The Ackerly at Sherwood is a dynamic senior-living community that reimagines traditional expectations of senior housing. Located in Sherwood, OR, this vibrant and colorful building blends modern hospitality with the support of 107 assisted living units and a 28-bed memory care community. Drawing from urban living and hotel-inspired design, The Ackerly challenges stereotypes of senior housing, offering a space that is not only functional but also a welcoming, lively home for its residents. Designed with an emphasis on mental and physical well-being, The Ackerly’s layout encourages active living, particularly for residents with dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other health concerns. Prior to its development, Sherwood had only one senior housing community, so the addition of The Ackerly brings much-needed support to the growing area. The site itself, a challenging triangle-shaped plot previously deemed unsuitable for development, became an opportunity to create something unique. The building’s Y-shaped design, which connects three natural light-filled wings around a central hub of amenities and staff offices, is directly informed by the site’s geometry. This shape also allows for a variety of outdoor spaces—gardens, walking paths, and social areas—encouraging residents to enjoy the outdoors. A separate enclosed path for memory-care residents provides a secure, peaceful walking space. Reflecting the modern style of surrounding commercial buildings, The Ackerly’s design incorporates elements of the local residential aesthetic, such as triangle-shaped lap siding. The building’s warm, yet contemporary, style is enhanced by its butterfly trusses and wooden beams, which create a harmonious connection between interior and exterior. Inside, the layout is designed to be flexible and functional, with folding walls that allow spaces like the bistro to expand for social gatherings or remain intimate for smaller activities. The Ackerly at Sherwood, with its mix of innovative urban principles and thoughtful design, is more than just a senior-living facility—it’s a lively, bright, and homey place that promotes health, happiness, and a strong sense of community for all who live there.