Event
CPD Training Session: Kitchen Design – Measuring for Mobility
Booking Now Open
Accurate measurements are the foundation of client independence.
Join us at the Thomas Vaughan Ltd studio for our next dedicated CPD session, where we break down the practical, clinical, and technical realities of measuring a client's environment. Learn how to accurately evaluate a physical space to ensure your design specifications translate perfectly into real-world accessibility, safety, and comfort.
📅 Date: Wednesday, 23rd September 2026
🕙 Time: 9:15 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Thomas Vaughan Ltd Studio
🎯 Focus: Practical spatial measurement, ergonomics, and multi-user layouts.
👉 Book Your Free Place Below
Why Attend This Event?
🔍 Live Demonstrations Move beyond the pages of a product catalogue. This session gives you a unique opportunity to evaluate advanced ergonomic fixtures, height-adjustable systems, and multi-user layouts in an active, physical showroom environment.
🤝 Expert Insight & Industry Networking Specialists from world-leading accessibility brands HEWI and Pressalit will be on-site throughout the morning. They will be demonstrating their world-class equipment and discussing the latest professional techniques in:
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Ergonomic installation standards
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Multi-user functionality and adaptations
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Navigating site-specific technical specifications
⏳ Flexible, Drop-In Format We know how demanding clinical and community schedules can be. This event is designed to fit seamlessly into your day. Feel free to drop in at your convenience to explore both our established kitchen training area and our newly opened facilities at your own pace.
A Permanent Resource for Your Practice
Following the recent opening of our Live Accessible Bathroom Suite, our studio continues to serve as an expanded, permanent resource for the local professional community.
We invite you to explore how our expanded studio can support your day-to-day clinical practice moving forward—whether you need to use it as a functional space for complex client assessments or as a physical reference point for your next architectural project.
"Reserve your spot today for light refreshments, professional conversation, and an exclusive look at the future of accessible living at Thomas Vaughan Ltd."
Why Attend?
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A Fully "Working" Experience: Move beyond the pages of a catalogue. This is a rare opportunity to interact with a completely plumbed-in, functioning accessible environment.
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Expert Insight & Networking: Connect directly with product specialists from industry leaders Hewi and Pressalit. They will be on-site to demonstrate world-class equipment and discuss the latest multi-user design innovations.
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Flexible, Drop-In Format: We know how demanding community visits and clinic schedules can be. Arrive at your convenience after your final appointment of the day to explore both our established kitchen and brand-new bathroom at your own pace, with light refreshments provided.
What We Cover
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Clinical Assessment vs. Practical Installation: How to translate an OT's functional recommendations into exact, site-specific structural specifications.
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Ergonomics & Spatial Planning: Understanding critical clearances, wheelchair turning circles, and the correct positioning of rise-and-fall or height-adjustable fixtures.
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Future-Proofing Environments: Evaluating modern multi-user solutions that adapt seamlessly to a client's changing long-term needs.
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Utilizing the Studio for Your Clients: Learn how you can use our expanded studio as an ongoing resource—including how to book the space to conduct live, real-world assessments with your own clients.
CPD Training
We're delighted to invite Occupational Therapists (OTs) and other allied professionals to our design studio for a series of special, free training events focused on accessible and inclusive living.
These sessions are a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable insights, share expertise, and explore practical applications in a collaborative setting.
Book Your Place
Secure your free place now! Spaces for our design studio events are limited to ensure a focused and engaging experience.
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We look forward to welcoming you to the studio for what promises to be an insightful and inspiring series.
We have dedicated on-site parking directly outside the Thomas Vaughan Design Studio, making access easy for all visitors.
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Free parking available on arrival
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Blue Badge bay directly outside the entrance
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Step-free access into the Design Studio
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Ideal for small, intimate training sessions and professional visits
If you have any specific access needs, just let us know — we’re always happy to help.
🅿️ Parking at Thomas Vaughan
Blue Badge parking is available in the clearly marked spaces directly outside the Design Studio entrance.
There is extra parking available for our larger training events in the designated area, which is kindly provided by Dunelm. Please refer to the map for the exact location.
Mandatory Vehicle Registration: To prevent the issuance of parking fines, all attendees must register their vehicle registration number with our staff upon check-in.
Access to Studio: After parking, follow the marked directional dots directly to the Thomas Vaughan Design Studio.
🅿️ Extra Parking Information for Thomas Vaughan Large Events
Our sessions will rotate through key areas of accessible design, including:
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Core Design Principles for Accessible Kitchens
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Specialist Features in an Accessible Kitchen
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Technology in the Home (Smart solutions for independent living)
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Introduction to Accessible Bathroom Design
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Bathroom Design for Wheelchair Users