Ryan Tirrell, Allied ASID, NCIDQ | July 2025 In the heart of Middlebury, Vermont, where green hills meet quiet forests, Helen Porter Rehabilitation and Nursing saw an opportunity to transform its courtyard into a serene space that connects residents to nature. With the calming embrace of the surrounding Vermont landscape, rich in fresh air and […]
Mental health and memory care are intricately linked to well-being, especially for older adults facing cognitive decline. Memory care offers specialized support for individuals with conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and various forms of dementia, while mental health includes emotional and psychological well-being. Research indicates that a person’s environment significantly influences their mental and cognitive health, […]
Designing for Neurodiversity is Essential Ryan Tirrell, Interior Designer | June 2022 On April 2nd – 5th members of our Senior Living team Anne Ketterer and Ryan Tirrell attended Environments for Aging in Milwaukee, WI. Environments for Aging is a Annual conference that brings together professionals to explore strategies and ideas for creating spaces that […]
The Park Danforth Story Since 1881, The Park Danforth has stood for quality Senior Living in the Greater Portland area. In the spirit of their Mission, they commissioned a Master Plan focused on providing superior living environments for those that they serve. The challenge to any master plan is the ability to forecast the future. […]
Among 50 submissions in the category of Dining Room Renovations, the Kendal at Hanover Cadbury Community Center renovation project has been selected as a finalist in the 3rd Annual Long-Term LivingRemodel-Renovation Competition. Designed by Lavallee Brensinger Architects, this expansion and renovation project re-energizes and updates gathering and activity areas of Kendal’s continuing care retirement community. Residents […]