Interior Design Solutions and Retirement

MARCH

2010

Spring forward to new ideas, bright interiors and inspired interior design solutions for Senior Living Environments.

PORTFOLIO Interior Design for Long Term Care, Assisted Living and Independent

Senior Living Environments

Body + Soul Design Ltd.

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Hollandview Trail Assisted Living 2009

Body + Soul Design Ltd.

French Country… that is the best

way to describe the activity room in this assisted living floor at Hollandview Trail. “I felt the furniture should be ergonomi-cally correct and at the same time have strong silhouettes to evoke a classic French country look”. Joanna Marowits

BOTTOM: The Activity Room is visible from all areas, so residents can actively or passively participate in various activities.

LEFT: The Dining Room’s millwork serves a multi function: dis-playing a collection of French Country ceram-ics.

MIDDLE: The scheme continues into the kitchen. A mobile island allows residents to par-ticipate in cooking ac-tivities.

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BOTTOM: The marble topped café counter pro-vides a social spot for the guests.

ABOVE: Front entrance reception acrylic and pin signage add visual clarity. Custom millwork.

BELOW AND BOTTOM RIGHT: Every retirement com-munity needs a café. This one has a self serve compo-nent and is a local gathering place.

ABOVE: The elevator lobby is designed to be seen and provides drama with custom millwork around the eleva-tors.

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Hollandview Trail

Assisted Living 2009

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RIGHT: The en-trance into La Tulip Dining Room evokes a glamour's spot. Guests can wait while they are seated by the friendly staff.

Hollandview Trail Independent Living 2009

Body + Soul Design Ltd.

OPPOSITE: The dining room is al-ways set with fine china. The zones help guests focus on conversations.

TOP: The en-trance to the SPA is serene, yet vi-brant and relaxing. It evokes a place to relax and be taken care of.

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FRESH AND TRANSITIONAL

The continuous use of colour palette……………...

By keeping things consistent and simple adds just enough spice The contrast of dark woods and light walls keeps the space fresh elegant and sim-ple.

LEFT: Ac-tiviy Room and Demon-stration Kitchen.

RIGHT: The SPA, a place to have a message or meet with the attending Physician.

ABOVE: The Movie Thea-tre: A place to gather and catch a movie, or gather to meet in groups.

BELOW: A view of the corridor lead-ing into the activity room left side. The signage and strategic millwork aids in wayfinding.

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Hollandview Trail

Assisted Living 2009

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LEFT: Front En-trance / Fireplace Lobby . For symmetry, clas-sic topiaries flank the main dining room entrance. Signage on the glass and free-standing, located adjacent to the dining room-doors.

ABOVE: The activity room, a place to create and display. Here is a mixture of new furni-ture with antiques sourced by the designer.

RIGHT: View of typical corri-dor lounge.

• Keep a the wall light: opt of a subtle palette

• Carry accents throughout the space for continuity.

JOANNA’S TAKE: The designer on her decorating and design style.

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Carleton Place

Independent Living 2009

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LEFT: Clean classic millwork in a medium tone evokes an Old English Pub. The bar stools are custom sized for ease of Seniors to get in and out of the chairs.

BELOW: A view of the billiards room in the Pub—comfortable seat-ing, balanced lighting and contrast of the ta-ble tops to the floor al-low the residents to feel comfortable.

BOTTOM AND RIGHT: The ac-tivity room’s adjacent demon-stration kitchen allows residents to participate in cooking classes.

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Carleton Place

Independent Living 2009

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MEET the MAIN DINING ROOM

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Carleton Place

Independent Living 2009

A COMMUNIAL DINING AREA COMPLETE WITH VARIOUS ZONES ALLOWS PREOPLE TO HAVE VARIED DINING EXPERIENCES

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ABOVE: The main beauty salon is used for both independent and assisted residents.

BELOW: View of the hair washing station, fully accessible.

BELOW: The as-sisted bathing room, situated in the SPA, and down the corri-dor from the beauty salon allows resi-dents to enjoy a real SPA experience. The artful display of art above the “wicker/resin” chair complete with waterproof fab-ric.

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Lakeside Retirement

Assisted Bathing and Grooming 2009

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JOANNA MAROWITS CRAFTS AN ELEGANT SENIOR RESIDENCE IN

TORONTO.

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Terrace Gardens

Assisted Living 2008

TOP: The Stone Fireplace Mantel is a strong contrast to the floor and walls and is raised for easy viewing whether sitting or standing.

LEFT: The Typical corridor with contrast handrails and artwork strategically positioned for wayfinding—is light and airy.

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ABOVE and LEFT: The lounge and library is situated on the as-sisted living floor. The electric fireplace is cleverly built into the wainscoting. The high contrast millwork stands proud of the neutral wall colour. The mill-work is styled to display books as well as items for recreation.

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Terrace Gardens

Assisted Living 2008

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LEFT: This view of the main dining room shows the open and airy space. The neutral palette visu-ally expands the space.

ABOVE: The unique sign-age is silkscreened on porcelain tile.

Small nooks allow residents to have

personal items with them.

ABOVE: The activity room is situated directly opposite the dining room. The airy millwork sits on vinyl backed carpet, and the acitivity tables can double as card tables as well.

RIGHT: The assisted bathing room or SPA.

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Arbour Creek

Long Term Care 2007

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ABOVE: Rich vibrant colours are a nice contrast to the neutral walls. The façade of the fireplace is cultered stone. Natural light filters thru the generous gathering space and main lobby. In view are the fold-able cheery wood wall partitions off the Chapel and multi purpose room.

RIGHT: The private dining room with built in server also acts as an extra meeting room.

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Bay Ridges

Long Term Care 2006

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ABOVE: View of the main dining room and RHA kitchen. The elevated fireplace is a comforting view while dining.

LEFT: The typical resident suite’s millwork is de-signed to facilitate independence.

BOTTOM: The suite entrance shows the memory box, an element that is viewed from the side as well as straight on.

MEMEORY BOX

A solution for way finding.

Body + Soul Design Ltd. Bay Ridges

Long Term Care 2006