Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge, New Jersey: First Look
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Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge: Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge is designed to reflect its traditional colonial town.
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Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge: The lobby brings in whitewashed brick found on the exterior, paying homage to the Great White Oak for which the town was known. The classic color palette with deep navy blues and greens and traditional seating are juxtaposed with a modern light fixture, bringing an added level of sophistication.
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Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge: The library also takes an updated approach to the traditional with periodical shelving and uniquely displayed modern art. The opposite wall features artwork made from the spines of vintage books.
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Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge: Looking out into the courtyard, the assisted living dining room offers versatility in seating areas including two banquettes. The artwork is a modern take on colonial figures on the far wall. Sheer window coverings allow an abundance of light to enter the room.
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Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge: Many of the same details of the assisted living neighborhood are carried subtly into the memory care common areas. Two-tone cabinetry and a textured wall covering lend a modern flair to the room while traditional plaids and patterns provide a cozy atmosphere.
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Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge: The memory care dining room is designed to be soothing and a familiar space reminiscent of kitchens residents might have had in their youth. This is accomplished with a softer color palette and floral wall covering.
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Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge: The media room features niche shelving and custom window seating. The finishes are darker to create a warm environment for entertainment. The space opens to the multipurpose room, allowing broader use of the space.
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Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge: Located off the sunroom, the memory care courtyard creates an indoor-outdoor space complete with gliding chairs and colorful gardens.
Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge, New Jersey
Known for being home to the world’s oldest white oak tree at one time, Basking Ridge, N.J., is the quintessential colonial village town. It’s also the future home of luxury senior living operator The Arbor Company’s (Atlanta) newest assisted living and memory care community, Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge.
The project will include 27 assisted living units, 29 memory care units, and a 24-unit Bridges neighborhood for residents with mild cognitive decline.
Design for early stages of dementia
The Bridges neighborhood offers a blend of assisted living and dementia care. The specialized space is specifically designed for residents who will benefit from added cognitive support due to early stages of dementia.
The Bridges neighborhood mirrors the amenities of the assisted living neighborhood but within a secured environment.
This design promotes an emphasis on independence while maintaining a safe space for its residents.
Colonial design in senior living
Overall, the community’s traditional architecture and design reflects the historic vernacular of Basking Ridge with an updated Americana aesthetic.
The two-story building’s whitewashed brick and stone rustication accentuate traditional architectural forms common to the area and continue within the interior design.
A palette of rich navy and green mixed with light wood finishes provide a modern approach to traditional colonial styling. Modern plaids and patterns provide a fresh approach to the traditional furniture forms.
Inside the community, residents will have access to amenities including a library, salon and nail spa, creative art studio, media room, fitness center, as well as an on-site therapy and rehabilitation center.
Outdoors, the campus offers courtyards with walking trails, gardens, and a variety of seating areas.
Project details for Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge
Location: Basking Ridge, N.J.
Expected completion date: Fall 2023
Owner: Braemar Partners
Operator: The Arbor Company
Total building area: 65,921 sq. ft.
Total construction cost: Confidential
Cost/sq. ft.: Confidential
Architecture firm: Meyer Design
Interior design: Faulkner Design Group
General contractor: Wohlsen Construction Company
MEP Engineering: DJM Consulting Engineering
