Author Archives: Sasha
Portland Jetport sneak preview
Bild Architecture, along with fellow members of the Portland Society of Architects, was treated to a sneak-peek at Portland Jetport’s (PWM) new terminal expansion. This tour was arranged by the PSA, and was another great benefit to being a member of … Continue reading
The Fifth Maine
Last spring I completed the “Portland History Docent” training course through Greater Portland Landmarks. This summer, I am volunteering my time to lead tours and answer questions at the Fifth Maine Regiment Memorial Hall on Peaks Island. The museum houses exhibits … Continue reading
Bild attends Pecha Kucha Portland
Bild attended the 16th volume of Pecha Kucha Portland yesterday evening! Pecha Kucha was started in 2003 in Tokyo by Klein Dytham Architects. PK was conceived as a place for designers to meet, network, and showcase their work in public. … Continue reading
Senior Housing Trends for 2011
This article titled “Top Ten Senior Housing Trends for 2011″ covers a LOT when it comes to what to expect in senior housing this year. The general concepts don’t provide any huge surprises, but there are many details that I found … Continue reading
Boston Architecture Tour
Last Friday, Bild Architecture, along with many friends and colleagues, travelled by bus to the Boston area for a tour of noteworthy architecture. Our adventure began at Philips Exeter Academy in Exeter, New Hampshire. We were met by the original project manager, Winton Scott, … Continue reading
Eden Alternative: Elderly Housing Culture Change
Last week I completed my training to become an Eden Alternative Associate, and I could not have predicted the immense value of this course! The principles of the Eden Alternative are sound, humanitarian principles that we should all be striving to follow, … Continue reading
AIA Design for Aging Review
I recently began reading this study called Insights and Innovations done by the American Institute of Architects Design for Aging Advisory Group. It is a summary of all the projects that were entered in the yearly AIA DFA design competition. The executive … Continue reading
Eden Alternative: Five Architectural Responses for Senior Housing
This news segment is a great example of the how one senior care facility is preparing for the boom of baby boomers into senior care. They are using the principals of The Eden Alternative, which basically maintains that “the three plagues … Continue reading
Assisted Living Facility Tour
I was recently given a tour of an assisted living facility that one of my family members is staying in. The design of the the facility was done with comfort and familiarity in mind, which might lead some architects to call … Continue reading