In November 2025, the Arbor Acres Board of Directors approved the conceptual plan for the Francis Asbury Extension and Phase II of the Core Redevelopment. This important milestone ensures Arbor Acres can continue to fulfill its mission, update current facilities, and remain financially strong for years to come.
Below is an outline of the upcoming projects and construction plans. Please note that these plans are conceptual and will be refined as we move forward, pending approval by our board at a future meeting.
1. Francis Asbury Neighborhood Extension
Goal: Complete the original plans for the neighborhood.
a. Construction of 10 new homes (7 cottages and 3 patio homes) on the east side of the Francis Asbury neighborhood.
b. Starts April 2026 with completion in mid-2027.
2. Front Gate & Welcome Center
Goal: Improve traffic flow and enhance security and functionality.
a. Adding a second incoming lane for residents and Artists access the campus through the gate more efficiently.
b. Welcome Center will be expanded to better accommodate the team of employees and its security functions.
c. More specific timeframes for this project will be provided soon.
3. Core Redevelopment of Campus Center (Phase II)
Goal: Replace the campus’ oldest infrastructure and implement upgrades that elevate the resident experience and modernize resident and administrative spaces.
a. This plan involves the removal of the Berrier building, McPherson apartment building, and part of Piner Hall.
b. A 40-unit apartment building and 250-seat multipurpose auditorium will be built in their place.
c. The main campus reception area/lobby will relocate from Berrier to Womble. The first floor of Womble will be renovated into centralized administrative offices and is expected to be finished by April 2027.
d. Over the next year, we will work with residents on detailed relocation plans.
e. The renovation and construction work for this project is anticipated to start in the spring of 2027 and be completed in approximately 24 months.
4. Courtyard Homes
a. After the new 40-unit apartment building is complete, two new courtyard clusters will replace the old Bayberry apartments.
5. Dining & Kitchen Enhancements
a. Current plans call for expanding dining spaces in independent living meant to improve the flow for both residents and dining operations.
b. Kitchen upgrades will focus on equipment and efficiency within the existing footprint.
6. Auditorium
a. Piner Hall (current capacity of 150) will be replaced with a new auditorium with a capacity of 250.
Through newsletters, a campus message system, routine meetings and more, Arbor Acres will keep all those impacted by these changes up to date.
