“Vivante will be a unique experience in luxury retirement living, as we’ve incorporated many of the new ideas in fitness, healthcare, technology and lifestyle that appeal to the demands of our growing aging population, especially here in Orange County,” says Curt Olson, CEO and founder of Nexus. “Our local community expects more out of their retirement, and they deserve it.”

Olson says the developer has taken advantage of new trends to create an ideal environment for residents that is welcoming and comfortable for the whole family.

“We think the time has come to create a community that embraces the aging segment of our population and gives them the lifestyle they deserve,” says Nexus president Cory Alder.

The team behind Vivante consists of longtime coastal Orange County residents who recognized the need for a luxury retirement option in their community, and they have been actively marketing it. Of the $62 million total project cost, the team raised $22 million from the local investment community, further reinforcing the high value of the concept to those who live in Orange County. The additional $40 million construction loan was financed by Bank of the West and included participants such as Bank of America and Bank of Texas.

“The response to Vivante has been overwhelming,” says Beth Otterbein, RN, Vivante’s director of sales and marketing. “When people walk into the Vivante leasing office, they know immediately that we’re creating something special. And the response to our pre-leasing has shown that we are hitting the right chord with local families by creating a luxurious, well-appointed home for our seniors.”

Alder tells GlobeSt.com that a great percentage of our population started to turn 65 last year, which is creating a large demand for retirement housing. "There are limited options in Orange County, and much of what exists is outdated."

Alder adds that the coastal areas of Orange County especially are affluent and expect quality. "We have designed a community with extensive amenities. Our staff has years of experience, we have nurses onsite 24/7 and we are located half a mile from Hoag Hospital."

Vivante has attracted strong interest from local investors because they recognize what Nexus has seen in terms of changing demographics and a lack of high-quality new product, Alder continues. "Many of them have lived here for many years, and they have researched and experienced the senoir housing optons available here for their own families. They understand the trends driving demand for this new community and see it as the best option for retirement-age people."

The property will feature 185 total residences including a variety of studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. Most options come complete with full kitchens, walk-in closets, spacious bathrooms, glass- and metal-enclosed outdoor patios and individual washer/dryers. Suites will feature stainless-steel appliances, solid-wood cabinetry, CaesarStone countertops, Grohe fixtures and Porcelanosa tile.

Dining venues will include diverse fine dining, caf