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Whatever Easter means to your residents, you can make the most of your campus design and amenities to help them celebrate and enjoy the holiday with family and friends. Spaces for Togetherness
The environment itself can shape how holidays are experienced. Bright, welcoming common areas, access to outdoor gardens, and flexible gathering spaces make it easier to host celebrations that feel both festive and comfortable.
In a recent article, Dr. Joe Coughlin asked, “Who will be the Target or Kohl’s of senior housing? While this industry isn’t about fast food or fast fashion like retail or restaurants, it is about anticipating trends, needs, and consumer demands.
One thing is clear. Boomers and Gen Xers want things their way.
Aging is no longer a bad word. We are all getting older; however, staying active, seeking ways to live longer, better, and staying connected with family and friends is an ongoing trend. As a result, we are increasingly attracted to senior living communities for our family members or ourselves that promote and support these wellness expectations.
Our thought process: Aging isn’t synonymous with decline, particularly with the right approach to exercise and nutrition.
Laissez les bons temps rouler! People in Louisiana and throughout the country celebrate Mardi Gras, which culminates on Fat Tuesday, February 17th. The colors of tradition - vibrant purple, green, and gold. These colors are more than festive decoration—they carry meaning. In many ways, Mardi Gras is a masterclass in the power of color, something we understand deeply as architects and interior designers; color is never an afterthought. It is a strategic design tool, carefully selected to influence mood, behavior, and experience.
It is possible to be surrounded by people and still feel lonely. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), loneliness is common among older adults. While moving into a senior living community is often seen as a solution, the relocation alone rarely eliminates the issue. Loneliness does not vanish simply because older adults share the same address. What people need are meaningful opportunities for connection. And Pi Architects can help. Read more.
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Testimonials
“The team has developed a small house architectural and programmatic model that ARI has reviewed. I like it. The size of the living spaces, for 16 residents, is very appropriate in the current environment. The MyHouse plan is flexible and should work well for many organizations.”
David Slack, Aging Research Institute
“The success of any complex project depends in large measure on the team assembled and the team’s ability to communicate and work collaboratively and unselfishly with the owner/operator toward the goal.
Pi Architect’s service and commitment to Westminster was and continues to be excellent and their contribution to our organization commendable.”
Chuck Borst, Executive Director, Westminster, Life Care Services
“Greg and his team guided a painless review process, helping us achieve every one of our exception requests and working with the State to modernize the outdated nursing regulations for our buildings.
Thanks to Pi, we feel confident breaking new ground and continuing to push the status quo in the nursing market; something we think keeps Diakonos Group ahead of the game.
I would highly recommend Pi Architects if you’re looking not just for a guiding hand through the red tape, but a trained team dedicated to blending your senior living needs with the expertise that matters.”
Scott Pilgrim, CEO, Diakonos Group
"Because of Pi Architects' visionaries, we were able to reposition our campus from a 1960s nursing home into a state-of-the-art, full-service senior living community."
Godwin Dixon, Executive Director & CEO, Presbyterian Communities and Services
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