Architecture · Interiors · Planning

Vivante on the Coast

Resort Living, Reimagined

Vivante on the Coast is a 194,500 SF, fully integrated senior living community designed to deliver a personalized, resort-style experience. Set on a 4.7-acre infill site in Costa Mesa, the 185-unit residence offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care within a cohesive environment that supports aging in place. Residents are able to remain in their chosen home as their needs evolve, with services brought directly to them, creating continuity, comfort, and long-term stability.

Designed Around the Resident

Licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE), the community is thoughtfully planned to accommodate residents of all mobility levels across every floor. A dedicated memory care neighborhood provides a secure, supportive setting with its own entry, dining, and activity spaces. Throughout the building, a wide range of amenities, including dining venues, wellness and fitness spaces, indoor pool, social lounges, golf simulator, bowling alley, and activity areas, support daily life while fostering connection, independence, and well-being.

Transforming Site into Place

Developed on a remediated brownfield site, the project transforms a previously underutilized property into a vibrant residential community. Outdoor courtyards and gathering spaces bring light and activity into the heart of the development, reinforcing a strong indoor-outdoor connection. The result is a place that feels both elevated and grounded, combining thoughtful planning, environmental responsibility, and a lifestyle-driven approach to senior living.

Client

Nexus Development

Location

Costa Mesa, California

Studio

Housing

Sector

Senior Living

project Size

195,000 SF / 185 Units

Recognition

  • BIASC SAGE Awards – Best Overall Senior Living Project
  • National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) – Gold Award, Best 50+ Assisted Living / Special Needs Community
  • National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) – Gold Award, Best of Seniors Housing for 50+ Market Rate Rental Community, On the Boards
  • National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) – Innovation Award for Best CCRC, On the Boards