Gabby Klein & Mikayla Wilson INT363 / Spring 2019
RESEARCH Defining Homelessness:
Things to Consider:
in need of a physical place of identity and security
Big Ideas:
stigmatization mental health - cycle of ignorance from society, “invisible” illness culture of materialism - we define ourselves by our belongings & social status - there is a human need for something concrete/physical that can validate our right to live, exist, and thrive within the community - disconnect between those with homes and those without emotions fear, unpredictability, loss of control, hunger, depression, addiction, a need to numb pain, vulnerability needs control, security, boundaries, respect, identity, accessibility, comfort
MASLOW’S HIERARCHY OF NEEDS desire to become the most
SELF that one can be ACTUALIZATION
ESTEEM LOVE & BELONGING SAFETY PHYSIOLOGICAL
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respect, self-esteem, status, recognition, strength, freedom friendship, intimacy, family, sense of connection personal security, employment, resources, health, property air, water, food, shelter, sleep, clothing, reproduction
Universal Design Program
elderly veterans physically disabled children adults mentally ill dogs / pets
Materiality
sleep natural / biophilic eat reclaimed / repurposed rest (lounge) durable yet cozy hygiene warm tones access to nature cleanable climate
The Point-In-Time Count taken in 2018 identified 6,298 homeless individuals in the region. Of this population, 2,618 were unsheltered and 3,680 were in shelter. This is a 12 percent increase from the region’s 2017 number of 5,605.
37 percent of Maricopa County’s homeless people are families, usually a single mom with kids. The Phoenix area ranks fifteenth highest in the U.S. for the number of homeless people in families. 2018 Unsheltered Count Map Maricopa Association of Governments
2018 Total Homeless Populations by Age
2018 Total Homeless Populations by Gender
2018 Total Homeless Populations by Race
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SITE Located in the Warehouse District of Downtown Phoenix, the SouthWest corner of 3rd St and Buchanan, the Historic Gerardo and Supermarket buildings represent Phoenix’s past through architecture. Authentic brick facades give the site an industrial edge, and proximity to the railroad and large-scale event spaces (Chase Field, Talking Stick Arena, Convention Center) are important to consider as far as accessibility and security of the property.
contextual site plan
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satellite site plan
View facing North on 4th St. - consider sight-lines onto property from surrounding buildings
South facing facade of Gerardo (left) and Supermarket (right) buildings
South facing facade of Supermarket building
South facing facade of Gerardo building
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TRANSITIONAL HOUSING PODS / Solution 1
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Gabby Klein
Individual Pod Features
Kitchen with microwave, sink, and small refrigerator - having a kitchen encourages cooking healthier plant-based foods
Tire wall offers a sustainable approach to insulation; surrounded by stucco made from local materials; also offers a unique texture and accent interior wall
Living space with storage bins and movable sofa for flexibility
Open shelving and rack for clothing
Clerestory windows on North and South walls to allow natural light with minor heat
Operable windows to allow for cross-ventilation Views of nature from all windows; landscaping outside bedroom offers privacy
Individual Pod Housing
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Family Pod Features
Kitchen with microwave, sink, oven/stove, and small refrigerator; having a kitchen encourages cooking healthier plant-based foods
Tire wall offers a sustainable approach to insulation; surrounded by stucco made from local materials; also offers a unique texture and accent interior wall
Living space with storage bins and movable sofa for flexibility
Open shelving and rack for clothing in both bedrooms
Second bedroom sleeps 2-3 (bunk beds, elevated platform floor with storage space underneath)
Clerestory windows on North and South walls to allow natural light with minor heat
Operable windows to allow for cross-ventilation
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Views of nature from all windows; landscaping outside bedroom offers privacy
Family Pod Housing
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Individual Pod North-Facing Section
Individual Pod South-Facing Section 8
Family Pod North-Facing Section
Family Pod South-Facing Section 9
TRANSITIONAL HOUSING PODS / Solution 2
Mikayla Wilson
Solution 2 aspires to design a functional, fiscally attainable, and healing space, inspired by flora of the Sonoran Desert. This is achieved through the minimization of square footage, thoughtful layout of a single wet wall, and the integration of elegant, but unassuming materials such as plywood, concrete and weathered iron, which creates foliage-like shadows in the interior. Parti Diagram
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Materiality
Family Pod North-Facing Section
Individual Unit Family Unit
Individual Pod Features
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Entry door with sidelight Operable window for thermal comfort and natural Light Small kitchenette with stove top, sink and under counter fridge Iron perforated panels Twin Bed with drawer storage underneath Small bathroom, fixtures share one plumbing wall for efficiency
Family Pod Features 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Entry door with sidelight Operable window for thermal comfort and natural Light Small kitchenette with stove top, sink and under counter fridge Iron perforated panels Built in storage bench seating and table Small bathroom, fixtures share one plumbing wall for efficiency Stacked bunk beds Shelving above bed for display of personal belongings and personalization of space 11
INTEGRATED SITE
Pods & Medical / Resource Center - Solution 1
The pods maintain a North/South orientation for ideal daylight without the extra heat. The shared tire walls between each collection of pods serves as insulation, as well as a planter to allow views of nature through each pod’s clerestory window. Desert landscaping is utilized across the site including gravel, concrete, trees (palo verde, mesquite, citrus), and indeginous cacti. A perforated iron fence along with bougainville surround the entire property, and divides the general courtyard from the pods for security purposes.
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Pods & Medical / Resource Center - Solution 2
The pods area arranged along a pathway to encourage movement an community connection along the residents. The buildings entrances Face North, to maximize soft light. Perforated panels on the west side, allow soft shadows to adorn the interior mimicking the patterns trees cast onto the ground. Abundant landscaping of native plans provide shade and texture onto the side and give residents a greater connection to the healing properties of nature.
MEDICAL AND RESOURCE CENTER Concept: the Nursing Tree When saguaro cacti are planted, they are an incredibly
vulnerable species. They are not equipped to survive in the sun and heat in the first years of their growth. For this reason, saguaros grow best under the protection of a nursing tree (often a Palo Verde or Mesquite) that provides shade, water, and general protection from the harsh climate. The nursing tree is able to selflessly provide for the saguaro until it is strong enough to thrive on its own within the landscape.
From this concept, the Saguaro Medical & Resource
Center strives to offer the same kind of protection and care to Phoenix’s homeless population. The facility offers medical services including general health, counseling, and dental, as well as resources such as showers, laundry, grooming, fresh food, and recreational skills training. Within the site there are also individual and family sized transitional housing pods. The facility serves as a place of refuge for those without a home, and becomes a positive focal point within the community that brings people together to help one another. 13
North Exterior Elevation - Historic Facade South-facing windows allow sufficient natural light without affecting the thermal comfort of the interior. Perforated exterior skin connects the two historic facades with an abstraction of the falling palo verde blossoms. The addition/insertion of the new middle structure respects the existing buildings with a two foot gap between each of them. The perforated iron skin provides visual continuity between the existing structures while adding an abstract elegance. It also signifies the primary entrance to the facility.
Enlarged Pattern - Exterior Skin / Perimeter Fence
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North Interior Section Notes: Plenum space for air/lighting/MEP; walls go all the way up to the floor above/roof to help with acoustics and follow HIPPA privacy standards Perimeter fence is made from the same exterior skin with organic perforations, with landscaping on either side. This allows for privacy and security of the property while maintaining a welcoming and authentic aesthetic.
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Overall Plan - Level 1
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Overall Plan - Level 2
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Reception
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Reception - Enlarged Plan
Reception - Enlarged RCP
The reception provides a sense of welcoming and refuge from the outdoors. Still, there is a strong connection to nature through the ample natural light and desert landscaping visible through the South-facing glazing. An exterior skin of iron with patina and perforations mimicking falling palo verde blossoms creates unique, ever-changing shadows inside. The exterior skin also allows for thermal comfort in the warmer parts of the day. Undulating wood wall and ceiling helps with acoustic control within this space. 19
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Enlarged Detail - Reception Desk
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Servery
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Servery - Enlarged Plan
Servery - Enlarged RCP
The Servery is a multi-functional space for all food related activities. Primarily, it serves as a cafeteria for residents of the pods and homeless individuals to have meals. These may be prepped in the semi-open kitchen by employees, community volunteers, or the residents themselves. Teaching residents to cook encourages health and self-sufficiency along with other skills. The pantry within the Servery allows for storage of dry-goods used in the kitchen, and often donated by community members. 23
Exam Rooms
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Medical Center - Enlarged Plan
Medical Center - Enlarged RCP
The Medical Center is a primary component of the facility, offering services including wellness checkups, general health, dental cleanings, and counseling. Physical health and mental health go hand in hand, which is a large part of the stigma surrounding homelessness. Individuals are able to restore both physical and mental health with the help of trained professionals and community resources.
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MATERIALS Reception
Servery
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white terrazzo maple (wood wall) rust/patina iron Dunn Edwards - Olive Martini Pallas Unraveled Upholstery - Ecru Knoll Atlas Upholstery - Cactus
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Mutina Tex Tile - yellow, white, grey Armstrong LVT - Buckhead Oak Savannah Sequel Quartz - Berkshire Taupe Pionite Laminate - Cool Autumn Night Dunn Edwards - Droplets Dunn Edwards - Spanish Olive
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Trikes Vinyl Wallcovering - Imprint, Bone Marmoleum Flooring - Piano, Frosty Grey Wilsonart Quartz - Rio Upano Pionite Laminate - Pearl of the Orient Dunn Edwards - Droplets Knoll Atlas Upholstery - Lemongrass
All material selections take into consideration healthcare requirements. Selections are bleach/easily cleanable, high in double-rubs, antimicrobial, and otherwise efficient within healthcare facilities. 26
FIXTURES & FURNISHINGS Lighting
Furniture
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trimless recessed downlight Rich Brilliant Winning Akoya pendant Amerlux Gruv 1.5� recessed linear Hightower Bulb Fiction pendant Eureka Mika pendant
All lighting fixtures are LED and are used to supplement the ample natural light within the space.
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Steelcase Circa Lounge System Steelcase Embold Collection - Bariatric Bench Steelcase Embold Collection Steelcase Cara Lounge Chair Steelcase Embold Collection Steelcase Mobile White Board
Seating options have arms and include bariatric options for accessibility. All furnishings are fairly mobile to encourage flexibility and reconfiguration of space 27