Best nursing home housing design for Global Awards shortlisted
LOS ANGELES: The shortlist for the best nursing home design has been declared.
Over 250 designs have been considered by the awards secretariat. One of the finalists in this category is shown above.
Located on a serene, green street in central Tokyo, the Nibankan (Phase 2 building) defies the conventional notion of elder care homes. Rather than isolating seniors from the city, the new Nursing Home that allows residents to embrace urban life, living with dignity and comfort. Japan’s rapidly aging population faces issues involving isolation and a shortage of care workers. Our response to this is a home that preserves the health and agency of elderly citizens through community integration. The Nibankan seamlessly blends with the local society and society. The strategic positioning of spaces on a continuum of distance from the neighborhood empowers residents to control their level of engagement with the community. The design features dining rooms, salons, and lounges that open to and face the street. This fosters casual interaction with neighbors. The communal dining room serves as a stage for public collaborative events, bridging generational gaps and enhancing the lives of the residents. Nibankan Phase 2 signifies a bold step toward dignified, interconnected senior living at the heart of Tokyo’s vibrant cityscape.
The Global Award winner will be announced in November in London. (Globals)