Construction and renovations of senior communities in the Southeastern United States has changed over the last decade, from drab to energized urban living. The finishes are fresh, with an open floor plan, fun colors, with a functional modern design. This positive shift merges the surrounding city.
The newest trends in senior communities include an open areas that can be used for several different activities. For instance, the movie room can also be used for a meeting hall, game room, or lectures. Instead of libraries, a Starbucks with computers and magazines.
Instead of dull beige colors, crisp jewel tones are making their way into furnishings and paint colors. A bright happy shades really sets a great tone for an uplifting environment. For a contemporary design, metallic finishes work well. They add an organic quality that have a heightened luxury feel.
Today’s seniors are more active than ever, outdoor amenities are an integral part of living. Walkways, trails, an outdoor theater complete with dinner and cocktails, space for parties and entertaining, gardening, yoga, and games, such as corn hole and bocce.
The new senior communities are similar to resorts with bars, restaurants, shops, and beauty shops. Everything can be charged on their room’s key card.
Don’t forget the staff. Finding great employees isn’t always easy to find, and you want to make sure to keep them. Whether they have their own area with fun seating, fitness equipment and amenities, they need to know they are a valued part of the community.
Senior communities are on the rise and continue to have a high return on investment. Research from the National Multifamily Housing Council’s (NMHC) shows, “With 10,000 people a day turning 65 through 2030 that demand will continue to grow. Just like the Millennials who fueled the recent surge in apartment construction, the 55+ renters are looking for many of the same things
Simple upgrades and new modern design can drastically improve the senior environment and foster wellness. It will also go a long way towards keeping the occupancy rate high.
SWET Construction has the experience to build cost efficient building with the latest trends and designs for your multi-family housing or the senior housing. Contact for your next construction project.