This green senior housing complex in Singapore was named 'World Building of the Year' thanks to its function-forward, aesthetically pleasing and overall wholesome appearance. For the construction, local architecture studio WOHA aimed to create a "vertical village." As a result, a lot of the spaces in the Kampung Admiralty building are stacked.
WOHA's green senior housing complex is definitely thought-through. As mentioned, the building does not only boast homes for the elderly, but it also takes their wellbeing and needs into consideration. As a result, the structure includes a medical center that is easily accessible, as well as some shops and eateries on the first floor. This makes Kampung Admiralty "Singapore's first integrated public development that brings together a mix of public facilities and services."
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Vertical Villages
- Opportunity to revolutionize single-use buildings by integrating living, health, and public spaces in high-rise buildings.
- Green Senior Living
- Innovative architecture and sustainable technologies that cater to the specific needs of seniors, can lead to more efficient and eco-friendly designs and services.
- Integrated Public Developments
- Creating mixed-use buildings that bring together a variety of public facilities and services can result in more holistic and convenient environments.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- Developing new models that prioritize sustainability, functionality, and wellness in buildings of different sizes and purposes.
- Senior Living
- Tailoring services, amenities, and living spaces to meet the changing needs and preferences of seniors, particularly in urban settings.
- Smart Cities
- Leveraging technology and data to design and manage urban environments that enhance the quality of life for all citizens, including seniors and people with different abilities and backgrounds.
