AGEING GRACEFULLY
RETIRE IN STYLE AT THE NEW VENTRIA RESIDENCE, WHERE HOLISTIC FUNCTIONALITY MEETS GORGEOUS DESIGN
What’s the key to a blissful retirement? For Debbie de Fiddes, the CEO of de Fiddes Design and an expert in designing for aged care, dementia and retirement living, the importance of ageing in a sophisticated and supportive home cannot be overstated. Such abodes were a relative rarity in Hong Kong – that is, until Ventria Residence came along. A first for the city, this luxury residential and medihotel concept launches in 2022 and aims to provide everything its elderly residents require. Nestled within the tranquil landscape of Happy Valley, the property is tailored to each resident’s needs – whether that is the pursuit of an independent, active lifestyle or one that requires round-theclock assistance. “We spent years sourcing the crème de la crème of finishings, the most exquisite senior-friendly furniture and cutting-edge technology from all over the world,” says Debbie, who collaborated closely with Maggie Au, an interior designer and associate at architecture firm LWK + Partners, to realise an ideal environs for a graceful, dignified retirement lifestyle where holistic wellness is at the fore. A universal design approach lends to the flexibility and intuitiveness found throughout the residence, such as adaptable spatial layouts, advanced innovative smart-home systems and targeted colour palettes to suit residents with varied abilities. Within Ventria’s fully furnished apartments, which are offered in three distinct design styles – Chinese contemporary, modern classic and minimalist – the duo’s design prowess and eye for detail are apparent through exuberant accents and bespoke furnishings. Health and wellness are further ensured thanks to a state-of-the-art medical clinic and highly experienced nursing teams, who are on hand to provide daily consultation and rehabilitation. Assisted living and memory care can be tailored to support any resident’s needs, while a network of internationally renowned hospitals are mere minutes away. Recognising the benefits of green living, magnificent landscape gardens and luxuriant green spaces have been woven into the architecture – including an expansive rooftop garden where residents can engage with their community of peers and join in a variety of leisure activities. Just steps away, luxe living is taken to the next level at the resident clubhouse with myriad facilities that rival those of a five-star hotel, from a hair and beauty care salon to an indoor heated swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, a spa centre and chef-prepared gourmet dining. At Ventria, residents can experience the pinnacle of sophistication from the comfort of their own residence – one that sets the stage for a fruitful new chapter of life.