In continuation of our “Design: A New Way Forward” series, we explore the senior living industry and how it will adapt after recent global events. We have previously delved into the emerging trends in senior living environments and believe these … Continued
At SGPA, we know that learning will always be an essential part of our practice. The direction and trends in architecture are continuously transforming, and it is vital for us to be aware of these perpetual changes. Recently, SGPA’s Associate … Continued
The Senior Living | Wellness Studio is excited about the future of designing housing and caring environments for communities that promote sustainability and active lifestyles. This studio finds solutions that produce value and wellness in order to meet the needs … Continued
Littlejohn Commons, a 31-unit affordable housing development provided by the Alameda Housing Authority, had its grand opening on October 1, 2018. This development named after Alameda housing justice advocate, Elector Littlejohn, will serve the island’s low income senior population. Littlejohn … Continued
After nearly 20 years with SGPA Architecture and Planning, Associate Principal Stuart Stoller has retired. Stuart served SGPA as a Senior Associate (1998-2008), Associate Principal (2008-2016), and as Director of Wellness & Senior Living (1998-2016). A recognized leader in wellness design, Stuart has … Continued
“In 2050, the United States will be home to more than 80 million adults over 65, and San Diego County alone will see a 130 percent increase in this age group by 2030…” This statistic served as a discussion catalyst … Continued
Retirement Center. Nursing Home. Memory Care. None of these three facilities are the same, yet they are terms constantly used to describe a multitude of places a person might reside in or spend time at during the later portion of … Continued
SGPA Architecture and Planning was invited to attend the 2015 Berkeley Design Advocates Awards for Design Excellence in March. The Awards honor projects in the Berkeley community within three categories: Restoration and Re-use, New Construction/Civic Institutions, and Food and Drink. … Continued
“Architects are public health workers. We have a partnership – public health professionals and architects and planners. Our minds have to talk because we have an influence on America’s public health that we’re only now beginning to grasp.” … Continued
