The section shows the raised ceiling in the south dining area with the nurse's station in the background. The sloping roof structure was chosen to blend with the surrounding neighborhood and match existing building profiles. The roof is structured with light-gauge steel trusses. Spaced at four feet on center, the trusses are a light-gauge steel version of the wood trusses typically found in residential construction.

The advantages of this truss system over steel beam / bar joist systems are faster delivery to site, faster erection, and lighter loads on foundations. Furthermore, the steel trusses met the required non-combustible construction type and help meet a tight construction schedule.

The section shows the skylight configuration in the south dining area as well. Frosted skylights were used to minimize harsh shadows cast by direct sunlight. Indirect lighting projected up into the skylight wells simulates day lighting in evening hours.

The elevations show efforts taken to give the project a residential feel. Low maintenance stucco, brick and prefinished metal are the exterior materials.

Shingles were used for a warm neighborhood tie-in. The vertical treatment in the gable ends reflects the verticality of the existing chapel adjacent to the building.