Architect and Builder Q4 Nov 2025 | Page 23

CORAL COVE, KZN NORTH COAST
Senior living has undergone a remarkable shift. Where once the emphasis was on safety and care alone, today’ s leading communities are vibrant, inspiring environments designed for living well. Studies demonstrate that staying social, having a sense of purpose, keeping mentally active, and engaging physically all contribute to a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life.
“ There has been a major shift in how we think about senior living,” says Barry Kaganson, CEO of Auria Senior Living( Auria), a leading developer of gold-standard senior living communities in South Africa.“ While high-quality care remains a cornerstone, it is no longer the defining feature. The emphasis now is on living well – staying active, engaged, and fulfilled. There’ s growing demand for wellness programmes, care and fitness options, cultural and learning opportunities, and spaces that promote both connection and independence.”
Coral Cove, located on KwaZulu-Natal’ s North Coast, embodies the next generation of senior living.“ Coral Cove has been designed to the highest standards and is set to be one of the region’ s finest, most sought-after lifestyle estates.
Coral Cove offers a range of accommodation – from freestanding villas with gardens and garages to modern maisonettes.
Each home includes subtle design features that support independent living. Residents also enjoy relief from everyday maintenance, allowing more time for the things they love.
Amenities include a wellness centre, hair salon, cinema, restaurant and bar, all on-site. A private, ocean-view dining room can be reserved for family gatherings and special occasions. As health needs evolve, residents will have access to assisted living, frail care, and memory care, delivered by highly qualified teams.
“ At Coral Cove, we believe the new face of senior living shows us that life after 70 isn’ t about slowing down – it’ s about finally having the freedom to enjoy life on your terms. We’ ve worked hard over the past months to create a gold-standard senior living community where you can feel at home, stay active, and enjoy life the way you want to,” says Kaganson.
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