Lisa Warnock
Principal and FounderGlow Interior DesignsLisa is an accomplished interior designer with 26 years of experience in senior living, multi-family, and hospitality. She holds a BA in Interior Design from Marylhurst University, is NCIDQ certified, and a Registered Interior Designer in Tennessee. A talented public speaker, Lisa is recognized as a thought leader, known for her award-winning projects and advocacy for better practices. In 2020, she was named an EFA Design Champion for her work in tunable lighting in memory care. Lisa serves on the boards of SAGE, LeadingAge Oregon, EFA magazine's advisory board, and is one of the Co-Founders of the Intergenerational Task Force.
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
EFA Remodel/Renovation Competition: A Review of the 2025 Winners
Environments for Aging magazine’s annual Remodel/Renovation Competition sheds light on the projects that have noteworthy aspects to inspire future ren…Environments for Aging magazine’s annual Remodel/Renovation Competition sheds light on the projects that have noteworthy aspects to inspire future renovation projects, big or small. This presentation, led by EFA’s association partner SAGE, brings tog…Environments for Aging magazine’s annual Remodel/Renovation Competition sheds light on the projects that have noteworthy aspects to inspire future renovation projects, big or small. This presentation, led by EFA’s association partner SAGE, brings together winners from the 2025 competition to explore each one and how they approached their unique environments to create more meaningful settings. Attendees will walk away with a thorough understanding…Environments for Aging magazine’s annual Remodel/Renovation Competition sheds light on the projects that have noteworthy aspects to inspire future renovation projects, big or small. This presentation, led by EFA’s association partner SAGE, brings together winners from the 2025 competition to explore each one and how they approached their unique environments to create more meaningful settings. Attendees will walk away with a thorough understanding of what types of challenges emerge during remodels and renovations, and how these proven projects teams addressed those challenges. Attendees will also learn about the competition submission process and key elements to include in a future submission. Learning Objectives: Learn about renovation projects ranging in size, scope, and costs for a variety of older adult settings. Learn about design attributes, challenges, and solutions employed to create award-winning environments for aging. Understand the importance of including operational factors into the design process and how operators are positively impacting quality of life for residents, families, and staff. Gain insights into the design award submission, review, and award process. All badge types are welcome.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More