Age-Friendly Community Service Spaces
As China faces increasing challenges from an ageing population, improving urban elder care and addressing the shortage of appropriate facilities has become a pressing issue. In Shanghai's Shanggang New Village, elderly residents suffer from health conditions linked to historical industrial pollution, while also dealing with outdated infrastructure and insufficient recreational spaces. In response, I designed an age-friendly community using modular shipping containers to create flexible, multi-functional spaces tailored to the elderly’s needs. These include spaces like chess rooms, shared gardens, and tea rooms, all encouraging social interaction and enhancing their quality of life.
The core of this project is its adaptability and rapid implementation, as container modules can be easily assembled and reconfigured to accommodate different activities. This solution not only addresses the immediate need for activity spaces but also modernises the ageing community infrastructure. Through thoughtful design, it fosters a vibrant, supportive environment that promotes well-being and a sense of belonging for the elderly residents.