LCMC Audubon Retirement Village
Audubon Retirement Village (previously known as Hainkel Home) has a long history of providing care to the residents of New Orleans, dating back to 1895. In 2019, EskewDumezRipple was engaged to lead a comprehensive renovations to the existing facility in Uptown New Orleans, including conversion of the existing 143-bed facility into a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, moving from shared residences to primarily semi-private rooms.
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A welcoming porte cochere and lobby graciously greet arrivals and offer an initial place of gathering. Interiors within were orchestrated around health and wellness, featuring views and connections to nature which promote healing, and effective space planning to inspire a sense of community among the residents.
In creating this sensation of relaxation and comfort, this airy, light-filled design expression is continued throughout the facility—while maintaining the appropriate level of durability. Improvements were phased to maintain the existing census of approximately 70 residents, with uninterrupted use of program elements including kitchen/food service and therapy programs.
