Push the Envelope: Architects Rethink Senior Living Design for the Boomers

Architects and designers are rethinking senior living designs to address the preferences of the incoming baby boomer generation. Such residents want more connectivity, opportunities for socialization, inter-generational mingling, and community connections. Realizing that a one-size-fits-all approach won’t work, designers are incorporating elements that bring the outside community in, such as public-facing retail storefronts, restaurants, and unique dining…