A study on planning and designs for elderly homes- with the Millennium New Town, Taoyuan as the subject

• Main Author: 林蓓蒂
• Other Authors: 蘇 茂 生
• Format: Others
• Language: zh-TW
• Published: 2007
• Online Access: http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/35903184565895737164

碩士 === 國立臺灣師範大學 === 設計研究所在職進修碩士班 === 95 === In 2007, the population of the aged in Taiwan will reach 10% of the total population. With a consistent increase of the aged, retirement and caring for the aged will become potential issues in the future. The trend of the population getting old as a global phenomenon has caused a change to family structure and a withering of family functions. The aged’s mode of living changes as a result. The demand for the old age homes will increase in the future, and it shall become a major business in the senior society. This study focuses on the Millennium New Town in Taoyuan as the subject of planning and evaluation. The designs of the old age homes are different from ordinary housing. Besides the no barrier living environment for the seniors, it should also consider the health status of the aged, psychological factors, special needs, adjustability of space for future needs and healthy housing. Apart from practicality and comfort, the designs should create a harmonic atmosphere and present an aesthetic space to allow the elderly to enjoy a leisurely and enjoyable living. Currently, self-funded housing designed for the aged is mainly apartments, and the market position is in the two opposite ends. The middle-class seniors are forced to select publicly run self-funded housing. The study aims at introducing a new style of living relationship to provide the aged with multiple choices.