Best seniors housing design for Global Awards shortlisted
LONDON: The shortlist for the best seniors housing design has been declared.
Over 250 designs have been considered by the awards secretariat. One of the finalists in this category is shown above.
A plan to build an upscale seniors housing facility next to Kyle Centre has been given new life.
On Tuesday, July 23, Port Moody council voted 5-1 to advance Avenir Senior Living’s high-density project to second reading, despite earlier reservations.
Mayor Meghan Lahti said the location of the 41,000 sq. ft. site on the 2500 block of St. George St. is well suited for a seniors facility due to its proximity to local amenities like restaurants, doctors, drug stores and planned grocery stores.
The tower height has now been reduced from 14 to 12 storeys, strata seniors condominium units were replaced with market rental units, the building was reoriented to address shadows concerns, and a land dedication was offered to expand Kyle Park.
While some on council still voiced doubts about the project, they ultimately voted to advance the project to hear more from the public.
The facility would house 229 units, including: 48 memory care units, 133 full-service market rental units providing independent and assisted living, and 48 community care beds. Approximately 88 full and part-time staff would be employed.
The Global Award winner will be announced in December in London. (Globals)
