SUNRISE OF FAIRFAX
the community to serve more seniors with- out expanding the footprint of the original Sunrise building. The development, design and architecture teams creatively expanded the community from 53 to 83 units, includ- ing the addition of a new building dedicated to memory care. Sunrise of Fairfax shares its site, including a commercial kitchen, with Merritt Acad- emy, a private general education school, plus two tree reserves and immediate ac- cess to Mantua Park. “Throughout the development and construction, the project team addressed this challenge by working collaboratively with both local leaders and the school leaders,” said Tina Ruiz-Ellen, director of design at Sunrise Senior Living. She added that sharing the site with a school provides a tremendous opportunity for resi-
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entrally Located in northern Vir- ginia, Sunrise of Fairfax presented a complicated design challenge. The goal was to double the size of
dents and students to engage in intergener- ational activities. Navigating the pandemic presented an-
other challenge. “We were able to stay on track while following all local and regional COVID-safety guidance to ensure a safe worksite,” said Ruiz-Ellen. The project was delivered on time. The design was inspired by Arts and
Crafts style homes. The formal building entry is similar to that of a resident’s home and serves as the building block mass. At- tached sub-blocks project to the side and rear and include porches, bays, and towers. The interiors echo the exterior archi-
tecture with simple curated spaces in the Arts and Crafts style. Small spaces feature custom white painted woodwork and nat- ural materials such as stacked stone, brick, decorative wood beams and a collection of fireplaces throughout. Layers of finish materials and textures, including custom carpet and wall coverings,
repeat the Arts and Crafts theme. Clean- line furniture is accented with fabrics in rich colors and bold patterns. Carefully selected accessories and local artwork add warmth while large windows provide an abundance of natural light and pleasant views. The expanded common areas are the hub
of activity. Dining venues are spacious. A wellness suite features physical therapy and private exam rooms. A unique intergenera- tional activity room is available for residents to engage with Merritt Academy students. Corridor pods are situated in strategic spots for small gatherings. The design incorporates cost saving
green building measures. The design team took another innovative step by adopting Fitwel strategies that aim to create healthy buildings. The entryway and ground floor include systems to improve air quality along with appropriate lighting to ensure pedes- trian safety.
Sunrise of Fairfax
Location: Fairfax, Va. Provider: Sunrise Senior Living Architect: Rust Orling Architects Interior Design: Sunrise Senior Living, Design Department
ARTS AND CRAFTS: THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR DESIGNS ECHO A POPULAR LOCAL STYLE FAMILIAR TO RESIDENTS AND FAMILIES ALIKE.
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