Addie Abushousheh
Principal & CEOAdvantAges by DesignAddie Abushousheh, PhD, EDAC is an organizational and environmental gerontologist and the Founding Principal & CEO of AdvantAges by Design, LLC. A trusted partner at the intersection of people, place, process and purpose. Addie works with organizations, designers, and industry leaders to align environments, strategies, and systems that advance the human condition across the lifespan. With a background in architecture, applied gerontology, and organizational development, Addie translates evidence into actionable insights that improve wellbeing, performance, and equity. She maintains adjunct faculty appointments and serves in national leadership roles with the Facility Guidelines Institute and the AIA Design for Aging Knowledge Community.
E04 – The ROI of Injury Prevention: Long-Term Savings Through Smarter Interior Design
Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among older adults—and one of the most significant cost drivers in senior living commun…Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among older adults—and one of the most significant cost drivers in senior living communities. Yet many of these incidents are preventable through thoughtful, evidence-based design. This d…Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among older adults—and one of the most significant cost drivers in senior living communities. Yet many of these incidents are preventable through thoughtful, evidence-based design. This dynamic panel discussion will explore how environmental interventions can reduce fall risk while delivering measurable long-term financial returns. Featuring a multidisciplinary panel—covering senior …Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among older adults—and one of the most significant cost drivers in senior living communities. Yet many of these incidents are preventable through thoughtful, evidence-based design. This dynamic panel discussion will explore how environmental interventions can reduce fall risk while delivering measurable long-term financial returns. Featuring a multidisciplinary panel—covering senior living development, architecture and designer, senior care operations, and gerontology—this session will present a 360-degree view of injury prevention through design. Panelists will share data-backed insights, project case studies, and economic modeling to demonstrate how investing in smarter interior environments pays off in reduced hospitalizations, improved resident well-being, staff satisfaction, and operational savings. Whether you’re specifying materials, designing spaces, or managing care outcomes, this session will equip you with the tools to advocate for design decisions that support both safety and financial sustainability.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
E11 – Intergenerational Innovation: Insights from SAGE/AIA’s Intergenerational Task Force
Senior living market dynamics and consumer expectations are increasingly challenging the status quo for relevance, resilience, and inclusivity. This s…Senior living market dynamics and consumer expectations are increasingly challenging the status quo for relevance, resilience, and inclusivity. This session presents the latest findings from the SAGE/AIA Design for Aging Joint Intergenerational Task …Senior living market dynamics and consumer expectations are increasingly challenging the status quo for relevance, resilience, and inclusivity. This session presents the latest findings from the SAGE/AIA Design for Aging Joint Intergenerational Task Force (IGTF), now in its third year of advancing knowledge at the intersection of aging, design, and intergenerational engagement. Building on a multi-wave Delphi survey, an expert charrette workshop,…Senior living market dynamics and consumer expectations are increasingly challenging the status quo for relevance, resilience, and inclusivity. This session presents the latest findings from the SAGE/AIA Design for Aging Joint Intergenerational Task Force (IGTF), now in its third year of advancing knowledge at the intersection of aging, design, and intergenerational engagement. Building on a multi-wave Delphi survey, an expert charrette workshop, and the development of an intergenerational roadmap, this session reveals new insights and real-world applications from diverse stakeholders care providers, developers, designers, and residents. Presenters will share strategic frameworks, practical tools, and case study examples that highlight how intergenerational initiatives can unlock innovation, strengthen community identity, and create long-term value across generations. Whether you're designing, developing, or operating senior living environments, this session will equip you with actionable strategies to differentiate offerings, enhance engagement, and meet the growing demand for meaningful multigenerational connections. Join us to explore what's next in intergenerational design, and how your projects can lead the way in creating vibrant, future-ready communities.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
E24 – The Codes, They Are A-Changin’: A Sneak Peek at the 2026 FGI Guidelines
Exciting changes await users of the Facility Guidelines Institute library of documents. Introducing the 2026 FGI Code for Planning and Design of Resid…Exciting changes await users of the Facility Guidelines Institute library of documents. Introducing the 2026 FGI Code for Planning and Design of Residential Care and Support Settings and its complementary FGI Handbook. These new and improved document…Exciting changes await users of the Facility Guidelines Institute library of documents. Introducing the 2026 FGI Code for Planning and Design of Residential Care and Support Settings and its complementary FGI Handbook. These new and improved documents expand the capabilities and resources available to FGI users through enhanced online interface options and additional explanatory guideline options. The FGI Residential Code provides baseline requir…Exciting changes await users of the Facility Guidelines Institute library of documents. Introducing the 2026 FGI Code for Planning and Design of Residential Care and Support Settings and its complementary FGI Handbook. These new and improved documents expand the capabilities and resources available to FGI users through enhanced online interface options and additional explanatory guideline options. The FGI Residential Code provides baseline requirements for the design and construction of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospice facilities, independent living settings, adult daycare facilities and wellness centers. The companion FGI Handbook offers explanatory guidance of the code and additional best practices information to supplement the code minimum requirements. Revisions to the 2026 document to be discussed include an added table outlining building typologies, added resident room size and capacity requirements; revised laundry requirements; clarity of the application of requirements for household models; clarity on dining space requirements; the addition of requirements for facilities serving individuals of size; the addition of dialysis requirements; and the addition of a chapter specific to residential mental and behavioral health facilities. Learn about these changes, how they affect the design and construction of residential care facilities and how you can contribute to the 2030 revision cycle.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
