Bioclimatic design of a residential complex for the elderly

Traditionally, a home for the elderly aimed exclusively at the accommodation and care of people of the 3rd and 4th age. In a modern and continuously evolving society, how this can remain stagnant? This design, which was presented as a diploma design work at the Architecture Department of the University of Patras, constitutes a new idea, a revision and redefinition of the meaning of a home for the elderly. A strong emphasis is placed on modern way of life and how this can influence the needs of old people and be influenced by them. The basic concept is based on an open plan system, with bioclimatic features. The aim is to create a secure, pleasant and modern environment fulfilling the requirements of a contemporary building while keeping some elements of the past so as to achieve a balanced aesthetic result.