Artist Biography
Cora Shearer is a senior graduating from Endicott College with a Bachelor’s degree in interior architecture in Spring 2023. Throughout her time at Endicott, Cora has been recognized as a member of the Scholar’s Program as well as part of the Dean’s list every semester. Cora is a part of the Kappa Pi International Art Society, as well as a student member of the International Interior Design Association, IIDA, as she works toward a position in the design and architecture field. Despite the pandemic and travel restrictions, Cora was able to study abroad in Florence, Italy for a semester, where she was able to explore other cultures and learn about design from a new perspective. Cora hopes to work in the healthcare design field and is working towards NCIDQ and WELL AP certifications.
Thesis Abstract
Young adults are struggling with the transition to adulthood from a physical and mental health standpoint and are not the meeting recommended guidelines for a healthy lifestyle. Rather than reaching out to healthcare professionals, many are looking to social media for answers but are receiving potentially dangerous solutions from influencers who don’t have the proper background. LVNG provides a space for young adults to learn and practice healthy behaviors, as well as receive care for underlying conditions that could be causing problems. Open to the public, the facility houses a large-scale fitness center with various classes, open weight zones and personal training pods, a natural smoothie and protein shake cafe, a library for self-exploration and research, and an interactive education center with an open lecture space for presentations and guest speakers. With an added focus of bridging the gap between medical professionals to provide a holistic treatment plan for patients, LVNG combines Western medicine and Eastern practices to support young adults in many ways over the course of their journey. The facility also has a primary care suite, a combined physical therapy and chiropractic medicine suite, as well as suites for nutrition, spa and meditation, advocacy assistance, and talk therapy. LVNG provides a space for young adults to work on themselves and learn about sustainable practices to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
LVNG is a holistic sustainable medical wellness center with a focus on independent health advocacy for young adults. The goals of the facility are to support the physical and mental health of the users and ease the transition to adulthood through education and support.