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.In the "VeHadarta" project, I chose to address the role of older adults within society and the urban landscape. I sought to examine how architecture can respond not only to the physical needs of seniors but also to issues of loneliness, social exclusion, and a lack of belonging and security. The chosen site is the former Egged central bus station complex in Bat Galim—a structure that has stood as a "white elephant" in the city for over twenty years. The complex is situated at the entrance to Haifa, within the Bat Galim neighborhood, an area currently undergoing urban renewal and development. The design features a mixed-use residential environment that integrates various apartment types tailored to seniors, alongside shared floors, cultural and leisure spaces, retail areas, a volunteer center, spaces for intergenerational activities, and a community garden. The connection between residential units and public spaces creates daily opportunities for social interaction, relationship-building, and the formation of a supportive community. This approach offers older adults more than just a place to live; it creates an environment that fosters independence, a sense of belonging, dignity, and a high quality of life.