A caring challenge

Aging gracefully where you want to live

Elegant Independence,
Thoughtful Support

Michael Graves continues to provide thoughtful designs for inspired living. With a focus on appreciating the journey between moments, we strive to create comfortable spaces to make new connections. Our blend of residential scale with elements of luxury hospitality offer environments where residents can feel at home, independent, and supported.

Michael Graves carries forth the ethos of good design for all. For more than 60 years we have crafted places using our imagination and the voice our clients. These highly personal designs genuinely reflect the culture of those who call our spaces home. We design for life. We design for all.

Matthews Memorial Terrace, Washington, DC

Senior Living
Projects

Michael Graves Design + Pottery Barn - Product Brand Partnership

Aging With Grace

Michael Graves’ designs for aging-in-place emphasize subtle shifts that enhance flexibility within the built environment. Planning for future changes in lifestyle and care, anticipating growing technological resources, and encouraging all dimensions of wellness we come alongside operators to position new projects for continued campus growth. In a dynamic marketplace with a new horizon, we are proud to be at the forefront with designs and products that reflect the elegance of aging with grace.

Our Accessible Home Furnishings collaboration with Pottery Barn aims to redefine the notion of accessible lifestyle furniture, appealing to a broad audience by integrating novel, functional enhancements that put safety first, while celebrating beauty and quality that all consumers expect.

Design For All

Michael believed good design has the power to enhance people’s lives. After becoming paralyzed and encountering new challenges in everyday living, Graves devoted the rest of his career to creating more accessible designs. Today, our team continues his legacy by prioritizing dignity through thoughtful details, and embracing the belief that well-crafted spaces can foster well-being.

Accessible Designs Through

Person + Place + Product

Michael Graves Design + CVS Products

Person

Michael Graves Architecture - Accessible Military Housing

Place

Michael Graves Design + Pottery Barn - Product Brand Partnership​

Product

Senior Living
Products

Industry Leaders

Connect with our leaders in the senior living industry. Learn more by clicking on each.

Dane Suchoza

Principal
Charlotte | Contact

Becky Stambaugh

Principal
Charlotte | Contact

Vipul Talwar

Associate
Maryland | Contact

Rob Van Varick

Chief Design Officer, MGD, Products
New Jersey | Contact

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Dane Suchoza, AIA, LEED AP BD+C

Dane's long and impressive career in architecture is a testament to his expertise, skill, and dedication in creating high-return solutions throughout a project’s lifecycle. As an expert witness in dispute resolution, he demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of both design and business.

Becky Stambaugh, AIA

While her expertise spans various markets – civic, commercial, workplace, and K-12 education – her focus at Michael Graves is on senior living. She brings a sensitive eye to this market, blending current thought and creativity with the operational needs inherent for successful projects. Her work closely aligns with client goals and user experiences, effectively translating complex requirements into curated solutions.

Vipul Talwar, RA, LEED AP BD+C

Vipul is a thought leader in senior living and mixed-use housing. His creative architectural design and project management experience in long-term care and assisted living facilities has given him valuable insight into the evolving markets and expectations of senior living today and in the future.

Rob Van Varick

One of the driving forces of Michael Graves Design, Rob has used strategic research to penetrate markets and create innovative product solutions that are transforming healthcare and accessibility. His commitment to universal design has translated into products that are great for everyone to use.