moonlight

assisted living facility

Originally installed in 1894, the Moonlight Towers, in Austin, Texas, liberated citizens from the constraints of nighttime as well as created a newfound safety in their hometown. These towers were an early form of street lighting and the only ones still standing today are the 17 in Austin. Moonlight Assisted Living Facility serves as a beacon of safety, comfort, community, and rehabilitation for all who reside there. Light is a symbol of life, guidance, and warmth, this facility fosters these ideals through the emphasis of shape, form, and repetition of elements derived from the Moonlight Towers themselves.

Project Background

Assisted Living Facility

Austin, TX 15,200 SF

Software: Revit, Enscape, Illustrator, Photoshop

Project Type: Group; 3 Interior Designers

Responsibilities: Material Selection and Layout for

Dining Room, Corridor, and assisted group members with space planning

Reflected Ceiling Plan

Residents and guests are greeted by a bright, open space with ample natural daylight.

Conceptual design elements of moon motifs can be seen in the reception desk’s wall feature, wallcovering, and lighting selections.

Borrowed light, as seen in the clerestory windows and skylights, contributes to an even distribution of light in the space.

Large communal space includes a TV lounge area, library, internet resources, and game room while incorporating daylight views.

Proximity of these spaces allows them to work together, but have separation to designate their functions.

A double-sided fireplace and curved ceiling detail work to ground the living space.

A variety of seating types cater to the needs of all the guests.

Clerestory windows allow even light distribution in the space

Accent wallpaper reminiscent of radiating beams, relating back to concept of moonlight

Large beams curve down into booth partitions to unify the space