August 6, 2025 —As Kendal on Hudson celebrates its 20-year anniversary, residents and staff have embarked on an exciting new chapter with the Commons Refresh initiative. This bold and thoughtful project is more than a renovation; it’s a commitment to fostering connection, wellness and the celebration of Kendal’s breathtaking location along the Hudson River.
A Year of Planning and Participation
2024 marked a pivotal planning year for the Commons Refresh initiative, bringing the voices of residents and staff into every stage of the process. Through resident focus groups, concept design discussions, prospect focus groups and on-site visits, the collaboration ensured the redesign truly reflects the community’s values and spirit.
What’s the result of this collective vision? Spaces that are not only designed to be beautiful but are intentionally planned to elevate day-to-day living, deepen social connections and encourage personal growth.
Enhancing Resident Experience
Some of the exciting, planned updates include:
- Lifelong Learning Upgrades: New state-of-the-art audio and lighting systems will enhance lectures, presentations and live performances, creating an outstanding environment for learning and artistic experiences.
- Communal Comfort and Connection: A new all-season river-viewing lounge and community-level lounge will create spaces for relaxation and shared experiences while celebrating the natural beauty just outside. Easy access to an outdoor terrace and aging-friendly gardening boxes will invite residents to enjoy sunny planting days.
- Sustainability: In keeping with the Kendal value of Stewardship, sustainability initiatives were a priority in the design. These include such things as variable speed motors, occupancy sensors and red list free construction materials as well as a special coating on the pool that reduces energy consumption and a green roof on the new lounge.
Wellness at the Heart
- The terrace level is being transformed into a wellness hub, including:
- Fitness spaces to promote physical health.
- An updated care center to provide on-site support for residents.
- A state-of-the-art massage room and salon for relaxation and rejuvenation.
These updates reflect Kendal on Hudson’s commitment to holistic wellness, ensuring residents thrive in mind, body and spirit.
A Shared Celebration and New Beginning
Jean Eccelston, Chief Executive Officer of Kendal on Hudson, captures the spirit of the initiative perfectly, stating, “The Commons Refresh at Kendal on Hudson will help us better serve residents who live here now and also secure Kendal on Hudson’s market position for the future. We are committed to maintaining a strong and vibrant culture and a beautiful environment for residents and employee team members.”
This effort is not just about updating physical spaces; it’s about enriching lives. Celebrating 20 years of community, Kendal on Hudson looks forward to setting the stage for the next two decades of shared growth and connection.
The path ahead may feature construction dust and temporary changes, but what lies beyond is a brighter, more vibrant Kendal on Hudson. Together, residents, staff and leadership are paving the way for a future that honors the past while innovating for tomorrow.