With open but secure spaces designed to heighten the senses, a new senior care community promotes dignity in memory care.
Design Decisions: A tower of strength
By
John Andrews
Nov 01, 2011
Expanding occupancy in a finite amount of lot space occurs in a downtown six-story high rise that overlooks the heart of the city.
Starting a new tradition: better quality of life through better quality of design
By
Brett Bakshis
Apr 01, 2010
A small not-for-profit facility in North Dakota undertakes a massive makeover in order to provide a better quality of life for its residents
Reaching new heights: Seattle retirement community incorporates foresight and style into its design
By
Brett Bakshis
Apr 01, 2009
Seattle’s first new CCRC in three decades features high-end urban living, modern conveniences and truly adaptive care
Design Decisions: Getting the stars aligned
By
John Andrews
Feb 01, 2015
With a 125-year history of serving seniors in a quaint New England village, a new Berkshire Place ensures care for generations to come
A building in the ‘LEED’
By
Tim Mullaney
Aug 01, 2014
Benchmark’s new community has a high-end beach house vibe and eco-friendly features that put it on the cutting edge of senior care
Putting first things first
By
McKnight's Staff
May 01, 2013
A recipe for a complicated nursing home renovation: Take one facility that hasn’t been updated in 45 years, add a strict budget and keep residents on site throughout the project. Columbia Health...
Where the sky is the limit: atmosphere and nature-inspired design at a New York long-term care dialysis...
By
Liza Berger
Aug 01, 2010
A new long-term care dialysis unit offers a calm, restorative atmosphere with a nature-oriented theme and enhanced lighting
A capital improvement: building a facility in Washington D.C.
By
Brett Bakshis
Jul 01, 2009
Architects and builders overcome troublesome zoning regulations to build a unique facility on one of Washington D.C.’s main thoroughfares
Design Decisions: A hospitality twist
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jan 01, 2015
Life Care Center of Ooltewah finds success in two centers near Chattanooga that feature elegant exteriors and comfortable amenities