Mednarodna arhitekturna in urbanistična delavnica Medgeneracijsko središče
International Architectural and Urban Design Workshop Intergenerational Centre

Summary/Abstract: In the municipal seat of Žiri, one in six residents is over 65. There is little daily commuting in Žiri because of its welldeveloped industry. Changes in living conditions, such as place of residence, are more difficult for people in vulnerable periods such as old age if they are used to a particular domicile. An intergenerational centre in Žiri would make it possible for people to live in their home environment longer, and also improve their quality of life because of contact with the activity of younger generations. To this end, four scenarios have been proposed for intergenerational centres at four selected locations in the Municipality of Žiri. The scenarios envisage centres of different sizes, with appropriate functional units for care for the elderly, connected with an additional programme to strengthen intergenerational solidarity and coexistence. Creating a regional intergenerational centre would introduce the most modern spatial and social concepts of life for the elderly into the area. The scenarios include urban design and architectural proposals for four selected locations.

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