Located on a site that is partially a protected wetland, Anthology of Beaverton ingeniously integrates itself into the surrounding landscape by maximizing its usable space.
Faced with a unique set of challenges stemming from concerns about soil liquefaction and light pollution requirements, Ankrom Moisan embraced atypical solutions like the use of piles in the foundation to efficiently fit the usable site volumes together while addressing both environmental and structural concerns.
The Anthology building itself is spread out, separating the Assisted Living and Independent Living programs into two distinct portions of the site. Though they are physically separate, the two programs are connected by shared amenity spaces like the outdoor courtyards that contain BBQ grills and fire pits, enabling residents to stay active, enjoy fresh air and sunlight, and sidestep feelings of being stuck inside.
Designed and bid during the pandemic, it was necessary to pivot to more cost-effective means of construction. Working collaboratively with the owner and contractor, cost savings were achieved in a way that improves Anthology's design. Expensive siding panels were infilled with lap siding, adding more depth to the structure, and glulam columns were added to the entry canopy, adding structural support. Two levels of wood framing above a PT slab on the Memory Care wing also improve structural efficiencies, increasing ceiling heights for that portion of the building and allowing the inclusion of additional resident units to maximize the scale of care provided.
