JARDIM DAS ESTAÇOES Uma proposta arquitetônica para o envelhecimento ativo

Abstract

Increased life expectancy poses major challenges. To meet the needs of this population, measures are needed to ensure their autonomy, safety, independence and interaction with the community. This research seeks architectural solutions that allow the elderly to maintain an active and independent social life, promoting active aging and ensuring mental, social and physical health. To this end, it was necessary to study the profile of the elderly and their social context in Brazil, identifying the deficiencies resulting from aging, and analyzing successful cases around the world. As a result, the proposal is to create a Collaborative Housing for the Elderly, based on the concept of Cohousing. This model offers sustainable communities, managed by the residents themselves, that combine private homes with common areas, providing a better quality of life without the need for subsequent adaptations.