Janet Meyer

Biografía: Since 1997, Janet Meyer has focused on creating thoughtfully designed environments for aging adults. With a deep understanding of this demographic, she feels strongly that the key to longevity and mental and physical well-being is creating an engaging and purposeful community. In 2009, this led her to BCT Design Group where she and a fellow architect established the firm’s housing studio which she co-leads today. As a principal at BCT Design Group, Janet’s work is influenced by the trends in multifamily housing, retail, hospitality, and office. Today she brings her knowledge of the full continuum of care, combined with the experience of other BCT studios, to design state-of-the art communities for the elderly, that engage younger generations and offer amenities often found in urban settings. She frequently works together with BCT colleagues to evaluate how both senior housing and multifamily housing can be integrated into existing, yet reimagined retail sites and urban infill areas. She has led office-to-residential conversions, tackling the intricacies and challenges inherent in older buildings and frequently leads large-scale planning efforts that include senior and market-rate housing, arts, entertainment, office and hospitality. A passionate proponent of well-designed communities for older adults, Janet frequently speaks nationally on the trends impacting the senior housing space. Janet is a registered architect and has designed numerous communities throughout her career. Along with ULI, Janet is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), American Seniors Housing Association (ASHA) and the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC).