Brookline, MA – Kisco Senior Living announced the opening of The Newbury of Brookline, a premier senior living community located in the historic Fisher Hill neighborhood.
This marks Kisco’s first senior living community in Massachusetts, offering residents a blend of comfortable elegance, quality care, and the five-star hospitality for which Kisco Signature is renowned. To mark this momentous occasion, the community will host founding members, local officials and invited guests for a ribbon cutting on December 9,
2024, at 2:00 PM.
Andy Kohlberg, Kisco Senior Living President and CEO, is optimistic about the future of the
community.
“We are excited to bring Kisco’s renowned approach to senior living to Massachusetts with the opening of The Newbury of Brookline. Our commitment to creating environments that foster meaningful connections, wellness, and personalized care is at the heart of this community,” says Kohlberg. “The Newbury exemplifies Kisco’s dedication to elevating the experience of senior living, and we are proud to open our doors in such a historically rich and vibrant neighborhood.”
The Newbury will provide exceptional care through spacious independent and assisted living residences as well as memory care suites. Additionally, residents will enjoy an array of allinclusive services, including chef-prepared meals designed to meet diverse dietary needs, a full calendar of life-enriching programs, and personalized concierge services. As with all Kisco communities, safety, peace of mind, and personal care are top priorities.
“What excites me most about The Newbury is the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with our residents. We are not just providing a place to live—we are creating a vibrant, supportive community where every individual feels seen and valued.” says Frances Bates, General Manager of The Newbury. “The combination of the historic community, exceptional care, and immersive programs will make The Newbury a place where our residents can truly flourish.”
Further, the community’s location provides residents with a unique lifestyle between city living and scenic serenity. With shared outdoor spaces, recreation areas, and other amenities, the community fosters meaningful connections between generations, echoing its former use as a college campus. Residents will enjoy the benefits of living in a tight-knit community within one of the region’s most picturesque settings.
The Newbury of Brookline’s exterior architecture is led by Robert A.M. Stern Architects
(RAMSA), as the design architect, in collaboration with Finegold Alexander Architects as the architects of record, with interior design by Pembrooke & Ives. At the heart of the community is the historic Mitton House, a mansion built in 1895 that once belonged to one of Boston’s most influential merchants and later housed Cardinal Cushing College and Newbury College.
“Brookline has been a place of distinguished design since the days when Frederick Law Olmsted and H.H. Richardson lived in the neighborhood,” said Sargent Gardiner, Partner at Robert A.M. Stern Architects (RAMSA). “Our design for The Newbury springs from this rich architectural context, emulating its variety, interaction with the landscape, and domestic feel.”
“We are thrilled to be part of Kisco’s Brookline project, where we developed a curated design integrating thoughtfully layered and uniquely themed amenity spaces that were inspired by Boston’s rich architectural history and maritime heritage,” said Aaron Dussair, Executive Vice President of Pembrooke & Ives. “Graceful millwork, timeless stone features, and classic detailing are interwoven throughout the spaces, reflecting the sophisticated elegance of Brookline’s historical homes. These nods to the past are balanced with modern touches, creating an atmosphere that is both luxurious and welcoming.”
The Newbury responds to the range of architectural styles that grace Fisher Hill. Rather than being stylistically rigid, the community is composed of a well-balanced mixture of architectural elements that carry forward the variety and continuity of the neighborhood’s own architecture.
“RAMSA has a rich history of creating exceptional shingle-style residential architecture, an experience we found essential in designing The Newbury,” said Paul Whalen, Partner at Robert A.M. Stern Architects (RAMSA). “The shingle style combines elements of classicism with loosely connected and often surprisingly juxtaposed masses, creating endless variety while maintaining a connection to recognizable residential themes. These elements, combined with large sheltering roofs and strong silhouettes gave us the tools to create a building with the variety of a village, allowing us to connect in scale and character with the houses that make up the surrounding Brookline neighborhood.”
The meticulous restoration of the Mitton House honors the rich architectural traditions of the Fisher Hill neighborhood, ensuring The Newbury harmonizes with the area’s historic character.
Unlike many senior living communities located on the outskirts of cities, The Newbury is
embedded in the heart of Fisher Hill, a neighborhood designed by the famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted in 1884.
“The Newbury project is a true testament to what is achievable through collaboration,” says
Ellen Anselone, Principal at Finegold Alexander Architects. “We are proud to be Architect-ofRecord for the first Kisco Senior Living community in Massachusetts, providing residents with an elegant and comfortable environment that seamlessly merges the modern new construction with the historic preserved 1895 Mitton House.”
As The Newbury prepares to open its doors on December 9, the excitement continues to build for what lies ahead. This grand opening marks not only the debut of Kisco Senior Living’s first community in Massachusetts but also the beginning of a new chapter in senior living for the Fisher Hill neighborhood. The team is eager to welcome the Brookline community to experience firsthand the warmth, care, and innovation The Newbury will bring for years to come.
