Beaverton, Oregon
MorningStar of Beaverton
Square feet
100,000Unit type
Assisted livingMemory care
Cost
$19 millionMorningStar of Beaverton is located on a site with various constraints. But that didn’t stop the design team from creating an exceptional place for seniors to call home.
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With a 30-foot grade change and adjacent protected wetlands, the MorningStar of Beaverton site presented several opportunities for creativity and flexibility. To address each of these unique elements, the project team created a responsive plan that leveraged the grade and emphasized the natural beauty of the site.
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An additional story of memory care is tucked below the ground-level from the front of the building, but functions as a walk-out from the back. This allowed the client to provide additional memory care services while adhering to the strict requirements of licensed care.
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The building also follows the length of the wetlands. Its elongated form creates beautiful natural views for residents and staff. To address the potential challenges of a long building, the design team centralized common spaces and placed units along the left and right wings, providing accessibility for residents and consolidating activity areas.
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Visually, the MorningStar of Beaverton project represents its surroundings. The Colorado-based client wanted its first Oregon project to feel recognizable to residents. Designers incorporated warm wood and stone into the exterior to create an Oregon craftsman style, a familiar and welcoming space for residents.