RENOVATION / REPOSITIONING (BUILDING) NOMINEE
The Virginian
Built by the Thompson family for their mother in 1983, The Virginian has served the senior community of Fairfax, Virginia for over 40 years. Now owned by Focus Healthcare Partners and managed by Life Care Services, The Virginian has evolved to offer a vibrant and welcoming home for its third generation of seniors, combining rich history with modern amenities to meet their diverse needs.
Focus Healthcare Partners, a real estate investment firm specializing in Senior Housing and Healthcare real estate, saw a unique opportunity in The Virginian. Despite its solid reputation, the aging community needed fresh capital for physical and operational improvements— a significant undertaking requiring dedication and resources that other investors were unable to consider. After years of discussions, Focus Healthcare Partners acquired The Virginian in the summer of 2019 and assembled a design team to reposition it as a best-in-class senior living destination, offering a full continuum of care.
City/State:
Fairfax, VADate of Completion:
12/2023Project Size (Sq. ft)
365,000
Owner:
Focus Healthcare PartnersOperator:
Life Care Services (LCS)Architect:
MeyerInterior Design Firm:
LaMoyne Design AssociatesBuilder/Contractor:
Allied Partners, Elements Hospitality & Wohlsen ConstructionExterior Entry Before | After
Utilizing the properties 32 acres to provide dedicated outdoor space to all residents of the Virginian. The renovations are notable for their scale and complexity, repositioning 85% of the building without displacing residents. The community has been completely reimagined, offering a resort-style experience with services and amenities for all levels of independence and care.
Main Entrance Before | After
Residents and guests are welcomed by the newly updated grounds and façade. At the main entrance, a Porte Cochere was added.
The temperate California climate also encourages an indoor/outdoor lifestyle, inspiring our members to enjoy
outdoor dining and lounging next to the fireplace in our courtyard.
Main Entrance Plaza Before | After
Above the main entrance, the plaza was added for the Assisted Living area of The Virginian.
Designed to offer each member an elevated and engaged life, including the Elegant Palmer Library and Lobby.
Front Courtyard Before | After
As a part of the overall expansion and thoughtfully curated spaces, the central water fountain at the main entrance was replaced and enhanced creating an environment evokes the essence of a luxury hotel.
Front Lawn Before | After
The essentially unused front lawn was transformed into an outdoor activity area featuring a Bocce Ball, Putting Green and Pickle Ball Court.
Lobby Before | After
Inside, the design team focused on adding 25 centralized common spaces on nearly every level, including dining venues, lounges, libraries, a wine cellar, and a sports bar. The apartments branch off the main building in an “X” format, allowing easy and direct access to all amenities. The design is both brilliant and intentional, providing residents with accessibility and multiple amenities just down the hall from their residences.
Bistro in Lobby Before | After
Living Room Before | After
Dining Room Before | After
Fifth Floor Grille Before | After
Wine Room Before | After
New and sophisticated dining options tailored to resident preferences to turn every meal into an experience.
Salon Before | After
Library Before | After
Cinema Before | After
The community has been completely reimagined, offering a resort-style experience with services and amenities for all levels of independence and care. It has become a place where generations come together to enjoy life., captivating design, engaging entertainment options, and comprehensive wellness programs.
Personal Residence Before | After
Memory Care Unit Before | After
Additionally, the interior design focused on creating meaningful experiences for residents, infusing their lives with choice, luxury, and independence. The resulting aesthetic draws inspiration from the juxtaposition of Washington, D.C.’s rich history with modern detailing and finishes.
The Virginian sets a new benchmark in senior living with a meticulous blend of modern design and functional elegance, offering a serene and luxurious environment that exceeds traditional expectations of retirement living.