Pub. 3 2020 Directory

37 A few unique interior architecture strategies to point out are: First, the composition of polished, board-formed concrete, native Douglas Fir and raw steel. The balance of these materials, thoughtfully placed in each area to anchor the space, provides visual and physical integrity. Second, the design team created a custom “football” field floor surface pattern directly adjacent to the occupational therapy room so that the veterans could use it as “goal markers” in their rehabilitation exercises. Within the field detail is a replica of the UNR Nevada Wolf Pack logo (requested by Governor Sandoval). Third, felt wrapped convex and concave custom fabricated ceiling panels are integrated down Main Street of Town Square to delineate the space with a visual softness, warmth, texture and elegance, all the while absorbing sound. Together, the warmth, texture and psychological comfort set the environmental tone for the interiors creating a familiar, confident image for a Veteran needing that level of comfort as he/she makes one of the most important moves of their life — a place to finally call home. b one for memory care. These three modular living “Wings” with skilled nursing are linked to the central Commons with a shared “Clubhouse,” which offers Therapy, Small Clinic, Arts & Crafts and Salon, along with Chapel, Canteen, and Meeting Room spaces. Each unit has two “Neighborhood” zones that house 16 veterans each, which are then broken down into (2) houses of eight. Each “Neighborhood” has its own living, dining, and kitchen areas where Vets can “stay in” and eat if they choose, or go down to Town Square and be with his/her compatriots. Vets are given endless options for developing and nurturing their physical health and mental well-being in a comfortable, secure environment. With a very strict and limited budget, the design team had to pay close attention to detail and placement of specific materiality to make the most of the warmth and texture they provided. In an attempt to de-institutionalize the living conditions of retired veterans living in retirement houses, the design focused on counteracting the necessary institutional elements with those that portrayed depth, integrity, and pride inspired by the context of our Northern Nevada Region. Each “care unit” has a common theme: 1. “Reflections” — Lakes in the surrounding region; 2. “Sierra” — Native trees of our surrounding region; 3. “Wilderness” — Animals living in our surrounding region. Within these units, each wing and room was named after a corresponding Lake, Tree, or Animal native to Northern Nevada. These themes inspired the color palette and way-finding details to connect each space cohesively and enhance recognition and pride for the resident.