Verdant Landscape Architecture worked with Procon Architects and the Shelter Group to design an independent and assisted living senior residence in Canton, Massachusetts.  The site was a former gravel pit with adjacent wetlands that constrained site development.  A critical element of the site design was wetland replication and restoration of barren expanses of the site remaining from gravel excavation and soil processing.  The landscape consists of extensive plantings of native vegetation beyond the drive and parking area, including a walking path for residents that traverses the restored native grass meadows and overlooks the new wetland pond for bird watching.  Two south facing courtyards are designed for independent living and assisted living residents, including garden space for residents, perennial beds, and both shaded and sunny seating areas.  An enclosed outdoor garden is also provided for Alzheimer and memory impaired residents.