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2026 Senior Living Design Predictions: What Industry Leaders Say Is Ahead In The New Year

Senior living executives and design leaders share what opportunities and challenges they see on the horizon in senior living design in 2026.

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Award-Winning NEMS PACE Center In San Jose, California, Highlights Culturally Responsive Design

The project renovation of a windowless warehouse into a care center for residents in San Jose, Calif., took home honors in IIDA’s 2025 Healthcare Design Awards.

Projects January 19

Benchmark At Mount Pleasant Opens In Thornwood, New York

The assisted living and memory care community houses 114 units, restaurant-style dining, a library, fitness center, recreation room, movie theater, and salon.

News January 16

IIDA Appoints Chief Research And Strategy Officer

Mark Bryan will focus on expanding IIDA’s research and global insights as well as lead its IIDA Futures brand.

News January 14

Palladium Cockrell Hill Senior Living Begins Construction In Dallas

The 62+ community will house 120 one- and two-bedroom units in a 4-story building.

News January 13

The Hallmark CCRC Plans Independent Living Expansion In Houston

The 21-story Uptown Oaks at The Hallmark tower will house 120 independent living units.

News January 12

2026 Senior Living Design Predictions: Robert Simonetti, LaBella Associates

Senior living design professionals share their predictions for 2026 with EFA magazine. Here, LaBella Associates’ Robert Simonetti shares his thoughts on what challenges and opportunities will shape senior living design…

Trends January 12

Heritage Oaks At Ridgecrest Affordable Senior Living Community Opens In Largo, Florida

The 80-unit community represents the first phase of the Rainbow Village intergenerational housing redevelopment.

News January 9

2026 Senior Living Design Predictions: Vassar Byrd, The Kendal Corporation

Senior living design professionals share their predictions for 2026 with EFA magazine. Here, The Kendal Corporation’s Vassar Byrd discusses what trends and opportunities will shape the industry in the coming…

Trends January 9