Download or read book Design for Aging Review 10 written by American Institute of Architects and published by Images Publishing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presented by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Design for Aging Knowledge Community, in affiliation with the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, this book is a compilation of more than 30 projects that accommodate and provide care for aging adults.
Download or read book Design for Aging Review 12 written by The American Institute of Architects and published by Images Publishing. This book was released on 2014-10-10 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This compilation of more than 30 outstanding projects in the areas of assisted living, continuing care retirement communities, and nursing homes represents the best current work designed by architects for the ever-increasing aging population. A dedicated jury of architects from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Design for Aging Knowledge Community and LeadingAge, providers of senior housing services, selected the diverse range of projects featured in this volume for the successful Design for Aging series. Each project is presented with photographs, detailed plans, and statistics, illuminating the high level of research, planning and community involvement that goes into these advancements in living environments for seniors. This comprehensive review of architectural design trends in aged-care facilities will appeal to aged-care providers, developers, users, and advocates; architects; and interior, landscape, and other design professionals.
Download or read book Design for Aging Review 2 written by and published by Images Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The projects in these books present the best current work in the field of design for the aging. The buildings featured (each one has been specially selected by the AIA jury) include continuing care retirement communities, assisted living facilities as well as combined use facilities.
Download or read book Design for Aging Review 14 written by G. Tsarouhas and published by . This book was released on 2018-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Older people - Dwellings - United States - Design and construction. Old age homes - United States - Design and construction. Barrier-free design for older people - United States. Architecture - Awards - United States.
Download or read book Design for Aging Review 11 written by AIA - The American Institute of Architec and published by Images Publishing. This book was released on 2012 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides - the best examples to date - of therapeutic environments for the elderly that have purpose in mind with respect to the quality of life of those who live and work in them.
Download or read book Design for Aging Review 13 25th Anniversary written by AIA Design for Aging Knowledge Community and published by Images Publishing. This book was released on 2016-11-01 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This much-anticipated new title forms part of the American Institute of Architect’s esteemed Design for Aging Review program, a joint effort of the AIA Design for Aging Knowledge Community and LeadingAge, which also includes a juried exhibition and education programs. This book celebrates the 25th anniversary of this internationally renowned program and features a selected diverse range of projects. This volume showcases 29 outstanding projects in the areas of architectural innovation and represents the best designs for senior citizens, including nursing homes, dementia care, assisted living, and continuing care retirement communities. Each project is presented with rich, full-color photography, detailed plans, and statistics, illuminating the high level of research, planning and community involvement that goes into these advancements in living environments for seniors. This comprehensive review of architectural design trends in aged-care facilities will appeal to aged-care providers, developers, users, and advocates; architects; and interior, landscape, and other design professionals.
Download or read book AIA Design for Aging Review 2000 written by and published by Images Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Design for Aging Review, 5th edition, is a compilation of nearly seventy projects that serve aging adults. These projects were submitted for The American Institute of Architects (AIA) 1999-2000 competition in the areas of nursing homes, continuing ca
Download or read book Design for Aging written by Jeffrey W. Anderzhon and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-03-05 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Architecture/Interior Design An in-depth look at the most innovative aged care facilities today With the world's population aging at a rapid pace, there is a growing need for new ways to provide residential care for older people. Design for Aging explores some of the most successful examples of elderly housing today, focusing on integrating architectural considerations within an unwavering people-driven approach. Written by an international team of experts in aged care design, the book brings together twenty-six case studies from around the world, including Australia, Denmark, England, Japan, the Netherlands, Sweden, and the United States. The authors describe how each scheme has succeeded in addressing the needs of its residents regardless of wide variations in design, geography, cultural factors, medical needs, capital cost, and other factors. Clear, well-documented information for each facility includes: Building descriptions and project data, and how the overall design fits within a geographical location The type of community, including number of residents, ethnicity, and specific conditions such as dementia How to apply universal design principles in different political, social, and regulatory contexts How to create a sense of belonging and well-being for residents while building strong connections with the community at large What makes a facility able to attract and retain high-quality caregivers Environmental sustainability issues, plus indoor and outdoor spaces Architects and interior designers as well as facility owners and caregivers will find Design for Aging an inspiring and practical guide on how to navigate the many factors involved in creating good designs for aged care environments.
Download or read book Design for Aging Post occupancy Evaluations written by Jeffrey W. Anderzhon and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book AIA Design for Aging Review 4 written by American Institute of Architects and published by Images Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presented by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Design for the Aging Center (DAC) in affiliation with the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA), Design for Aging Review, is a compilation of more than 20 projects that ser
Download or read book Design for Aging Post Occupancy Evaluations written by American Institute of Architects and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-04-20 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Authored by the American Institute of Architects? Design for Aging Center, Design for Aging Post Occupancy Evaluations features well-researched post-occupancy evaluations for approximately forty senior living facilities previously featured in the AIA Design for Aging Review. Post-occupancy evaluations help determine if the facilities are truly providing an environment for the aging that enhances quality of life, minimizes their physiological ailments, and provide a caregiver?s working environment that allows for efficiency and efficacy. Each project in the book is evaluated based upon its overall design and care program, the relationship between the general environment and the general care program, obstacles and resolutions within the building program and/or the jurisdictional code requirements, and other salient factors.
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Download or read book Design for Aging Review written by American Institute of Architects. Design for Aging Center and published by Images Publishing Dist Ac. This book was released on 2004 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An up-to-date digest of the latest in design for the aging population. In association with the American Institute of Architects.
Download or read book Designing User Interfaces for an Aging Population written by Jeff Johnson and published by Morgan Kaufmann. This book was released on 2017-02-16 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designing User Interfaces for an Aging Population: Towards Universal Design presents age-friendly design guidelines that are well-established, agreed-upon, research-based, actionable, and applicable across a variety of modern technology platforms. The book offers guidance for product engineers, designers, or students who want to produce technological products and online services that can be easily and successfully used by older adults and other populations. It presents typical age-related characteristics, addressing vision and visual design, hand-eye coordination and ergonomics, hearing and sound, speech and comprehension, navigation, focus, cognition, attention, learning, memory, content and writing, attitude and affect, and general accessibility. The authors explore characteristics of aging via realistic personas which demonstrate the impact of design decisions on actual users over age 55. Presents the characteristics of older adults that can hinder use of technology Provides guidelines for designing technology that can be used by older adults and younger people Review real-world examples of designs that implement the guidelines and the designs that violate them
Download or read book Residential Design for Aging In Place written by Drue Lawlor and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-08-18 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Consult Residential Design for Aging In Place, the key reference for designing homes for aging people, if you seek to understand how to create effective spaces for the elderly. Interior designers, architects, and homebuilders are increasingly asked by clients to design homes to allow for adaptation over time, and this is the definitive guide, endorsed by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID). Find case study examples of good design solutions for designing for aging in place from two authors who are highly respected fellows of the ASID.
Download or read book Design for Aging written by Jeffrey W. Anderzhon and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-03-13 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Architecture/Interior Design An in-depth look at the most innovative aged care facilities today With the world's population aging at a rapid pace, there is a growing need for new ways to provide residential care for older people. Design for Aging explores some of the most successful examples of elderly housing today, focusing on integrating architectural considerations within an unwavering people-driven approach. Written by an international team of experts in aged care design, the book brings together twenty-six case studies from around the world, including Australia, Denmark, England, Japan, the Netherlands, Sweden, and the United States. The authors describe how each scheme has succeeded in addressing the needs of its residents regardless of wide variations in design, geography, cultural factors, medical needs, capital cost, and other factors. Clear, well-documented information for each facility includes: Building descriptions and project data, and how the overall design fits within a geographical location The type of community, including number of residents, ethnicity, and specific conditions such as dementia How to apply universal design principles in different political, social, and regulatory contexts How to create a sense of belonging and well-being for residents while building strong connections with the community at large What makes a facility able to attract and retain high-quality caregivers Environmental sustainability issues, plus indoor and outdoor spaces Architects and interior designers as well as facility owners and caregivers will find Design for Aging an inspiring and practical guide on how to navigate the many factors involved in creating good designs for aged care environments.
