Aparna Zenon
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Fostering community through innovative landscape design
Aparna Zenon embodies a new approach to community living, guided by the principles of sustainability, physical and mental wellbeing, and the concepts of “retreat”, “engage” and “create”. With a focus on universal design and multi-generational living, we’ve helped craft a living experience that is both diverse and fulfilling, prioritising connectivity with nature, and inclusive design for all sorts of families and residents.
Aparna Zenon brings together independent, family, and assisted living within a cohesive community framework. Engaging spaces and activities are thoughtfully planned to foster community spirit, with lush green lawns, water streams, exercise areas, and nature-enhanced gathering spots enhancing the communal living experience. Features like the floating columns at the entrance and the whimsical children’s play area invoke a sense of wonder, and the mix of evergreen and deciduous trees create clusters of tropical plants that make the grounds cool and shaded.
The landscape throughout the project is divided into four experiential zones, each of which engages the senses in a different way.
1. A Walk in the Forest: This zone creates forest-like environments to reduce stress and uplift visitors’ well-being.
2. A Walk by the Stream: This zone uses a stream and pockets of water courts to create human-water interaction points to leverage the calming effects of water on the mind.
3. An Art Walk: Creating dedicated art zones to uplift spirits and impact visitors’ moods.
4. Kinetic Gardens: Built with kinetic elements with ever-changing backdrops to stimulate wonder and joy.
Key Figures
This project serves as a model for integrating community needs and sustainable living within an urban setting, with a focus on evoking a sense of delight and curiosity at every turn.
