MorningStar at the Canyons is a full lifestyle community that has Seniors at the heart of this Home-Meets-Hospitality design. With the ability to age in one community moving from Independent Living to Assisted Living and Memory Care, MorningStar at the Canyons is designed to elevate the Resident’s experience by reinforcing inclusivity in a luxuriously curated environment. Through a strong partnership with the development, operator, architectural and interior design teams, we were able to create a glamorous, tranquil oasis in the middle of the Nevada desert. Located in Las Vegas at the edge of the Spring Mountains with Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area to the west and the Downtown Strip to the east, MorningStar at the Canyon’s thoughtfully developed architecture provides panoramic views of the surrounding Las Vegas landscape, offering ample connection to the natural environment.
As with its overall design approach, the building’s programming is designed with a focus on fostering community by catering to the resident experience and providing destinations throughout the building with multiple amenity spaces on each floor. Starting at the Grand Lobby and Reception, the design evokes both an inviting and sophisticated environment. Each area seamlessly flows into the next room to create a sense of openness and continuity, connecting main amenity spaces that serve as the “hub” of the community. Outfitted in striking teal tile, warm wood tones, and dramatic pendant lighting, the Bistro offers ample seating for residents to enjoy community activities from morning to dusk, additionally serving as a pre-function space for the Dining Rooms and multipurpose Theater/Chapel space.
The second floor is home to the Memory Care neighborhood designed specifically with an open-concept plan, that offers a range of dedicated spaces for activities without limiting the visual connection between residents and care staff. The living spaces are bright and cheerful, providing soothing visual stimulation, and carefully curated art and accessories for tactile exploration. Additionally, the Independent and Assisted Living common areas found on floors two, three and four are thoughtfully designed to inspire moments of connection amidst a vibrant and playful backdrop. With outdoor terraces overlooking the Las Vegas Strip, the Club Room and Activity Spaces are outfitted in contemporary casework and unique backsplash mosaics that give each space a distinct flair.
Residents can also enjoy striking views from their apartments. Aiming for consistency across unit types, the luxury finishes remain the same in the 49 Assisted Living, 24 Memory Care, 95 Independent Living apartments. Each residence is anchored by neutral woodgrain luxury vinyl tile, that feels residential with the durability of commercial use. The kitchen casework is outfitted in crisp white cabinetry, topped with marble-looking quartz countertops and a fresh, elongated hex mosaic backsplash that maintains a classic aesthetic with a playful twist. The bright, neutral color pallet of each apartment has a timeless appeal suitable for all manner of future residents.
Through robust collaboration and creativity, every detail of this community is aimed towards celebrating both beautifully functional and aesthetic environments that meet the evolving needs of seniors.