The design goal is to create an environment that humanizes end-of-life care; not only for patients, but also for families, friends and staff. This is achieved in each of the three distinct building zones of Administration, Family Support and Inpatient Care. Natural materials, natural and artificial light, spatial variety and warm, soothing colors are woven into a cohesive palette to provide a home-like setting that allows patients to maintain dignity and celebrate life yet at the same time provide comfort at life’s end.
Located within the 30,000 square foot footprint are: 1.) a training and conference center for end-of-life education programs, 2.) an administrative unit with a family accessible library, 3.) an interfaith chapel, 4.) a spacious family room with a cozy fireplace, 5.) sunrooms with garden views, 6.) a full service kitchen sized for future growth, and 7.) large patient rooms with family sleep-in capability.
The facility, influenced by the “American Bungalow” style of architecture, features exterior walls combining brick and wood shingles with stone column accents. Landscaped garden courtyards are created between the Administration wing and the Resident wing, establishing a peaceful and tranquil setting for family and visitors. A garden labyrinth provides outdoor contemplation opportunities. The roof’s octagonal “lanterns” and gentle slope give the building a residential scale and character which deinstitutionalizes the campus.
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