A glass-enclosed sunroom space extends
into the courtyard. “It’s like a jewel that residents can see from their apartments,” notes Anderson. “The goal is to have this jewel draw residents down into the common areas.” Light-filled spaces are designed to syn-
chronize the body’s circadian rhythms, promoting 24-hour health and well-being. Vaulted ceilings and oversize windows with transoms bring light deep into all living spaces; light “tubes,” similar to skylights, import daylight to interior rooms; and resi- dences have large bay windows. “The more natural light, the better,” says
Anderson. To create the light-friendly buildings, de-
signers used virtual reality modeling, check- ing different site orientations. The tool al- lowed them to study the effect of daytime and seasonal sunlight patterns and make informed decisions about the placement of
overhangs and glazed windows, to prevent glare and increase resident comfort. And project designers and stakeholders
were given a preview “tour” via virtual real- ity goggles or computer animation even be- fore construction drawings were made. Again, reflecting the farm theme, gar-
dens are an important element. Visitors on their way to the memory care section walk through a gallery space with floor-to-ceiling glass that overlooks a garden. A sensory gar- den in the memory care courtyard includes a walking path and raised beds with plants that are fragrant and soft to the touch. The independent living garden features
an eye-catching entry point with a fire pit and stone wall, repeating the material from the building’s interior two-story fireplace. Planter boxes are available for residents to use for gardening. The outdoor space en- courages social interaction, with space for games including bocce.
ON TREND: MAXIMIZING NATURAL LIGHT—for beauty and for better health. Transoms, oversize windows, bay windows, and light tubes (aka skylights) bring the sunshine in.
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