Designs for senior and assisted living facilities evolving

Population growth has led to facility improvements


Population grown for older Americans has led to improvements in architecture and amenities in senior care facilities, according to an article on the Architect website.

Several key standards, codes, and guidelines apply to the building and design of senior living. Accessibility issues are addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 

The Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI) Guidelines for the Design and Construction of Residential Health, Care, and Support Facilities, published every four years, provides direction on programming in skilled nursing, or nursing homes, and assisted living. 

Building inspectors use the International Building Code (IBC), which is updated every three years by the International Code Council. And NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, updated by the National Fire Protection Association every three years, guides fire officials.

Read the article.

 

 



July 11, 2018


Topic Area: Regulations, Codes & Standards


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