SFCS Architects

SFCS Architects Our passion is for meaningful and thoughtful design.

SFCS is a full-service architectural, engineering, planning, and interior design firm that specializes in the design of senior living, education, health care, and government facilities nationwide.

06/24/2026

When technology evolves but your buildings don’t, how do you incorporate tomorrow’s technology into today’s communities?

In one of our recent By Design sessions about reimaging senior living through AI, Joe Velderman, who was at Cypress Living at the time of the presentation, lead us through his approach to cultivating a culture of innovation with the four C's framework.

We’re excited to welcome these talented students for a summer of learning, growth, and impact. Join us in giving them a ...
06/19/2026

We’re excited to welcome these talented students for a summer of learning, growth, and impact. Join us in giving them a warm welcome!

What better way to celebrate American invention than with a classic that first captured attention in Philadelphia?Inspir...
06/10/2026

What better way to celebrate American invention than with a classic that first captured attention in Philadelphia?

Inspired by the Slinky, the famous spring toy accidentally invented by Richard James in 1943 and popularized through a Philadelphia department store demo in 1945, SFCS brought a little history to life at CANstruction Philadelphia 2026.

Ato Forster-Forson, Jeff Bohlen, Peter Nagel, Nick Scassero, and Matt Henigan designed and built a giant Slinky sculpture entirely from canned and packaged goods, with more than 2,500 items headed to local food banks after the event.

Even more exciting: the team took home the Most Cans award.

A little nostalgia, a lot of teamwork, and a design that kept giving long after the final can was placed.

06/06/2026

"We got to work with a very specific demographic that we haven't gotten to design for."

Through SFCS Architects’ ongoing collaboration with Virginia Tech Industrial Design, students stepped outside of the classroom and into Warm Hearth Village by working directly with residents to understand the opportunities and challenges they experience every day.

Design becomes more thoughtful, more grounded, and more impactful because the people it’s meant to serve are part of the process. “The most helpful thing in coming up with ideas were the interviews and getting real feedback,” one student shared.

For SFCS, listening, partnership, and real-world perspective is at the core of how we approach architecture and design in senior living. By connecting students with elders, we’re helping shape a future workforce that understands design as both a technical discipline and a human-centered responsibility.

J.D Landis is headed to the Masonic Communities & Services Association Annual Conference in Orange, CA next week! Be sur...
06/03/2026

J.D Landis is headed to the Masonic Communities & Services Association Annual Conference in Orange, CA next week! Be sure to find him in the sponsor area Monday and Tuesday to learn more about how we can help with your next senior living project. Hope to see you there!

Here’s to beautiful spaces, cozy corners, bold colors, and the perfect spot to sit.
05/30/2026

Here’s to beautiful spaces, cozy corners, bold colors, and the perfect spot to sit.

Health and fitness is important at every stage of our lives, which is why environments that make it easy, beautiful, and...
05/27/2026

Health and fitness is important at every stage of our lives, which is why environments that make it easy, beautiful, and fun to support these habits are increasingly important the older we get.

2027 marks 42 years of sharing industry trends, education, and connections with the leaders of nationwide senior living ...
05/22/2026

2027 marks 42 years of sharing industry trends, education, and connections with the leaders of nationwide senior living communities at our annual By Design Conference. 🎊 We hope to see you this upcoming February for more updates and insights to help you serve current and future residents!

When: February 2-4, 2027
Where: Hotel Roanoke in Roanoke, VA

To stay updated about By Design 2027, sign up for email updates: https://go.sfcs.com/5daspr

This Older Americans Month, we’re championing health by celebrating the everyday choices and environments that help olde...
05/21/2026

This Older Americans Month, we’re championing health by celebrating the everyday choices and environments that help older adults stay active, connected, and independent.

We believe a true culture of wellness is built into the design and daily rhythms of a community by supporting movement, connection, and purpose at every turn.

That can look like:
➡️ Walkable, light‑filled corridors and outdoor paths that naturally encourage daily movement
➡️ Inviting stairs, fitness‑forward amenities, and flexible spaces that support strength and balance
➡️ Dining, wellness, and social spaces placed intentionally to promote connection and reduce isolation
➡️ Access to nature, daylight, and views that support both physical and mental well‑being

When physical activity, social engagement, and healthy habits are reinforced by the environment itself, residents are more likely to participate consistently and maintain independence longer.

👉 Explore more on designing a culture of wellness: https://go.sfcs.com/3su8m3

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305 S Jefferson Street
Roanoke, VA
24011

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Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

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