LIFESTYLE
The courtyard at the stunning The Granton Brighton.
From one family to another AS a family-owned and operated business, OnetoAnother operated by the Buxton family brings together a boutique style of retirement living in Bayside’s Brighton with beautiful, considered residences. The five-star amenities are second to none, in a backdrop you can be proud of, and with flexible levels of support it also provides a complete lifestyle, balancing the need for independence in retirement. The family manages two communities in Brighton, The Crescent and The Granton, under the new banner of OnetoAnother, which means ‘from one family to another’. Managing director Samantha Buxton said at the core of the business is their philosophy ‘family is at the heart of our very being’.
“We embarked on a progressive path with the brand, OnetoAnother,” she explained. “We are a family run business and we are a small, hands on team. “OnetoAnother, from our family to yours, we offer peace of mind, support and a sense of belonging. “We offer a personal, hands-on service.” Ms Buxton said staff become extended family members, balancing professionalism with a warm, caring disposition, and offering a personalised service. “They become like that family member that’s always there to talk to,” she said. “They go a step beyond.” The Buxton Group was established in
Evolving design for safety
1968 by Ms Buxton’s father, Richard Buxton. Since then, the business has remained family run which has evolved and developed, and plans for another village is underway. The Crescent has 71 apartments while The Granton, the newest village operated by the Buxton family, has 35 apartments including one, two and three bedrooms. The Granton’s features include a theatre, a treatment room, a gym as part of the wellness centre, and a consulting suite for allied health professionals. There’s also a seated bistro, bar, and an exceptional refrigerated wine wall, an alfresco courtyard set amongst landscape gardens as well. Another key element to the villages
IKEA is committed to making a positive impact on people and the planet. With an ambition that by 2030, all plastic used in products will be based on renewable or recycled material, the journey towards this goal has already begun with a plan to replace single-use plastic in the range and use different kinds of sustainable plastic in an increasing number of products. The development of the HEROISK series contributes to one important goal for IKEA - that all plastic products in the future are based on renewable or recycled materials - or both. “These products are small but important steps on our journey. They are made of corn today, but in the future it might be a different renewable source. The development of renewable
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are the emergency call monitoring service, which gives peace of mind to families. “Our staff are there overnight in both villages. “The emergency call system is monitored 24 hours a day”. With a commitment to design and functionality, the villages are the perfect backdrop for the next chapter in the lives of retirees eager to hold onto their independence, inner-Melbourne lifestyle. Ms Buxton said they want clients to be proud of where they live. “We are looking forward to a fun and robust summer, with events and tours to be held to show off our beautiful villages.” To find out more, call 1300 204 032 or visit www.onetoanother.com.au
plastic is fast, and other products based on more sustainable materials are on the way,” says Erik Ljungblad, who works at IKEA of Sweden and is an expert on plastic. PLA plastic products are both durable and safe, just like all IKEA plastic products, but PLA leaves a smaller environmental footprint. PLA can be used for lots of different things, including products for children and food contact - product categories with tough safety demands. HEROISK is the first product series made entirely from PLA plastic. It’s both microwave and dishwasher safe and can be recycled. “We want to make it simple and affordable for customers to live a more sustainable life at home,” Erik says. www.baysidegleneirakids.com.au