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Welcome to the 3rd annual Remodel/Renovation Contest. This year, we present prese another opportunity to learn from eective renovation projects with a design-forignaging focus. In todays climate, many communities are being challenged by the necessity of climate essity change, often driven by aging buildings, competition or regulatory requirements. Projected nancial outcomes can also necessitate the aggressive and strategic renovation of existing buildings. As you review this years projects, you will be struck by the recurring themes of interaction, sense of community, supportive homelike environment and the collaborative eorts that went into these remodel/renovation projects. Among the remodel/renovation projects submitted for this years competition, the judging panel noticed several trendssome old and some new. For example, one continuing trend in the Dining Room category was the decentralization of large central dining areas or the subdivision of the larger rooms into smaller zones. As in previous years, the sensory experience of the resident was considered by design teams that focused on incorporating better lighting and ensuring visual and olfactory exposure to the food preparation and serving areas. The Common Space group had the largest variety of functionally dierent spaces. However, a main theme seemed to be the repurposing of interior and exterior spaces to provide residents with additional gathering and activity areas. Contrary to previous years of the Renovation/Remodel competition, it was notable that submissions in the Resident Room category did not strive to create private rooms or smart doubles with wall partitions. Surprisingly, a majority of the entries concentrated on updating nishes in double-occupancy rooms, without adding additional features to promote resident privacy.
Learn more about these projects by attending the Long-Term Living Remodel/Renovation session at the Environments for Aging conference. For more information on EFA, visit www.environmentsforaging.com.
Long-Term Living is pleased to provide our readers with an exclusive directoryon page S13 of this supplementcontaining some of the suppliers and service providers for the Remodel/ Renovation projects weve showcased. We hope youll consider these companies when planning your own remodeling/renovation project.
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2011 Remodel/Renovation Judging Panel
Addie Abushousheh, Executive Director, Association of Households International Andrew Alden, Associate AIA, Senior Associate, Engberg Anderson, Inc. Keith Anderson, AIA, NCARB, Partner, Engberg Anderson, Inc. Kaye Brown, PhD, Adjunct Professor, Boston University & Duke University Maggie Calkins, PhD, CAPS, EDAC, President, IDEAS Consulting, Inc. Amy Carpenter, AIA LEED BD+C, Principal, Lenhardt Rodgers Architects Alanna Carter, Associate AIA, LEED AP, Director of Senior Living, Mohagen Hansen Architectural Group Meldrena Chapin, PhD, IDEC, EDRA, Professor of Interior Design, Savannah College of Art and Design Wally Dutcher, Owner, Adaptive Home Modifications Consulting Carol Elia, ASID, LEED AP, Principle Designer, CR Design Dan Kabara, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Senior Associate, Engberg Anderson, Inc. Nelson Keeler, Business Development Management, JW Design Architectural Studio Bill Lauzon, Owner, Lauzon Life Safety Consulting, LLC Katrina Liesener, CID, LEED AP, Interior Designer, Pope Architects Russ McLaughlin, AIA, AG Architecture Derek Perini, IIDA, Associate, RLPS Architects Mark Proffitt, PhD Candidate, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Bill Robison, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Partner, Engberg Anderson, Inc. Melinda Sechrist, FASID, President, Sechrist Design Associates Scott Smith, AIA, Retired, Milwaukee, WI David Soens, Director, Wisconsin Department of Health Services Christine Soma, Associate AIA, LEED AP, Designer, Horty Elving Charlie Wilson, Senior Vice President, Buckner Retirement Services, Inc. Jerry Weisman, PhD, Professor, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Theresa Whittington, RN, BSN, Executive Director, Presbyterian Village North Maja Zagorac, Project Designer, Engberg Anderson, Inc. SPONSORED BY
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WhiteStone
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Architect: AG Architecture; Interior Design, Artwork: Spellman Brady & Company; Carpeting: Milliken Senior Living Carpet Collection; Casework: Merillat; Fabrics: Architex, Duralee Fabrics, Robert Allen Contract, Schumacher; Furniture: Duralee Fine Furniture, Fairfield Furniture, Kellex Furniture; Lighting: Architectural Lighting & Design, Hubbardton Forge, Kichler, Uttermost; Paint: Sherwin-Williams Alise OBrien
WhiteStone, under the leadership of Life Care Services (LCS) Development, was looking for ways to improve the marketability of its campus while enhancing the community experience for its existing and future residents. Over the years, new cottages and a health center had been added, but the campus lacked a central clubhouse. In order to draw residents from their cottages to engage in community activities, the team transformed an existing building by creating a distinct entry point and filling the floor plan with amenity-rich spaces with a true clubhouse appeal. By utilizing the existing building, the team was able
to preserve the history of the campus while preparing the community for future growth. (This project signaled the kickoff of a multi-phased, independent living expansion project.) A traditional Southern dcor adds warmth and color to the previous institutional design, but includes touches of contemporary influences to add interest. This style and color palette was based on resident feedback early in the design process. Each room offers a unique identity with a variety of furniture groupings to support different activities. Although the budget was a challenge, the team was able to create an environment that encourages interaction and supports a sense BEFORE of community. Residents gush over the space, and sales have increased exponentiallyincluding the sale of five units immediately following the opening of the clubhouse.
Jury comments: The end result is extremely successful, and the overall design of the new public area corridors and lobbies are inviting and welcoming to new and current residents. This is a wonderful change from a utilitarian environment to one that invites residents to linger. The finishes and trim are of a consistent high quality from floor to ceiling, and the detailing is well executed. The furniture groupings will encourage different activities to occur simultaneously and enhance the community experience. The emphasis on access to natural light makes these spaces all the more attractive for resident activities. The varied furniture patterns, colors and styles add interest and authenticity to the space. The primary neutral palette provides opportunity for personalization of spaces. This project emphasized resident involvement in the design phase of the project. This not only benefits the project through increased buy in, but sends a distinct message that this community sees residents as partners. Reader comments: These changes are so dramatic. Awesome job! Absolutely beautiful transformation! So very different, beautiful finishes....very warm and soothing, yet calming! Beautiful use of space! So much more inviting!! Lighting greatly enhanced as well. Dramatic turnaround. Institutionally sterile gives way to warmth and coziness. Fantastic; never would have recognized the rooms as the same. In tune with current interests while handicapped accessible.
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Craig Dugan Hedrich Blessing Interior Design: Hanna Z Interiors, Ltd.; Architecture: 2401 Architects; Contractor, Paint and Wallpaper: GF Builder; Carpeting: Lees Carpet; Floor Installation: Jarek Carpeting; Furniture: St. Timothy; Lighting: Uttermost, Willow Electric; Lighting Contractor: Luco Electric; Vinyl Wood Planks: Centiva; Wallcovering: J.M. Lynne; Window Treatment: United Supply.com
BEFORE The most difficult job of any facility is to make residents feel at home. This is especially challenging when every day is set by the clock and schedules for various activities. The objective of Fairmont Health Cares remodel-renovation was to redefine the existing space to drive increased resident and family social engagement. This design met the owners goal of increasing person-centered care, and facilitated a deep cultural change by decentralizing dining into neighborhoods, while centralizing activities into zoned social hubs. This approach encourages residents to become involved in activities on their own and with the group. The energy of engaged residents transfers to those who might not otherwise participate. Staff can easily increase the number of activities at the same time, involving residents in baking cookies, playing cards, watching TV, surfing the Internet or just reading. Everyone likes to do a variety of different activities, and wants to be able to choose or change those as they wish. Sometimes, simply delivering a different set up or changing the ambiance means a lotnot only for the residents but for the staff. Happily occupied residents produce a happy, less stressed staff.
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Jury comments: The photos show the ability to completely transform an outdated and very medical-model type of activity/dining room into something that is warm and beautiful! This renovation created a dramatic change from the institutional feel of the original space. The finishes and color palette are very well done. Incorporating the seating area adjacent to the dining area is a good decision. The finishes and details provide an upscale feeling to this space. The change in floor materials defines separate activity zones while the space remains open. Reader comments: Very nice! Great update for these residents to enjoy. Now warm and inviting. The difference is amazing! Window, flow and furniture changes really make a difference here as well as the lighter, softer earth tones. Looks airy, inviting and comfortable. The room previously looked large and busy, with old tile floors and table-top covers that didnt go well with the rest of the green coloring in the room. Nice job!
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Architecture: John W. Baumgarten Architect, P.C.; Interior Design: Helene Marcus Healthcare Design; Flooring: Estrie Products International; Ceiling Tiling: Armstrong Worldwide Products; Wall Protection: Construction Specialist
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Architect: Kilburn Architects, LLC; Interior Designer: Lantz-Boggio; Structural Engineer: Miyamoto International Inc.; Contractor: Trabucco and Associates; Project Development: Covenant Solutions; Corporate Architect: SB-Architecture PC, Inc.; Flooring: Dal-Tile, Durkan; Furniture: Drexel Heritage, Kellex, Stanley Furniture; Lighting: Ironworks; Millwork: MDC Millwork; Wallcoverings: SherwinWilliams, Spinneybeck Leather; Window Treatments: European Designs
Although the two-acre courtyard at Willow Valleys Lakes Community had served residents well for 20 years, Willow Valley sought to further engage residents by offering year-round opportunities in an outdoor environment. Willow Valleys goal of providing residents with world-class amenities was a driving force in this remodelrenovation. New gathering areas were created, including a large patio outside of the main indoor resident union. The patio, adjacent to a cascading water feature and sculpture, promotes social gatherings and al fresco dining in a resort-style atmosphere. The second patio includes an eight-foot fire pit surrounded by a pergola/gazebo. A complete outdoor kitchen supports new activities such as family cookouts and other get-togethers. Residents enjoy playing outdoor table games, relaxing in the sun and having cool evening fireside conversations. The remaining half of the courtyard includes meandering paths with landscaping that supports various birds and wildlife, along with opportunities to stop and rest. Consistent with all renovation projects at Willow Valley, the design team surveyed residents of the community and numerous suggestions were incorporated into the new design. The re-
sults of this reconstruction have been rewarding, and have moved many traditional indoor activitiessuch as neighbors barbecuing together, birthday parties, candlelight dining, winter ice carving demonstrations and club meetingsto the outside. Access to the courtyard space was limited, so the features had to be constructed in place versus prefabricated. Resident safety was paramount and often challenging because residents were eager to use the new spaces. The newly constructed amenities complement the surrounding architecture of the French country-style buildings. Jury comments: Effective use of outdoor spaces. Provides a variety of activity centers as well as nicely landscaped areas to walk through the gardens. The materials and execution appear to be of excellent quality. Allowing residents to choose between shade, partial shade and full sun is a great idea.
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This project consisted of the complete architectural interior remodel of the existing, outdated Administration Building at the Samarkand Retirement Community, a faith-based CCRC owned by Covenant Retirement Communities, and located in Santa Barbara, Calif. The scope of work entailed creating a more open and welcoming environment for both residents and staff by designing a more simple entry sequence with a single grand staircase, expanding and enhancing the lobby area, adding a new conference room, reconfiguring office spaces to be more functional, and providing completely new interior finishes, furnishings and lighting. The renovation was based on the historic Mission-style architecture that is heavily emphasized within the local building guidelines and ties the exterior design with the interior design. The existing exterior consists of a traditional Santa Barbara white stucco faade, black steel windows and a red tile roof. Dark-stained heavy timbers with corbels define the vaulted ceiling in the expansive double-height entry. A dark-stained curving grand staircase
with a decorative wrought iron railing leads to the main reception and completes the entry sequence. The main reception area is defined by a large, open reception desk that includes art niches for local handcrafted art objects. New tile floors have decorative and intricate border detailing. The office redesign allowed for a more efficient and dedicated staff workroom, as well as the addition of four new offices on the lower level. Designed in concert with a resident committee, an interior color palette of soft earth colors, warm browns and stained wood trim provide a comfortable, rich ambiance that encourages a positive and relaxing atmosphere for resident and staff interaction. Jury comments: Taking a dated-looking facility and updating not only aesthetically but also with function in mind is a great accomplishment.
Reader comments: Beautiful outdoor space. I would love to sit out there. Very tranquil. BEFORE Love the concept.
Design/Build: Creative Construction Solutions, LLC; Landscaping: Erb Brothers; Fountain: Integrity Pools; Hardscape: Rose Hill Construction, Inc.; Patio Furnishings: Patio at Penn Stone; Pergola Structure: Dalton Pavilions, Inc.; Outdoor Appliances: Bull Outdoor Products; Fountain Sculpture: Alan Swanson; Lighting: Yale Electric Supply Co.
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Interior Design: SAS Architects & Planners; Contractor: ZCorp Services; Flooring: Kardean International; Wallcovering: MDC; Paint: Sherwin-Williams; Furniture: OEC Business, Sandler, Daniel Paul Chairs; Light Fixtures: Design Lighting Group
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Jury comments: Significant changes were obviously made here that have altered the room towards a welcoming appearance. I see a warmer color palette, which is clearly appreciated, as well as evidence of a buffet style of dining. An obvious success in an attempt at transforming an institutional dining experience to one more suggestive of a hospitality-themed experience. Heavily soffitted ceilings and patterned wall covering add interest. Reader comments This is a warm and friendly space. New coloring and furniture make it look much warmer. Love this! Very pretty! Beautiful, huge incredible difference! Much warmer appearance. This project changes shabby to a relaxed finedining experience. Great job. One of the best transformations out of all the choices.
Foulkeways at Gwynedd
Gwynedd, Pennsylvania
Kendal at Hanover
Hanover, New Hampshire
The Kendal at Hanover Dining Services venues were almost 20 years old, outdated and did not serve the needs of its staff and residents. A Dining Services Task Groupinvolving residents, management and staffwas established and developed several major goals for the project, including a new open kitchen, a refurbished dining room, and a totally new Caf and Coffee Bar. Almost three years in planning, the design was intended to accomplish several major goals: Dining Services should be a gathering place and not just a location for nourishment. The venues should serve as the hub of the community through a dynamic operation that always feels open and inviting. Dining venues should provide a style and finish that is understated and not ostentatious. Dining Services should provide a wide range of food offerings and services that will appeal to both current and future residents. It has been one year since this project was completed, and it has dramatically improved the functionality and service to the residents. The trattoria-style kitchen offers residents greater interaction with staff while they prepare fresh meals. The Caf offers a front porch feel, with a variety of fresh foods to be enjoyed in a bright and airy seating area, complete with a trellis roof. The Coffee Bar offers spaces to congregate while serving fresh pastries and beverages. The renovation was a major challenge, as Kendal at Hanover Dining Services continued to serve its 400plus residents throughout the project. That was made possible by strong collaboration between staff, residents and contractors. Jury comments An impressive result from a well-thought-out design process that included all that would be involved in the final product. Attention to acoustical control, bright lighting, appropriate interior finish materials and residential-style cabinetry enhance this inviting and updated space. Reader comments Fabulous! What a refreshing new space, filled with light. Bright, cheerful colors. Really lightened up the space.
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Architect/Interior Design: RLPS Architects; General Contractor: C. Raymond Davis & Sons, Inc.; Civil Engineer: Woodrow & Associates, Inc.; Food Service Consultant: Culinary Design Service, Inc.; MEP/Lighting Design: Reese Engineering; Structural Engineer: MacIntosh Engineering; Bamboo Flooring: Green Choice; Booths: Jays Furniture Products; Bar Seating: Seating Innovations; Carpeting: Atlas Carpet; Ceiling Tile: Decoustics Limited; Countertops: Ceasarstone, Stone Source; Dining Chairs: Chairmasters Inc.; Floor Tile: Rex Slate Solutions, Stone Source; Lighting: Rejuvenation; Lighting, Large Chandeliers, Pendants, Sconces: Hubbardton Forge; Lighting, Pendants: Designers Fountain; Tin Ceiling: The American Tin Company
This community center reinvention focused on merging the latest advances in senior living with its 350-year-old Quaker heritage. During a series of focus groups and review meetings, the residents of Foulkeways at Gwynedd made it clear that they expected a wide range of amenities and modern conveniences, but were not interested in glitzy or ostentatious design. Rather, they envisioned a vibrant dining, gathering and activity hub that embodied the Quaker ideals of simplicity, humility, and light and utilized natural, sustainable materials. A significant challenge was creating a coherent design image for the building, which had been renovated six times over the past 40 years. After analyzing 16 Quaker meetinghouses in the Historic American Buildings Survey collection, a division of the Library of Congress, the design team, working closely with resident representatives and community leadership, identified a pattern of Quaker vernacular, which led to the final solution. The building additions created a cohesive faade defined by traditional Quaker design principles, while providing space to expand and update the main dining room, library, lounge and auditorium on the upper level. The formal dining area was updated with a new buffet and display kitchen, where
residents can see their food being prepared. On the lower level, a new caf, lounge and terrace dining area offer panoramic meadow views that residents can enjoy. The previous caf location was transformed into an ice cream parlor and marketplace. As the Quaker residents describe it, the design is simple, but of the best sort.
Jury comments This project actually reflects several areas of the community building being renovated around the idea of dining. A complicated space efficiently organized through good use of floor and ceiling treatments. An inviting space, much better suited to the needs, wants and expectations of todays more modern residents. The attention to community concerns truly shines through on this project. I liked the addition of a deli and convenience store. Reader comments Great ideas in this project; many new uses for areas; very inviting! Looks great! Absolutely brilliant.
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Architect/Interior Design: Lavallee I Brensinger Architects; Acoustical Canopy Ceiling: Pinta-Acoustics; Acoustical Wall Treatments: Simplex Ceilings and Walls; Carpeting: Shaw Contracting Group; Ceilings: Armstrong, Simplex Ceilings and Walls; Food Service Equipment: TriMark USA; Porcelain & Glass Tile: Crossville Inc.; Sheet Vinyl Flooring: Teknoflor; Solid Surface: Avonite, IceStone LLC
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Stonebridge at Montgomery
Montgomery, New Jersey
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Architecture/Interior Design: Design Ideas Group Architecture + Planning, LLC; General Contractor and Custom Millwork: Delran Builders; Acoustical Ceiling Tile: Armstrong Commercial Ceilings and Walls; Artwork: Corporate Art, LLC; Banquette Seating Fabric: Kravet Fabrics, Inc.; Carpet Flooring: Masland Contract; Dining Chairs: Phoenix Contract Furniture; Dining Chair Fabric: Arc-Com Fabrics Inc.; Dining Tables: Surface Works; Floor Tile: Ergon Engineered Stone; Furniture: Innovative Commercial Interiors; Lighting: Columbia Lighting, Prescolite, Progress Lighting; Paint: Sherwin-Williams; Wall Covering: Kravet Fabrics, Inc.
Design Ideas Group led the master planning committee through a process that identified realistic, creative and practical solutions to enable this community to reach its full potential by enlarging the circulation area in front of the Stonebridge at Montgomery dining entrance, and relocating spaces that blocked the visual and physical connection to the dining room to increase seating. The combination of these elements has energized this central gathering space, making it the focal point within the building and community. The formal dining room was expanded to accommodate additional seating for approximately 30 residents and to alleviate waiting times during peak dining hours. Improvements that opened up the formal entry sequence include architectural elements, finishes, furniture and art selections. An existing bar, small lounge area and private dining room were eliminated to accommodate for the expansion and additional seating. The dining room received a new custom wood frame, and glazed entry wall and doors leading to and from the dining room into the main circulation corridor. An existing fireplace was removed to create a strong and direct connection between the new dining room and the lounge/waiting area that residents can enjoy before and after dining. Two new food service staging areas were
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created to assist in their overall food service flow and added dining volume. As part of the renovation, all the finishes, ceilings, lighting and furniture were selected and replaced throughout, giving the final completed dining room a better flow, a greater aesthetic presence within the facility and, most importantly, achieving the goal of the master planning process. Jury comments The project is successful because it responds to the physical needs of the residents. Also, by keeping the finishes warm, clean and simple, residents are not overwhelmed with detail and prints. Opening up this space to the adjacent lounge area with the big glass wall is a wonderful way to make it inviting and feel more spacious. Even the things left in place feel fresh with these changes.
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Architecture: Hicks Nation Architects; Interior Design: Westminster Services; Contractor: Albritton Williams; Lighting Engineer: H2 Engineering; Acoustical Ceilings: USG; Carpet Tiles: InterfaceFlor, LLC; Chandeliers: World Class Lighting; Floor Tile, Wall Tile: Ilva; Food Service, Food Service Counters: International Restaurant Distributors; Paint: Sherwin-Williams; Pendant Lighting: Golden Lighting; Recessed Lighting: Con-Tech Lighting; Tables and Chairs: Daniel Paul Chairs LLC; Window Treatments: TI Associates
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(for ease of distinguishing against the wall and floor); contrasting hardware, which is easy to grip; crypton carpet used both for ease of cleaning and ability to select color combinations from the yarn up (the three yarn colors were then used as the basis for paint and fabric selections); two created
closet areas, one with a panel door for residents and one with a flush locking door; niche, built-in shelves for display of personal items; and resident bathroom entry with no door that is visible from the living space. This greatly helps to decrease incontinence.
Architecture/Interior Design: HKIT Architects; Designer: ABHOW (*In Memoriam: Paul Jepson); Construction Manager: ABHOW; General Contractor: Bay Area Cabinets; Lighting Consultant: Design Concepts Unlimited; Reupholstery: Kay Chesterfield; Carpeting: Signature Carpets; Resilient Flooring: Armstrong; Lighting: Murray Feiss; Paint: Benjamin Moore; Furniture: The Wooden Duck; Fabrics: Robert Allen Contract, Kravet; Accessories: One Kings Lane
Jury comments Shared to private, nice dcor, warm colors, added display shelves. Good color scheme and a nice residential feel. I like the ceiling lights, bed table lights and window coverings. Reader comments Clean lines, uncluttered; nicely done! Excellent use of space! This is a beautiful use of old and dated space, and converting it into a new, attractive and helpful space for residents with dementia. Good job! Unbelievable transformationgenius at work. I have had the opportunity to tour this project. The photos do not capture the complete beauty of this transformation. I would be thrilled to have any member of my family here at the Grove. This is one of the most beautiful memory care designs that I have seen. When you walk in, you just feel the warmth, caring and dignity from each and every room, the details and intentional memory support design/furnishings. The photos dont do it justice. It is wonderful. Very nice. The renovations open this room up nicely for an Alzheimers resident.
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Jury comments The living room area and bedroom are very nicely done. The best Ive seen thus far. Great job with the living room, lights and storage. Reader comments Great choice with putting the door in the bedroom. Amazing transformation! Looks great! This is homey, attractive and warm. It has an atmosphere of spaciousness as well. Beautiful! Loved the kitchen; what a difference!
2011 Lauren Denham
The clients were moving from a nearly 4,000-square-foot townhouse on the North Shore of Boston to a 1,600-square-foot apartment in Fox Hill Village, Westwood, Mass. They had art and objects, and too much stuff. Because they were young retirees who were still very active in their professional lives and volunteer activities, they both needed the use of a shared office. Other requirements were a new kitchen and baths, a den that could double as a guest room, as well as ample display space for their art. Their prior home was very formal in feel, almost forbidding at times, and the clients wished for this apartment to be more user friendly for both themselves and family and friends. The apartment was vintage 1989 and had not been updated in 20 years. J. Schwartz Design (JSD) moved walls and created an open office adjacent to a new custom galley kitchen. By the shrewd use of color and carpets, JSD transformed the bare white box into a stunning backdrop for the clients furnishings and art, which they were able to take with them. The exception was the guest room/den, where JSD started from scratch with new furnishings and finishes.
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By careful planning and attention to every detail, JSD was able to anticipate all the aesthetic and technical challenges of the project. The clients were active participants throughout, and are now ensconced happily in their new home. Jury comments The den is nicely done as is the entry hallway and the shared office space. I like the hallway width and the color scheme, as well as the task lighting and desk space. Reader comments Homelike environment for residents who remain very active. Great update. Not so stark. Incredible transformation. My favorite was transforming the bare white box into a wall of art.
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Interior Design: J. Schwartz Design; Contractor, Built-In: Glynn Contracting; Appliances, Lighting: Yale Appliance & Lighting; Cabinet Hardware: Needham Lock & Decorative Hardware; Cabinetry, Countertops: Metropolitan Cabinets & Countertops; Flooring: K. Powers & Company; Furniture: West Elm; Paint: Benjamin Moore; Sink and Faucet: FEI/J.D. Daddario Ferguson; Tile: Ideal Tile of Newton; Window Treatments: Fashion Window Designs
Still Hopes
Columbia, South Carolina
2011 LowryMcKee Photography Interior Design: GMK Interiors; Contractor: GMK Associates; Flooring: Toli; Lighting: Progress Lighting; Paint: Benjamin Moore, Rose Talbert, Sherwin-Williams; Solid Surface: LG; Wall Base: Johnsonite
Occupancy in the Rosalie Bomar Assisted Living Dementia Unit at Still Hopes Retirement Community was quickly sliding downhill despite high marketing traffic. The units more traditional community areas and resident rooms, offering minimal storage and space, needed modernization. Prospective residents and their families sought comfort, convenience and an environment where they could age in stylepart of a new resident population whose expectation is high-end comfort, convenience and the latest in technology. Knowing design that addresses this new culture and its inherent lifestyle trends head on will own the future in terms of viability and potential profitability, GMK Interiors worked with Still Hopes on extensive renovations to 24 resident rooms and its public healthcare areas. The design team created custom storage spaces, along with new finishes and fixtures for each resident room, as well as renovated bathing spaces. Working to open each room up and create more usable space, the designers reprogrammed existing areas and added fresh design materials. The result: personal, residential rooms easier to navigate and more accommodating from a storage standpoint. The traditional healthcare unit was transformed into a residential-inspired space offering comfort, activity and, above all, choices that meet the residents needs and exceed their expec-
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tations. The renovation proved a huge success, most readily seen through a 33 percent increase in occupancy.
Jury comments This is the most storage (and nicest looking storage) Ive ever seen in a resident room. Nice flooring change, good storage. Reader comments Great use of storage space. More inviting.
Architect: Herman Gibans Fodor, Inc. Architects; Appliances: Amana, Frigidaire, General Electric, Bloom Brothers Supply; Bath Countertop: AMI, Wolff Brothers Supply Inc.; Bath Tile: Crossville Color Blox, Virginia Tile; Cabinetry: Kraftline by Kraftmaid, Marquis by Cardell, Babin Building Solutions; Carpet: Mohawk, Marche Mohawk Industries; Door Locks: Sargent, Cleveland Vicon Company; Grab Bars: Moen, Active Plumbing Supply; HVAC-PTAC Units: Amana, Goodman Company; Kitchen Countertop: Meganite, Cleveland Plywood; Kitchen Tile: Dal Tile Passagio, Dal Tile Corp.; Paint: Sherwin-Williams; Plumbing: Badger5, Delta, Gerber, LK PSR-22193, Swanstone, Taylor Plumbing Contractors
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Clarion Bathware
44 Amsler Ave. Shippenville, PA 16254 Contact: Lee Wentling (800) 576-9228 Email: lwentling@clarionbathware.com Web: www.clarionbathware.com
Lonseal, Inc.
928 East 238th St. Carson, CA 90745 Contact: Scott Slaven (800) 832-7111 Email: sslaven@lonseal.com Web: www.lonseal.com
Lonseal is acknowledged as one of the leaders in resilient vinyl ooring for healthcare facilities. Our anti-microbial products have an unparalleled range of slip-resistant, sound-dampening, and cushioned step surfaces that afford not only a healing environment for patient recovery, but also help create a pleasant workplace for staff. With its easy-to-clean and long life-cycle attributes, Lonseal ooring allows personnel to focus entirely on ensuring effective treatment.
Cooper Lighting
1121 Highway 74 South Peachtree City, GA 30269 Contact: Tom Lane (770) 486-4800 Email: talktous@cooperindustries.com Web: www.cooperlighting.com
Milliken
920 Milliken Road Spartanburg, SC 29308 Contact: Clarence Porch (706) 880-5344 Email: clarence.porch@milliken.com Web: www.millikencontract.com
To Market
397 N. Harvard Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73127 Contact: Larry Pope (877) 240-5825 Email: lpope@ToMkt.com Web: www.ToMkt.com
To Market is an international sales and marketing company founded on the principle of bringing Alternative Materials for Interior Spaces, to the commercial marketplace by designing and selling environmentally friendly, sustainable-designed, color-coordinated products. Our products include: Teknoor, no wax-no buff commercial sheet vinyl, Atmosphere Recycled Rubber Flooring, Ozoloc patented locking oor systems, Unicork Flooring, and Preserve Bamboo.
Horty Elving
505 East Grant St. Minneapolis, MN 55404 Contact: Michelle Juneau (612) 332-4422 Email: juneaum@hortyelving.com Web: www.hortyelving.com
Tandus
311 Smith Industrial Blvd. Dalton, GA 30722 Contact: Ridley Kinsey (706) 259-2609 Email: rkinsey@tandus.com Web: www.tandus.com
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Tecni-Quip Carts
960 Crossroads Blvd. Seguin, TX 78150 Contact: Jo Beth Reilly (800) 826-1245 Email: jobeth@tqind.com Web: www.tqind.com
AG Architecture
Wauwatosa, WI Contact: Gene Guszkowski, AIA (414) 431-3131 Email: ergusz@agarch.com Web: www.agarch.com
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New York, NY Contact: Lori Miller (412) 894-8341 Email: l.miller@perkinseastman.com Web: www.perkinseastman.com Perkins Eastman offers the latest solutions in planning and design, strategic visioning, board education, partnership development, program management, and post-occupancy research. We understand the complex strategic, financing, and planning issues facing your organizations, and we are experts at designing dynamic new buildings as well as working with existing buildingsmanaging phased replacement programs, responding to todays technology, and upgrading interiors for appealing physical and social spaces. Our goal is to help you to create residential and care environments that support operations, promote healing, and increase comfort for residents, visitors, and staff. View our portfolio online.
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THW Design
2100 RiverEdge Parkway, Suite 900 Atlanta, GA 30339 Contact: Jim Hudgins (770) 916-2220 Email: jimhudgins@thw.com Web: www.thw.com
Philadelphia, PA Contact: Susan Buchanan (215) 430-5046 Email: info@wrtdesign.com Web: www.wrtdesign.com Wallace Roberts & Todd (WRT) is a national architecture, design, landscape architecture, and planning firm with a long-standing commitment to sustainable design. Our experience in creating quality, homelike environments for elders includes full CCRC campuses, stand-alone buildings, and additions at all care levels. All of our work has one common theme: making places better.
THW Interiors
2100 RiverEdge Parkway, Suite 900 Atlanta, GA 30339 Contact: Susan Isbill (770) 916-2220 Email: susanisbill@thw.com Web: www.thw.com
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Its Never 2 Late works in tandem with activity directors and in community therapy settings to address the mind, body and spirit of each resident. The only thing more powerful than the ability to bring the world to Frank, is the opportunity to help him stay relevant.
Theres a reason patients like Frank look forward to therapy using Its Never 2 Late systems. Its never dull and boring! Through research and real-world examples, Its Never 2 Late has found that using the computer for therapeutic intervention helps residents sustain treatment for longer periods of time while keeping them engaged. Across the country, Its Never 2 Late is updating therapy departments with cutting-edge technology that helps elderly patients adhere to their treatment plans and heal at a faster rate. Plus, therapy with Its Never 2 Late Systems exposes patients to new activities & brightens their day. Just ask Frank.