Design Articles

All roads lead to home

February 01, 2012

One facility's new wandering garden assists caregivers by ensuring residents don't get lost while exploring the space's sights and sounds.
 

Design Decisions: Head to the hills for rehab

January 03, 2012

Care that is provided 'with a servant's heart' makes Westover Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare special for inpatients and outpatients.
 

Design decisions: Design as a matter of faith

December 01, 2011

A new multi-faith chapel at one Florida continuing care retirement community provides enlightenment for believers and non-believers
 

Design Decisions: A tower of strength

November 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.
 

Eldercare that blossoms

October 01, 2011

Seemingly small changes to a garden patio have a huge impact on the residents and their caregivers at one California nursing home.
 

Design decisions: Rehab front and center

September 01, 2011

Operator places rehab unit near the entrance to motivate workers, provide ease-of-use for residents and to entice prospective clients
 

Design Decisions: Sun-soaked memory care

August 02, 2011

Canyon Valley Memory Care builds on the Arizona landscape to create personalized and familiar care that is both relaxing and stimulating
 

Future and past in the plan

May 02, 2011

The Clyde E. Lassen State Veterans' Nursing Home honors residents by respecting and promoting their past, and protecting their future.
 

Design decisions: No need to tip the valet

April 01, 2011

A new dining area overhaul helps residents enjoy the pleasures of an upscale restaurant experience without ever leaving the building.
 

Design Decisions: Racing to the future of care

March 01, 2011

Sam Swope Masonic Homes of Kentucky combines the state's culture and evolving care models while quadrupling facility size.
 
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