The Lynmoore
The Lynmoore, located in Richmond, Virginia, is an example of a renovation that updated a 1980’s senior living facility guided by the principal that long term care should provide comfortable, residentially scaled living areas for its residents. Hired to redesign and reconfigure the public spaces, JSR Associates, Inc. focused on de-institutionalizing the facility by using indirect fluorescent lighting, creating a more residential scale, specifying sustainable carpeting and recycled content wallcoverings, and including a signage package to complete the project. JSR chose to break up the large, impersonal public spaces by using wall paneling systems combined with fabric panels that absorb sound, create privacy and add tactile interest. They enhanced the more intimate resident seating areas with flue-less electric fireplaces, desk niches and upholstered seating as well as combining down lights with accent lighting. JSR also designed the Spa for residents with dementia and physical frailty. Using ADA standards throughout, the Spa offers a walk-in bathtub, full access shower and double grab bars at the toilet, while the tile finish is chosen for its spa-like effect and feel. Due to the facility’s size and its population of residents with dementia, JSR selected the wayfinding components (interior finishes, artwork and signage) to clarify locations for residents as well as visitors. The Lynmoore project showcases a low-budget yet high-impact overhaul of an existing three story, 120 room facility. JSR Associates, Inc.’s responsibilities included initial design review with client and administrators for space planning and programming, healthcare model review and consulting, and budget analysis. JSR conducted an onsite existing conditions survey for dimensioning and documentation of public spaces, and completed a furniture and artwork inventory. The design included analysis of the existing ceiling and structure to provide a lighting design that was functional, aesthetically pleasing and cost effective. JSR provided six schematic design schemes with three alternative plan options for client review. Design development and all construction documents were provided for permit and completion of the turnkey project. JSR also provided furniture specifications for future procurement and completed signage design and installation. JSR’s design team worked with the contractor’s team to ensure that project completion would meet all stakeholders’ expectations.