See the final renderings here.

Project

Design a senior living facility for skilled nursing and Alzheimer's care residents.

Client Profile

Age group: 60+ years old (and special cases), wishing to age-in-place, to experience the beautiful Colorado setting, and be part of a sustainable community.

Needs

Memory Care (for Alzheimer’s)
Skilled nursing care
Speech therapy
Physical therapy
Respect
Freedom
Dignity

Concept Image

Photo by: ageofloss

Concept words

Organic (primary concept word)
Freedom
Comfortable (which also incorporates soft and delicate)
Enabling (the feather enables the bird to fly)
Engaging

Concept Statement

To provide a nurturing and caring environment that allows residents to live an engaging life and maintain their dignity.

Sustainable Strategies

- Low- or no-VOC finishes and furniture

- Space planning for maximum daylight in occupiable spaces

- Orientation of building to maximize passive solar energy

- Utilize biophelia as a healing tool

- Energy efficient appliances and equipment

- Natural ventillation where possible

- Finishes and furniture contain high recycled content or are recycleable

- FSC certified wood

- Used Green Guide for Healthcare as a guide

See the final renderings here.