Anchoring a new neighborhood in Hillsboro, Oregon, The Ackerly at Reed’s Crossing jump-starts civic growth in what was once an empty field through independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Our design reflects Hillsboro’s agrarian roots. Inspired by the surrounding mountains and organized around a ribbon of parks linked by pedestrian streets, residents are provided with many opportunities to connect with each other and their neighborhood. At its heart are the ideas of integration and connecting generations to each other. Residents and their families can gather in places shared with their neighbors, like the bocce ball court, walking paths, meditation labyrinth, and outdoor eating areas. Since the site is connected to the Reed’s Crossing Wellness Center by a pedestrian path, wellness at Reed’s Crossing is intrinsically tied to its community. Throughout The Ackerly at Reed’s Crossing, we wanted to reflect the region’s natural beauty, both in the building’s form and how we organized it. The outside of the building, with townhome porches and balconies, feels expansive and urban. The building’s “urban farmhouse” roofline, a contemporary Pacific Northwest abstraction of the surrounding mountain shapes, is made of honest, straightforward materials. This monolithic expression is softened by the single-story building, an approachable form inspired by the tree-lined foothills. Designed with a clear love for Hillsboro’s landscapes, operational flexibility, and the wellness of those who will live here, The Ackerly at Reed’s Crossing is a focal point of what we hope will become a vital, self-contained community.