Several members of our Senior Living team attended the 2025 Environments for Aging (EFA) Conference + Expo, held April 26–29th in Lexington, KY. Our design experts contributed to three sessions over the course of the conference, showcasing our commitment to advancing innovative, inclusive, and sustainable environments for older adults.
Cynthia Shonaiya, AIA, LEED AP, Principal and our Senior Living & Affordable Housing Market Sector Leader, moderated the AIA Design for Aging Breakfast Panel on April 28th. She guided a discussion on intergenerational design strategies that promote meaningful connections between seniors and younger generations.
The following day on April 29th, Christian Fussy presented “Work/Life Balance: Office to Senior Living Conversions” along with IMEG team members to explore adaptive strategies that can be used to transform underutilized office spaces into vibrant senior living communities.
Later that afternoon, Principal Scott Davis, presented “Acoustic Accessibility: Enhancing Built Environments for Seniors” with representatives from Network Technologies. This session focused on the critical role of sound design in promoting comfort and cognitive well-being in aging populations.
Additionally, our recently completed project, Broadview at SUNY Purchase College, received Honorable Mention in the Spring Design Showcase. Broadview at Purchase College project features a 10,000-square-foot Learning Commons that fosters interaction between residents and students.
We are honored to contribute to the dialogue shaping the future of senior living design and remain dedicated to creating environments that enhance the lives of older adults. Click here to see more of our Senior Living portfolio.
