Annunciation Inn

Strategy

On the exterior, the roof and windows were replaced, envelop façade repaired, and landscape enhanced. Subtle but impactful exterior design choices enhance the community spaces. Enhanced outdoor areas with walking paths and benches adjacent to the building encourage connection to nature. Additional security measures promote safety while allowing visitors and residents to circulate quickly and safely.

The design implements over 42 years of occupancy data and addresses how spaces can be more approachable and efficient. Evidence-based senior living design and conversations with residents and staff informed the approach to thermal comfort, interior lighting, acoustics, circulation, wayfinding, and color selection throughout public and private spaces, including maximizing awareness and orientation to account for reduced vision, hearing, and mobility. The materials act as wayfinding – glass means residents are welcome, solid means staff only. Additionally, fixtures were replaced and finishes, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing updated for both private and shared spaces.