Dear Reader,

This millennium has brought about countless changes to our lifestyles, many have an impact on the design of our buildings and interiors. Green technology is becoming more and more influential in the choice of product and style. Our aging population keeps healthcare in the daily news. Downsizing of houses has started and this also affects our choices in furniture style and function. This month we are addressing design trends in senior living residences, hospital and clinics and our homes. We hope that you find this information helpful and informative.

Enjoy!

Sharon and the CURRIER Design Team

10 top design trends in senior living facilities

The surge of silent generation retirees and the impending burst of baby boomers marching toward retirement age are creating a burgeoning market for senior living. What is less widely appreciated is how much creativity is being applied to addressing this critically important part of the built environment.  All the old designs are being challenged, serious environmental design research is being done…..

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top ten decorating do's for 2009

More color in richer tones, larger scaled art, mixing materials – none of these are new ideas, but with all the design shows and magazines out there it helps a person visualize better…..Something that calls attention to itself in a room as a conversation piece.

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