tamima rashid
student
Rajshahi University of Enginnering & Technology
Bangladesh
Architecture
One of the factors that make old age homes attractive to elders is the companionship, similarly orphans in orphanages are given a safe environment in which to… more
Roberto Zanini
advisor
Universita IUAV di Venezia
Italy
quality architecture that is born from the place, from the study of the site, the flows, the… more
This project presents a thoughtful and socially meaningful concept by integrating the lives of elderly people and orphans within a single nurturing community. The emphasis on intergenerational bonding and mutual support is inspiring, and the design’s focus on shared spaces, privacy, and sustainability reflects a deep understanding of both groups’ needs. The idea of leveraging the knowledge and experience of elders to empower the younger generation, while providing orphans with education and vocational training, creates a truly symbiotic environment that can enrich lives and foster resilience.
Exploring these and similar projects could provide valuable insights into creating even stronger spatial narratives and architectural expressions that deepen the sense of belonging, care, and identity. Overall, this is a commendable project with great potential to make a positive impact, and I encourage you to continue developing it with both empathy and architectural rigor.
To further strengthen the project, I suggest studying some exemplary precedents that successfully explore intergenerational living and social integration through design. Projects such as:
The Maggie’s Centres (UK), which combine supportive care environments with community spaces,
The Elderly and Childcare Center by Toyo Ito in Japan, a project that beautifully merges spaces for young and old under one roof,
The Children’s Village in Kenya by Village of Hope, which integrates residential and educational facilities for orphans in a community setting, and