Smart Design Pays Dividends – Seniors Housing Business Annual Architecture Story
November 10, 2022
Principal Chuck Archer is quoted in a feature story published on 11/09 regarding the latest design elements that improve various aspects of senior living. From sustainable features to family-friendly dining venues to comfortable staff lounges, intricate and thoughtful design inspires and comforts those who occupy those spaces.
“Great design is critical for significantly reducing the impact of the current shortage of labor and materials. In today’s market, it’s vital to understand the construction process from every perspective and be prepared to adapt throughout the project to alleviate cost impacts and mitigate risk.”
Strong partnerships between the developer and the design team are essential.
The pandemic has heightened concerns regarding budgets, scheduling, and supply chain issues among stakeholders. The article details the rapidly changing design environment and highlights how architects must keep up with these changes and demands.
LRS has been designing in the senior housing space since the 1980s, and the article features The Springs at Lake Oswego, which the firm recently designed.
Click here (advance to pages 26-32) to read the story.
