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10/31/2026

Just in time for Halloween, Caring for the Ages explores the mysterious side of senior living in its article, “Ghostly Guests in the Nursing Home.” Pi Architects’ Darren Azdell, AIA, LEED AP, shares how thoughtful design can help make these communities feel a little less spooky and a lot more welcoming.

Read the article—if you dare! 👻

https://www.caringfortheages.com/article/S1526-4114(23)00348-7/fulltext?fbclid=IwY2xjawUorRpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4EF_tJXQEwdj4Py92Pk2hm5yfOUp0PHq2G3k74QNMvBz75sP5LRIHHEthz5g_aem_YEEMx6r9wrb_MMZUOEKUIg

Caring for the Ages is the official newspaper of AMDA and provides long-term care professionals with timely and relevant news and commentary about clinical developments and about the impact of health care policy on long-term care medicine.

10/30/2026

👻Happy Halloween! For residents living with dementia, spooky decorations, unexpected noises, and traditional Halloween activities can sometimes create confusion or anxiety. But that doesn't mean they have to miss out on the fun!

In our latest article, Pi Architects shares ideas for taking the fright out of Halloween while keeping the laughter and meaningful connections that make the holiday spooktacular.

www.piarch.com/blog/2026/halloweencelebrations-for-residents-with-dementia-sl57r

10/29/2026

October 29th is National Cat Day, a day set aside to celebrate our feline family members! Senior living communities can make this day "purrfect" for their cat-loving residents and staff with pet-friendly celebrations:

🐾Arrange a pop-up store with pet toys and supplies
🐾Invite residents to post pictures of their cats on social media
🐾Share stories about living in a pet-friendly community
🐾Partner with a local shelter for a feline vaccine clinic

Pets can help seniors reduce feelings of loneliness, provide a sense of purpose, encourage daily routines, and bring connection. At Pi Architects, we know your community is home, and that includes designing welcoming spaces for our four-legged family members (or two-legged ones, if your companion happens to have feathers!)

10/28/2026

Darren Azdell, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Pi Architects, was recently interviewed by Caring for the Ages on "The Evolution of Memory Care". Stating that a well-planned design creates spaces where residents feel at home. “When designing for memory care, there is a focus on creating a more home-like, friendly environment. This makes the residents feel more at ease.” Read more about "The Evolution of Memory Care" in the article below⬇️

https://paltmed.org/news-media/evolution-memory-care

Caring for the Ages October 6, 2026 The Evolution of Memory Care By Joanne KaldyEverything changes over time, and memory care is no exception. Today’s memory care units, programs, and philosophies show signs of evolution, fresh thinking, and innovative ideas, but more change is needed and likely t...

10/27/2026

We spoke to Pi's Vice President, Mark Warrick, AIA, LEED, AP, on the benefits of Master Planning, even for a smaller community, and how it lights the way for an organization’s growth and development. Master planning enables a long-term view of projects, informed by the information and perspective of a community’s operations, market needs and standards, and cost realities. Read more on how your community can benefit from a master plan below.

https://www.piarch.com/blog/2026/tipsforsucessfulrepositioning-klgww

10/26/2026

We want to thank Fluxwerx Illumination for coming into the Austin office for our team's Lunch and Learn earlier this month. Fluxwerx is known for award-winning, minimalist designs that always offer an optimal balance of energy, atmosphere, and occupant comfort—without compromise.

10/22/2026

Pi Architects’ Mark Warrick, AIA, LEED AP, vice president, shares insights on how repositioning and renovations can breathe new life into senior living communities, enhance the resident experience, and create spaces that meet evolving expectations, all while avoiding a few frightening surprises along the way!
Read the full article below! 👇
www.piarch.com/blog/2026/no-tricks-just-transformation-a-guide-to-successful-senior-living-repositioning-and-renovation-n7pjl

10/19/2026

Thank you, Sloan, for providing a Lunch and Learn for our Pi team! Sloan is known for innovation, ingenuity, and being one of the world's leading manufacturers of commercial plumbing systems, committed to water preservation.

10/16/2026

This past week, we took time to celebrate an Oktoberfest-inspired team lunch filled with good food and great company!

It's always nice to step away from our desks and enjoy a little time together.

10/14/2026

🎃In celebration of this spooky month, Pi looks to design insights from Interior Designer Jamie Shepard. In this article, she reveals ways to avoid the "scary" trends and create a community where your residents will thrive for years to come. The truth is that not everyone will love every room in every building, but if you know your target demographics, you can design a building that attracts people who see it as their kind of happy haunt. Read more below about how interior design creates spaces residents can enjoy for years to come. ⬇️

www.piarch.com/blog/2026/takingdesignfromspookytospectacular-m5btn