As our understanding of aging and Alzheimer`s, and the cultural changes related to these phenomena, grows so do the implications for interior design. Focus on recent innovations in care environments for the aging with a resource dedicated to this topic. This comprehensive book features:

• Coverage of the emerging building types of adult day care and hospice and the increased use of gardens and outdoor space in environments for the aging.
• Material on sustainable design and environmentally friendly building products.
• Design solutions that extend beyond assisted-living facilities and nursing homes as they can be easily adapted for residential use.
• Photographs, line drawings, and a 16-page color insert that bring the material to life.

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