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Neuroarchitecture with Great Oaks as the Blueprint
Great Oaks Retirement Village in Constantia, Cape Town – a SAPOA Award winner – shows what’ s possible when a developer and neuroarchitect collaborate from the outset – in this case, Constantia Life with Genius Loci.
At Great Oaks, Neuroarchitecture guides every planning and interior choice. Spaces are designed for ageing and neurodivergent minds, not trends. Clear sightlines and looped circulation reduce confusion and falls, while strong door and frame colours support room recognition. Safe Light Refl ectance Value contrasts help ageing and dementia-affected eyes read depth and thresholds, improving independence.
For developers, these environments are unforgiving; small design errors quickly become operational and reputational risks. Neuroarchitects translate evidence into layouts and specifi cations that de-risk projects and strengthen absorption.
Great Oaks is one example. Your next project can be the next. Collaborate with Constantia Life and Genius Loci as your neuroarchitecture and Age-in-Place partners – from feasibility and concept through to detailed design and post-occupancy review.
Circadian lighting further supports health by reinforcing natural sleep – wake cycles, stabilising mood and reducing late-afternoon agitation. Materials, acoustics and lighting are selected to calm the nervous system, while biophilic courtyards and planting strengthen orientation, rest and social connection. The result is a village that feels like a familiar neighbourhood rather than a facility.
+ 27 83 225 7486 helen @ constantialife. com www. greatoaksvillage. co. za
+ 27 76 66 95 292 ronel @ geniusloci. group www. geniusloci. group
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