pt. 1. Challenges and opportunities -- pt. 2. Networks and diversity -- pt. 3. Seniors housing -- pt. 4. Urban and rural case studies
Summary
An innovative look at design solutions for building lifelong neighborhoodsLivable Communities for Aging Populations provides architects and designers with critical guidance on urban planning and building design that allows people to age in their own homes and communities. The focus is on lifelong neighborhoods, where healthcare and accessibility needs of residents can be met throughout their entire life cycle. Written by M. Scott Ball, a Duany Plater-Zyberk architect with extensive expertise in designing for an aging society, this important work explores the full range of factors involved in de