Healthcare Studio Project // Fall 2022
Healthcare Studio Project // Fall 2022
abode assisted living
Healthcare Studio Project // Fall 2022
PROJECT LOCATION: Austin, TX
TOOLS USED: Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, inDesign
Abode seeks to provide a
sanctuary for young adults of all abilities, offering independent living or around-the-clock care, equipping its residents with the tools and life skills needed to thrive in this world.
overview
Abode is an assisted living facility for young adults (ages 18 to 40) located in the vibrant Zilker neighborhood of Austin, Texas. Young adults are an under-served population — most traditional assisted living facilities have an age minimum for entry, leaving those under 55 without many options. Abode is designed to prioritize the needs of younger residents and
the exceptional team tasked with their daily care, building a community that values and supports its residents’ independence,. It is a single-story facility with nearly 26,000 square feet, 16 apartments, and two healing suites.
project goals​​
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To embrace playfulness and the youthful spirit, creating a space that makes residents feel more like residents (not patients)
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To weave a community that treats both employees and residents with equal weight, importance, and respect (valuing employee retention)
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Utilize universal design principles throughout the foorplan, furniture selection and layout, material selection, and programming
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Utilize materials that can withstand the demands of healthcare (bleach cleanable, 100,000+ double rubs, etc.) but feel comfortable and residential
