We all aspire to keeping energised and safe, especially as we get older when tranquil and eloquent surroundings help to nurture our independence and natural sense of belonging. It’s about not compromising, even on the little things.
That’s why the attention to detail will be second to none once high-end, bespoke retirement village, The Foundation, opens in the historic Parnell precinct. This is a village modelled on providing hospitality comparable to a luxury hotel.
Retirement living has become more diverse as seniors look for greater choice, just as New Zealand’s hotel market has diversified over the decades to meet demand.
The Foundation is a once-in-a-generation opportunity offering premium retirement living with boutique amenities.
The $300 million development is a unique partnership between village operator and developer, the Generus Living Group, and Blind Low Vision NZ (formerly the Blind Foundation). The Foundation will provide a sustainable revenue stream for the charity, which retains ownership of the land.
The Foundation will ensure Blind Low Vision NZ can continue to help blind, deafblind and low vision New Zealanders for generations to come, as well as provide up-scale retirement living with security, care and a sense of community.
Designed by respected architects Peddle Thorpe, The Foundation’s buildings are contemporary yet respectful in style with limestone facades to complement the precinct’s surroundings and treasured heritage buildings.
Historic and contemporary architecture will intertwine throughout the Foundation Village in keeping with the precinct’s unique history and its three Category 1 heritage buildings, as well as the wider Parnell neighbourhood.
Construction is soon to begin on the village’s first building on the corner of Parnell and Maunsell Roads, incorporating 46 apartments with basement parking and new ground floor offices for Blind Low Vision NZ.
There’s already strong demand for The Foundation’s quality apartments to be completed in 2023, reflecting the appeal of people wanting upscale retirement living.
The spacious apartments with their innovative design have a timeless elegance with discreet features and the latest technology. Each residence will have double glazing and air conditioning, while large windows and expansive balconies will create a light and airy environment.
Landscaped gardens will bring communal spaces to life with walkways and courtyards in keeping with the urban environment.
Later stages of the village development include further apartments and village facilities, as well as hospital and memory-assisted care.
This is the sixth village for Generus Living Group, which has an outstanding reputation for creating and managing distinctive retirement villages in Auckland, Mount Maunganui and Christchurch.
