Architectures of Ageing in Place Examines Housing and Care for Older Adults in Mid- and High-Rise Communities

Published on October 15, 2026, the book Architectures of Ageing in Place presents selected critical perspectives from a practice-based research standpoint on buildings constructed and/or renovated to meet the housing and care needs of older adults ageing in their own environment within integrated mid- and high-rise communities. The publication identifies design innovations, aligned with policy innovations, carried out in both the public and private sectors to promote the well-being and quality of life of older people living in integrated communities, which continue to foster intergenerational dialogue and exchange while promoting social citizenship. Case studies from various geographies are examined, including Portugal, Singapore, India, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Belgium, and the United States. The chapters are grounded in evidence-based research, including substantial primary data and post-occupancy evaluations, specifically the assessment of the 'social performance' of architecture. The projects highlight the mid- and high-rise typology as an emerging and successful option for meeting the residential and care needs of older adults.