Art Fills the Walls and Spaces of Viamonte Walnut Creek, Reflecting Health & Wellness
Viamonte Walnut Creek on Shadelands Drive welcomed its first generation of senior residents in December 2020.
Stunning Viamonte Walnut Creek, the first life plan community in Contra Costa County, opened to residents in December 2020, providing an extraordinary senior living experience in Shadelands near shopping, dining, medical facilities, recreational activities, walking paths, and public parks. One of Viamonte's showcase designs is its distinctive and eclectic art thoughtfully curated and on display throughout the interior floors, exterior entrance, and courtyards.
Viamonte Circuit Boards, by Windy Chien. A contemporary, commissioned re-envisioning of sailors' knots created with rope and a variety of classic knots.
“When we envisioned Viamonte, we wanted to create a place that was dynamic and that incorporates the many dimensions of wellness and healthy living,” said Kate Douglas, Director of Resident Services. “And we wanted the art that lives in our hallways and entrances and courtyards to reflect that vision.”
The Legacy Oak, by Scott Hile. Book pages featuring the words of famous Californians superimposed with images creating the oak.
Viamonte’s art explores a variety of styles, subjects, and media to create conversation and a sense of community within the hallways and open spaces.
Mixed-media, custom-designed installations with hand-made porcelain pieces announce floor numbers at elevator door. By Madeleine Walton.
Art forms include sculpture, painting, photography, textiles, installations, and even a living biophilic design, all with an emphasis on California artists or artists who create pieces representative of California.
Biophilic Art, by WabiMoss. Preserved moss, lichen, plants, and wood, recognizing how much human physical and mental well-being relies on relationships to the natural world.
“We’ve been fortunate to have several of the artists whose work is in Viamonte give virtual talks to our residents and staff,” said Kate.
Graffiti Apple Sculpture. Ceramic with gloss finish and vibrant, multi-colored, one-of-a-kind graffiti designs.
“A big piece of the inspiration for art in Viamonte is to make a living space that reflects activity and liveliness and a community where the art is something that uplifts everybody’s wellness.”
