Monterey, CA Architects Focusing On "Silver Design" Which Is Friendly To Senior Citizens

Architects are paying attention to the increasing number of baby boomers and are building so-called silver design complexes.  In San Francisco, a leading medical center has integrated green architecture and design with top-notch design and health and wellness spaces which are senior-friendly.  The Americans With Disabilities Act guidelines are part of the reason for the new designs, but architects are also taking advice from seniors.  This includes making sure that the buildings are well-lit, don't require pulling open heavy doors or having a key.  In addition, building materials should minimize noise, overstimulation, distraction and the risk of falls.  Doors, rooms and public areas should accommodate walkers, wheelchairs and a person walking arm-in-arm with a caregiver.  Although this will take time, I expect more and more of these senior-friendly buildings to sprout up in the future.