Design for Aging Review 9: The American Institute of Architects Design for Aging Knowledge Community

Description

This volume of the “Design for Aging Review” presents the best healthcare-related projects for 2006-2007, presented by the American Institute of Architects’ Design for Aging Center in affiliation with the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA). A diverse range of projects, covering assisted living, continuing care retirement communities and nursing homes was selected by the jury of architects and providers of senior housing services. A new category, notable features, is included in this edition. Each project is presented with photographs, plans, and detailed statistics; together, the projects illustrate the future of design for the aging population.