Liz Haverstick
Interior DesignerRLPS ArchitectsLiz Haverstick is a skilled interior designer with 13+ years of experience specializing in senior living environments. Her work reflects a deep commitment to design that elevates aesthetic appeal and enhances daily life for residents, families, and staff. Liz is a strong advocate for distinctive community branding and enriching resident experiences. She is passionate about integrating interior design and architecture to create spaces that are both meaningful and marketable. A professional member of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), Liz is NCIDQ-certified and holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Drexel University.
E28 – The Seven Deadly Sins of Senior Living Bar Design: What Not to Do (and How to Do It Better)
Pre-Test: Think you know what makes or breaks a great bar in senior living? Jot down what you think are the seven deadly sins of bar design. At the e
…Pre-Test: Think you know what makes or breaks a great bar in senior living? Jot down what you think are the seven deadly sins of bar design. At the end of our session, we’ll reveal the list, score your guesses, and raise a glass to the top guesser!
…Pre-Test: Think you know what makes or breaks a great bar in senior living? Jot down what you think are the seven deadly sins of bar design. At the end of our session, we’ll reveal the list, score your guesses, and raise a glass to the top guesser! This interactive session will be led by two seasoned interior designers with a combined 25+ years of experience designing bars and social spaces across the senior living and hospitality sectors. Draw
…Pre-Test: Think you know what makes or breaks a great bar in senior living? Jot down what you think are the seven deadly sins of bar design. At the end of our session, we’ll reveal the list, score your guesses, and raise a glass to the top guesser! This interactive session will be led by two seasoned interior designers with a combined 25+ years of experience designing bars and social spaces across the senior living and hospitality sectors. Drawing from dozens of projects and insights gathered from owners, food service consultants, residents, and staff, we’ll share real-world lessons and inside tips for creating vibrant, functional, and future-ready bar environments. We'll explore what works—and what definitely doesn't—when designing bars for senior living communities. Through case studies, design strategies, and our “sins” list, attendees will learn how to balance aesthetics, operations, and resident engagement. Whether you’re a operator, designer or food service partner, this session will leave you with tangible ideas—and cautionary tales—to elevate your next bar project. Cheers to better bars in senior living! Spoiler Alert: One of the sins is... "We didn't consider staffing from the start!"
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