A man sits outside on a bench surrounded by the lush planting in the Tapestry Seniors outdoor space.

Independent Living Seniors Residences

We designed the landscape for a series of seniors communities in the lower mainland of British Columbia. Each designed for independent living, these homes give elderly residents the opportunity to remain in the neighbourhoods they’ve always called home, while getting a little extra help.

To make these communities feel like home, we created highly intensive courtyard spaces that allow for outdoor dining, gathering, and activity.

Most residences have greenhouses that enable residents to transplant their own gardens to their new homes.

Each residence reflects the character of the surrounding neighbourhood, with unique elements to create a sense of place. Putting an emphasis on barrier-free access, these are truly designed to be centres of happiness for people who have spent their lives in these neighbourhoods.

Select Awards

Tapestry Seniors Residence 

2012 Urban Development Institute: Mid-Rise Residential  

2011 Georgie Awards: Best Multi-Family Landscape Design

2011 Georgie Awards: Sustainable and Innovative Community Award 

Location

West Vancouver, Wesbrook Village at UBC and North Vancouver, BC

Date

2008-2013

Owner + Client

PARC, Concert Tapestry

Collaborators

BFA, DYS Architects
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