IN THE PRESS
Seniors’ Week: 365 Days a Year
We recently finished Seniors’ Week, which is a time dedicated to recognizing the tremendous value the aging population brings to our communities. Not only do seniors offer wisdom and experience, but they contribute artistically, economically, socially, emotionally and...
Advocates for Change: Environments for Aging
ENERGIZING! That’s the word that comes to mind when I think about the Environments for Aging Expo and Conference (EFA). It was an honour to present at such a prestigious event – we were humbled by the experience and it validated our genuine belief that good design for...
Why I Do what I Do: Designing for Joy
I believe my life is designed to do exactly what I do. Meet my younger brother, David Schulman, we were 11 months apart. He was a talented athlete, involved in many sports, such as hockey, biking and swimming. He set provincial records in swimming that stood for 11...
Immersive Experience: My Community
Three years ago, I decided to move into a seniors’ villa complex with my two young children. I wanted a safe, quiet community that combined my values and personal interests with my professional passions. As an interior designer focused on the aging population, I felt...
The 4th Dimension of Home: Our Senses
One of my favourite activities is waking up on a Saturday morning, hitting the latte button on my Nespresso machine, and curling up with a cashmere blanket and a good book or engaging in a deep conversation with a loved one. To me, this ritual signifies connection,...