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HANNAH FULLER INDS 480: CAPSTONE STUDIO PROFESSOR RYAN HANSON PROFESSOR CATIE PIZZICHEMI
FALL 2019 WINTER 2020
DISCOVERY
ARTICLES OF INSPIRATION
CASE STUDIES HOUSING FIRST
SUCCESS IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING What is Housing First?
- Prioritizes providing permanent housing to people experiencing homelessness - Housing First understands that people need basic necessities like food and a place to live - Then they can focus on secondary needs like getting a job, mental health, substance abuse, and budgeting
PRUITT IGOE AND CABRINI-GREEN FAILURES IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Pruitt Igoe - Saint Louis, Missouri (1954) - Cutting Costs - No investment in services - Parks and playgrounds sacrificed to budget constraints - Lack of maintenance - Buildings fall into disrepair - Increased criminal activity - Occupancy falls from 90 to 35% between 1950 and 60
Importance of Choice
- Forcing people to use services does not work - If people know that they have the choice to use them on their own time, people are more likely to use services - Housed individuals reported increased levels of autonomy and control over their life
Cabrini Green - Chicago, Illinois (1942-95)
- A symbol of hope for mitigating Chicago slums - Turned into a hub of crime - Rapid Deterioration - Gangs and drug dealers in public spaces - Lack of focus on services and care shown for residents
LITERATURE REVIEWS
LITERATURE REVIEWS
LITERATURE REVIEWS
LITERATURE REVIEW
PROJECT PROPOSAL
KEY QUESTIONS: How can we change the public’s perception of shelters and affordable housing and make them an asset to the city? How can we give back to the community of Lowell? What services can we offer that will also benefit the community? How can one housing model serve as a model for many more? What can we learn from precedents? How can a residence offer dignity to its inhabitants? How can we show that we care for residents through design?
Affordable housing for low-income and homeless persons that will offer social services, dining facilities, emergency shelter and community spaces.
SOLUTION: Permanent housing
- A long term solution to homelessness - Expanding to low-income individuals and families reduces disconnect between community and homeless individuals - More affordable to support homeless individuals in housing than living on streets - Permanent housing provides stability and offers individuals the help they need within on-site facilities - Housing First provides housing without prerequisites like sobriety for entry, instead focusing on housing as the first step to recovery
PROGRAM: Permanent Housing Single + Multi-Bedroom Units Low-Income Homeless
Temporary Housing
CHALLENGES TO ADDRESS: Addiction Mental Health Negative Stigma Unemployment Health Concerns Affordability
Bunk Rooms Emergency Shelter Bathing Facilities Laundry
Social Services Mental Health Substance Abuse Job Counseling Volunteer Program Walk-In Clinic Money Management
Dining Facilities Free to homeless Cafe open to public and residents
Community Spaces Socialization Spaces Community Garden Library and Computer Lab Community Kitchen
Retail Spaces Local Market Thrift Store Cafe/Coffee Shop
TYPOLOGY KEY TERMS: - Homelessness - Affordable Housing - Transitional Housing - Supportive Housing - Uplifting - Respect - Dignity - Community - Wellness
A HISTORY OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING: WHY DOES IT FAIL? LACK OF INVESTMENT AND UPKEEP - As seen in and Cabrini-Green, cities build housing and often let it fall into disrepair which leads to lack of occupancy and for housing to become hubs of criminal activity. MINIMAL FOCUS ON SERVICES - Housing is the first step to healing, but often individuals need more than just a place to call their own, they need mental health, substance abuse, and job counseling services as well. LACK OF DIGNITY AND RESPECT
DESIGN KEY TERMS: - Design for Dignity - Resilience - Social Integration - Passive Design - Flexibility - Privacy - Home - Universal Design - Revitalize
- When costs are cut for essential components like community spaces and social services, we are not showing that we care and if we don’t care about the people who need the most help, how can they reach out for help?
TYPICAL LOCATIONS: Urban settings Low-income areas Centralized to city for easy access
GOAL: Provide a dignified home to low-income and homeless persons by creating a community that instills pride and offers social services to help individuals get back on their feet.
CLIENT
WHAT IS HOUSING FIRST? A homeless assistance approach that prioritizes providing permanent housing to people experiencing homelessness Guided by the belief that people need basic necessities like food and a place to live before attending to other needs like: Getting a job Budgeting Attending to substance abuse Emphasizes client choice in the belief that exercising choice is likely to make a client more successful in maintaining housing and improving their quality of life
Services that End Homelessness
Does not require clients to graduate through a series of steps to gain housing or require participation in services - No prerequisites or conditions beyond the typical renter - Services are viewed as more effective when the client chooses to engage in them
MISSION STATEMENT
Lowell Transitional Living Center (LTLC) is a client centered emergency shelter for homeless adults dedicated to providing housing solutions, meals, and connections to community- based resources and support. LTLC has been providing shelter and care for 32 years in downtown Lowell.
OPERATION STRATEGIES - Case managers - Working with homeless individually, helping them through the process of attaining housing - Adapt individual service plan to each person’s needs - Mental health programs - Detox programs - Employment search - Health Care, on-site Clinic - Collaborate with Lowell Public Schools for GED - Money management program
Housing First saved Denver $17,858 per person over 2 years in these costs alone:
A person on LA’s Skid Row costs 5 times as much as one in Housing First: $3,000
$12,000 Pre-entry
Paramedics
Post-entry
$2,897 /month
$10,000
$2,000
$8,000
Public hospitals and clinics
$6,000
$4,000
$1,000
Private Hospitals $605 /month
Jail
$2,000
Welfare Services
Detox
Incarceration Emergency Outpatient Room
Inpatient
Homeless
Supportive Housing
ENVIRONMENTAL THEORIES PROSPECT AND REFUGE Prospect and Refuge Theory is informed by basic human psychological needs to provide environments that allow people to observe (prospect) without being seen (refuge). This is important when considering homeless users who are often used to park environments or spaces where they can observe their surroundings to ensure that they feel secure.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL THEORY Environmental Control Theory considers how users perceive control over their environment as well as how they can adapt to different environments. Providing users with personal space and an environment that they can control improves perceptions of the environment and gives a feeling of freedom. Providing users with personal spaces that they are able to modify to their needs improves their sense of freedom and dignity. Residential apartments will take into consideration flexibility and provide users with the ability to change how they use their living environment.
TERRITORIALITY Territoriality takes personal space into consideration by understanding how users take ownership of their surroundings to provide them with a level of comfort in a space of their own. This is a key concept instilled in the Emergency Shelter where users must feel secure in their living space and have storage for their personal belongings without fear of others invading their space.
USER-CENTERED RESEARCH
HOUSING APPROVAL
USER JOURNEY AWAIT HOUSING APPROVAL
REQUEST SUPPORT
POTENTIAL AND CURRENT RESIDENTS
REQUEST HOUSING ACCESSIBLE TO GENERAL PUBLIC
EMPLOYEE ACCESS
REQUEST SERVICES
PUBLIC LOBBY
USE BATHING FACILITIES
STAY IN TEMPORARY SHELTER
CASE MANAGER OFFICE
USE DINING FACILITIES
MENTAL HEALTH THERAPY SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT
WELLNESS WING
WALK-IN CLINIC
EMPLOYEE OFFICES
THRIFT STORE
EAT IN CAFE
USE SUPPORT SERVICES
LOCAL MARKET
RETAIL SECTION
USE COMMUNITY SPACES
LOUNGE SPACES
COMMUNITY GARDEN
GO TO APARTMENT
LIBRARY
RESIDENT LOBBY
USERS CAROLYN Age: 52 Homeless Status: 5 years - Chronic homeless Health: Struggles with bipolar, unmedicated Family: Parents and son passed away Afflictions: None Goals: Get herself out of the streets and into a home Location: Lowell, MA Education: High school education, Community college Job: Unemployed
JOSIAH, TRICIA, SHILOH Age: 31, 29, 2 Homeless Status: 14 months in a tent city Health: Josiah is recovering from a brain injury Family: Each other Afflictions: Tricia and Josiah are recovering heroin addicts Goals: Stay sober and get a permanent home for their son Location: Lawrence, MA Education: Vocational School, High School Education Job: Josiah works in an auto-body shop
ERIC Age: 24 Homeless Status: 4 years - Chronic homeless Health: Trust, anxiety, and anger issues Family: Parents passed away when he was 20 Afflictions: Alcoholic Goals: Have a bed to sleep in, go back to school Location: Lowell, MA Education: Vocational School, 2 years of classes at UMASS Job: Unemployed
INTROVERTED
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FREEDOM
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JOSIAH
INTROVERTED ANALYTICAL PASSIVE ORDER
Carolyn has been homeless for the last 5 years, but has struggled with it for more than 15 years, in and out of shelters without a consistent place to stay. Her parents and son passed away several years ago and since then, Carolyn has struggled with her grief, worsened by her bipolar that renders her depressed for long periods of time, unable to gain the energy to even sell the flowers she loves so much. She does her best to brighten other’s days by selling flowers to raise money for her basic necessities. Carolyn is a strong believer that she needs to get herself out of her homeless situation, but has struggled with the paperwork process required to get into many shelters or housing. Through Housing First, we hope to help get her into a permanent home.
Josiah, Tricia and Shiloh have been homeless for the last 14 months. Josiah and Tricia have been working towards sobriety for the last year and a half after Josiah lost his job due to his struggles with heroin. Their son keeps them motivated to work towards a brighter future and both have been sober for nearly two years, being the best parents possible to two year old Shiloh. Both have struggled to get permanent housing due to their status as a married couple, many shelters try to separate families, only allowing women and children into the shelter. Josiah and Tricia are reluctant to split up their family and have been living in a tent in a church parking lot for the last 14 months. Josiah is working a full time job now while Tricia stays with Shiloh during the day, they’re hoping to save up enough for a small apartment before winter.
TRICIA
EXTROVERTED CREATIVE ACTIVE FREEDOM
Eric has been couch-hopping for the last 4 years, on and off the streets without a consistent place to sleep. His parents passed away in a car crash during his sophomore year at UMASS Lowell, resulting in the loss of Eric’s home. He slept on his aunt’s couch inconsistently, but fell into alcoholism while coping with the loss of his parents, dropping out of school, and getting arrested after starting a fight leading his aunt to kick him out. Since then, Eric has been in and out of shelters, unable to get into many shelters in Lowell due to his battle with sobriety. He struggles to trust others after being rejected by his family and having negative experiences in the shelters. Eric has been trying to get a job, but with few resources to clean himself up, he has difficulty being hired by many businesses.
EMPLOYEES JULIE Age: 32 Health: Healthy Family: 2 Brothers, No parents around Afflictions: None Goals: Save up for a nicer apartment, help local homeless Location: Lowell, MA Education: Masters in Social Work from Merrimack College Job: Case Manager
DAMON Age: 47 Health: Healthy Family: Wife and 2 Children Afflictions: None Goals: Help his kids pay for college Location: Peabody, MA Education: Masters in Psychology from UMASS Boston Job: Psychologist
JAMES Age: 26 Health: Healthy Family: Older sister, single mother Afflictions: Recovering Alcoholic Goals: Make those he serves day a little brighter Location: Lowell, MA Education: High School, Associates Degree in Management Job: Dining Facilities Manager
INTROVERTED ANALYTICAL PASSIVE ORDER
INTROVERTED ANALYTICAL PASSIVE ORDER
INTROVERTED ANALYTICAL PASSIVE ORDER
EXTROVERTED CREATIVE ACTIVE FREEDOM
EXTROVERTED CREATIVE ACTIVE FREEDOM
EXTROVERTED CREATIVE ACTIVE FREEDOM
Julie is a 32 year old case manager who has been working for the Lowell Transitional Living Center since graduating with her Masters in Social Work from Merrimack College. After growing up in the foster care system with her two brothers, Julie found passion in helping others who have had similar experiences to her own. Julie understands the hardship that comes with not having a consistent home and has dedicated her career to helping homeless in the Lowell area find a permanent home.
Damon lives with his wife and two teenage daughters in Peabody and works in Lowell as a psychologist for the Lowell Transitional Living Center. Damon is a dedicated activist in the Lowell community, as he grew up in Lowell and watched the city develop over time. He has worked in a variety of environments, and most recently left his job at the Correctional Facility in Concord where he worked as a therapist for inmates with varying mental illnesses. He is hoping to find a new community at the Transitional Living Center and help those on the streets get back on their feet again.
James has worked for the Lowell Transitional Living Center for the last few years, having found them when he was attending AA meetings. After discovering the vibrant community of people who worked for the LTLC, James applied to the center as the facilities manager hoping to give back to the community that helped him regain his sobriety. James grew up in a modest home with his single mother and sister, often struggling to make ends meet. The LTLC has offered him a home in the new housing complex where he lives with his sister and mother, offering them the support that they gave him growing up.
LOWELL HOMELESSNESS STATISTICS WHEN ASSESSING COMMUNITY NEEDS IN LOWELL, CITIZENS REPORTED HOMELESSNESS AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING AS THE TOP NEED THE NEXT TOP NEEDS INCLUDED:
IN MASSACHUSETTS IF YOU MAKE MINIMUM WAGE ($12/HR) YOU WOULD HAVE TO WORK 91 HOURS PER WEEK TO AFFORD AN APARTMENT AT FAIR MARKET RENT
- Substance abuse services - Jobs that pay living wages - Mental health services - Access to transportation and nutritional food options
CURRENT FAIR MARKET RENT IS $1,865 / MONTH
12%
2016 HOMELESS PERSONS IN LOWELL
EMERGENCY SHELTER
TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
MASSACHUSETTS HAS THE 6TH HIGHEST HOMELESS RATE IN THE UNITED STATES AT 20,068
18%
Are chronically homeless
Are severely mentally ill
MORE THAN
20%
UNSHELTERED
33%
FEMALE
Have substance abuse problems
Are children under 18
MALE
22.4% OF LOWELL RESIDENTS LIVE BELOW THE POVERTY LINE 27.7% ARE UNDER THE AGE OF 18 75% OF STUDENTS IN LOWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FREE OR REDUCED
UNACCOMPANIED YOUTH AGE 18-24
LUNCH
46% OF LOWELL RESIDENTS ARE COST BURDENED BY HOUSING, PAYING MORE THAN A THIRD OF THEIR INCOME FOR RENT
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GENERAL USER SURVEY ATTITUDES TOWARDS HOMELESS
MOST COMMON WAYS TO ASSIST HOMELESS
DONATE
GIVE FOOD
GIVE MONEY
VOLUNTEER
DISDAIN SYMPATHY GUILT
OTHER METHOD
SADNESS DISCOMFORT WANT TO HELP, DON’T KNOW HOW
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8%
16%
24%
32%
40%
LIKELIHOOD OF SHOPPING IN A RETAIL COMPLEX LOCATED IN SAME VICINITY AS AFFORDABLE HOUSING COMPLEX
70% DEFINITELY WOULD PROBABLY WOULD
WOULD SHOP AT A STORE THAT EMPLOYED LOW-INCOME AND PREVIOUSLY HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS
MAYBE
THE REMAINING
PROBABLY NOT DEFINITELY NOT
30% REPORTED THAT THEY WOULD BE LIKELY TO SHOP THERE
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS HOMELESS AND PREVIOUSLY HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS
EMPLOYEES
Tell me about your life - whatever you feel comfortable sharing. Think about: How you got here? What have you felt? What have been your struggles? What would you change? Any other thoughts that come to mind.
How does the rapid-rehousing/housing first process work? How rapid is it? Are there long wait times? How do you determine who attains housing?
What is a typical day like for you?
What is it like to work at your current association?
If you could choose one word to describe the feeling of homelessness, which word would you choose?
What has been the most rewarding part of working here?
How did you attain housing? Did you receive any assistance?
Would you like to live in a permanent housing facility that offers social services and various amenities at no additional cost?
What would be your ideal living situation?
Can you tell me about your involvement and what daily tasks your job includes?
Which kinds of individuals do you see on a daily basis?
Which services do people use most often?
Are people generally accepting of help offered?
INTERVIEW ALAN - PREVIOUSLY HOMELESS INDIVIDUAL Tell me about your life - whatever you feel comfortable sharing. Homeless growing up in Louisiana from age 6 to 11 because his Dad left when he was 6 and mom went to prison. Went into foster care, but the parents were really only in it for the money so he ran away. Stayed in school and met a kid whose older brother sold drugs, and told him he could make money selling them. They let him sleep on the couch and he sold drugs to pay for things. Later on, his best friend’s family let him stay with them, but when they moved he wound up homeless again. He was working as a volunteer fire fighter from 21-22 when his friends left and ended up living out of his truck.
What is a typical day like for you? He lived out of his truck for a few years, working to save up so that he could get a place to live. He would shower at the gym and do laundry at his friend’s laundromat.
If you could choose one word to describe the feeling of homelessness, which word would you choose? Nerve-wracking, hopeless, it felt like an endless cycle that was impossible to escape from.
How did you attain housing? Did you receive any assistance? Worked a job to save up for housing. Had a case worker as a kid, but they never really listened to what he wanted as a kid. They placed him in foster care with a family that was only in it for the money. He got himself out of his situation by working.
Would you like to live in a permanent housing facility that offers social services and various amenities at no additional cost? He would have loved the opportunity to live in housing like that. Access to amenities and services, especially ones for job search would have been very beneficial.
What would be your ideal living situation? He would have been happy with anything when he was living out of his car. Ideally, a one bedroom with a kitchen, living room, and a backyard for his dog would have been perfect.
What is one thing you want people to understand about being homeless? It can be really frustrating and feel like everything is crashing down. Its hard to get a job because people take one look at you, especially if you’re unkempt and decide not to hire you; the first impression is the hardest one to make. He was lucky he had a gym membership, but its hard to not look homeless when you have no way to bathe and do laundry.
INTERVIEW JESSICA - STABILIZATION MANAGER FATHER BILLS AND MAINSPRING, BROCKTON, MA Can you tell me about your involvement and what daily tasks your job includes? Jessica works in the permanent supportive housing division of Father Bills and Mainspring. She is the Stabilization Manager and supervises the staff that work directly with residents. They help people with whatever needs they have whether it be getting into permanent housing or they need additional support to pay rent. The staff helps stabilize the people in housing through helping with substance abuse, mental health, making medical appointments, or even teaching basic skills like cleaning.
How does your housing process work? They ask a lot of questions at intake, along with a packet that requires basic info and questions about their situation. After settled in the shelter for about a week, they give out a survey that asks a lot of intense situational questions and helps Father Bills understand the severity of their situation. Results are ranked on a numeric scale, with a 10 on the questionnaire prioritizing those who need permanent supportive housing. As housing becomes available they place people based on fit, reviewing results weekly to place people in open apartments. They heavily consider fit and the amount of support a resident would need when placing them in residences - considering 24 hour staffed facilities versus daytime staff apartments. If a score falls under a 10, they are not prioritized for housing, but are still assisted through other means such as helping to attain housing or by offering support services.
Can you tell me about how the rapid rehousing program works? They try to place people housing as quickly as possible, but it depends on the individual’s circumstances. They move people as spaces are available, but circumstances like an individuals mobility, or substance abuse may change length of process. They don’t have a normal wait-list for the process, instead keeping track of people in the shelter by administering the survey that ranks the severity of homelessness.
What is it like to work at your current association?
It can be a lot, but every so often you see someone who has been sheltered for a long time move into housing and get stabilized which is rewarding. Jessica stresses self-care when her staff isn’t at work
Do you find that people maintain housing?
People tend to maintain housing permanently. The only reason they move out of PSH is if they can live without the support and are ready to move on. They can live there as long as they would like, but as people use services, the staff makes an effort to slowly wean people off of services so that they can support themselves. The services will always be there should they need them.
What has been the most rewarding part of working here? It can be mentally taxing, Jessica encourages self-care to her staff when not working to maintain positivity. Jessica explained that after watching someone go through so much, that moment that they get their apartment key and a place to call their own is the most rewarding.
Where does the majority of your funding come from?
Money from the state and from their annual fundraiser. They also receive donations from people who give when they can, along with a lot of grants that help support facilities.
INTERVIEW MASSACHUSETTS COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS LYNN, MA How does the rapid-rehousing/housing first process work? How rapid is it? Are there long wait times? How do you determine who attains housing? A unique component of HomeLink is that by being on-site at community health centers, public schools and non-profits, offers families and individuals the opportunity to meet directly with an Advocate where they are already receiving services. HomeLink is a key resource for Doctors, nurses, social workers and nonprofit staff to refer their patients, students and clients to get the support they so desperately need. The key is meeting with them one-on-one, quickly, efficiently with the overarching goal of keeping people housed. HomeLink Advocates have up-to-date information on resources and supports available on both state and local levels, benefits eligibility, the affordable housing process and the distribution of material needs such as clothing and furniture. Advocates take the time to do a comprehensive assessment which gives a detailed understanding of the instability the household is currently facing. They are then able to identify the barriers that are faced in maintaining their housing and begin to chart a plan on what steps are needed to resolve the immediate crisis. After the crisis is addressed, a plan to maximize income is devised. This includes eligibility for benefits programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled, and Children (EAEDC), Social Security, rent assistance programs (such as Residential Assistance for Families in Transition, RAFT), utility discounts, fuel assistance, and free cell phone programs. HomeLink also helps in applying for affordable housing, including elderly housing. Each client is assigned to a Housing Advocate who works in partnership with them to apply to all available privately and publicly subsidized units that fit within their budget. Advocates then work with the client to collect the required information, complete the applications and send them to the proper housing authorities which has proven to be a vital area of assistance.
What is it like to work at your current association? The Coalition is a supportive environment and is continuously is looking for ways to assist staff in their work.
What has been the most rewarding part of working here? Being part of looking at systemic state wide plans that can assist in homeless prevention, housing and benefit programs.
Can you tell me about your involvement and what daily tasks your job includes? Over seeing the HomeLink and working with advocates
Which kinds of individuals do you see on a daily basis? Homeless, low-income, those with mental health issues, disabled individuals, people seeking refugee from unhealthy living environment, homeless youth.
Which services do people use most often? Housing assistance.
INTERVIEW CINDY - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CHATHAM SAVANNAH AUTHORITY FOR THE HOMELESS How does your housing process work?
They don’t have rapid-rehousing because they do not have enough housing to rapid rehouse. Coordinated entry process for homeless population - higher score for permanent house
What kinds of things qualify a person for housing?
They use the continuum of care across country and customize it by the area’s needs. Savannah is the lead for the country. They try to house the chronically homeless first, based on the results of their assessment and what is available. Housing First continuum of care is the lead agency, their process is better with the Housing First process now than when they started pushing 5 years ago. Helped generate a better understanding of why they would house the most difficult to serve first for the public. Spent time in community to help us understand the effect economically as tax payers. Homeless use all the most expensive services and we as taxpayers we pay for it, housing first reduces that cost.
Do you find that people maintain housing?
Cindy said that they are getting really good at making people stay in housing - it is a top priority - makes no sense to have them back on the streets after putting in the work. She admits that it can be a struggle sometimes as some struggle to care for themselves in housing, but they make sure to assist residents throughout the process whether it be financial or teaching skills like cleaning. They make accommodations for residents, understanding that they cannot be fixed, and instead figuring out how to work with each individual’s needs.
Are there long wait times?
Right now its years to wait for housing. They had almost 15,000 people on the waitlist last she looked. For homeless population there’s a priority for chronic homeless - other homeless who aren’t chronic probably wont get in at all.
Do you offer social services?
They have case managers who work directly with homeless on streets and in residences. They also lend them out to other agencies to push expectations and values for Housing First beyond Chatham county. They’ve gotten really good at social service and mental health care referrals and have a variety of people in the community to assist with clients. In their Tiny House Project for homeless veterans, they built a house just for a clinic as well as therapy offices that the residents of the Tiny Houses can use. It is nondescript and helps residents feel more dignified about using the services.
How is the adjustment period after moving people into housing?
The Veteran Tiny House move in was smoother than anticipated. They had about 6 months warning that they were going to placed in housing in which they took the time to prepare residents by teaching about living small to help them limit their belongings. She said they had some individuals who were hoarders and collected items off of the street and they were excluded from the tiny house project due to the fact that the adjustment would have been too difficult. They also did nutrition training to teach people about cooking and skills, especially as many of them were used to canned food from the food bank. At this point, about 6 months after move in, residents are on the let down - realizing that maybe they need a job, or mental health care, etc.
What has been the most rewarding part of working here?
The best day was July first 100+ degrees, when the first 10 residents showed up and they handed them their house and mailbox keys. They all had big smiles, checked their mailbox, ran to their units and closed the door to sit in the AC. Despite the heat it was the best feeling and day. It was a quiet move in with no media, and Cindy admitted she didn’t see the residents for 3-4 days as they basked in their newfound home and air conditioning.
Where does the majority of your funding come from?
Funding comes from a combination of individuals, businesses and foundations. They’ve received 120,000 from Home Depot Foundation, 200,000 from Nine Line, a major donor gave 200,000, etc. Most of their funding is “a little here, a little there.” The government denied them more funding and doesn’t offer a lot of support.
SITE & BUILDING ANALYSIS
LOCATION: LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA SIZE: 95,000 SQ.FT. YEAR: 2014 COST: $19.3 MILLION ARCHITECT: MICHAEL MALTZAN ARCHITECTURE SUSTAINABILITY: LEED PLATINUM
PRECEDENT STUDIES STAR APARTMENTS
OFFICE SPACE OFFICE SPACE
LOBBY
LOBBY
DINING
DINING
PATIO
PATIO
CLINIC
CLINIC
1 MAIN ENTRANCE
4 HOUSING FOR HEALTH OFFICES
6 PATIO
9 LIBRARY
2 LOBBY
5 PARKING
7 EXERCISE
10 ART
8 DINING/KITCHEN
11 GARDEN
3 HEALTH CLINIC
GROUND LEVEL - “PUBLIC HEALTH ZONE” 15,000 SQ FT WELLNESS CENTER - INCLUDES HEADQUARTERS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: HOUSING FOR HEALTH DIVISION - BUILT IN EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING
SECOND LEVEL
- “COMMUNITY AND WELLNESS” - BUILT ATOP EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING - OPEN TERRACES AND COMMUNITY GARDEN
12 APARTMENTS 0
30 FT
THIRD-SIXTH LEVELS - “TERRACED RESIDENCES” - 102 PREFABRICATED APARTMENTS - 35’ x 10’ APARTMENTS - OPEN AIR HALLWAYS
CURITY
5. OPEN AIR CORRIDORS
4. MODULAR UNITS
KENNELS 3. COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
BEDROOM
MODULAR APARTMENT LAYOUT: INCLUDES KITCHEN, BATHROOM, AND BEDROOM 350 SQUARE FEET
ORAGE
PING IONS
BUILDING PROGRAM:
2. VERTICAL CIRCULATION
1. STREET LEVEL RETAIL
BATHROOM
KITCHEN
- LOBBY - STREET LEVEL RETAIL - HEALTH CLINIC - GARDEN - HOUSING FOR HEALTH OFFICES - LIBRARY - ART SPACES - APARTMENTS - PATIO SPACE - EXERCISE - DINING FACILITIES
LOCATION: DALLAS, TEXAS SIZE: 75,000 SQ.FT. YEAR: 2010 ARCHITECT: OVERLAND PARTNERS SUSTAINABILITY: LEED SILVER
PRECEDENT STUDIES THE BRIDGE
INTERIM HOUSING LIVE/WORK HOUSING CLINIC
PUBLIC SPACES
RESIDENT COURTYARD STORAGE AND SECURITY
CLINIC MAIN COURTYARD DINING FACILITIES
SLEEPING PAVILION
STREET VIEW - CLINIC AND LIVING FACILITIES
SLEEPING PAVILION
BATHING FACILITIES
SUSTAINABLE FEATURES
- Green roof, grey water recycling system, natural daylighting
SUCCESS
- Chronic homelessness reduced by 56% - Local crime reduced by 20% - A point of pride in the community - Largest and most comprehensive facility in the country - a national model
MAIN COURTYARD
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INTERIM HOUSING
LIVE/WORK HOUSING
Room layouts offer privacy to clients, providing a personal space with a bed, desk, and storage for personal belongings. Shared rooms have a division between the two beds, and additional space on either side of the desks.
WOMENS SERVICES
SECURITY
STORAGE
LIBRARY CASE OFFICES
SLEEPING PAVILIONS
PHYSICAL HEALTH CARE
TRAINING ROOMS
KENNELS
LOBBY
RECEPTION/ COMMON AREAS
LOBBY
RESIDEN DINING
NON-RESIDENT DINING
RESIDENT DINING
WOME SERVI
TRAINING ROOMS
MENTAL HEALTH CARE
PHYSICAL HEALTH CARE
- Dormitories - Physical and mental health facilities - Child care - Legal Offices - Counseling Areas - Recreation Center - Pet Shelter - Laundry Facilities - Library - Dining Pavilion with Green Roof
ROOM LAYOUTS
MENTAL HEALTH CARE
PROGRAM
KITCHEN
SHOWERS/ TOILETS
GENERAL USER RESIDENT
SITE ANALYSIS
491 DUTTON STREET LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS
A recently renovated mill building that was purchased by the American Textile Museum and converted into a mixed-use condo and office development in 2013. The Textile Museum has since been closed and remains unoccupied space, awaiting a new life.
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BUILDING ANALYSIS
SUN PATH AND FENESTRATIONS The east facade will receive morning light while the south receives afternoon sunlight with a sunset view on the western rooftop deck.
NORTH
WEST
7 PM
Typical Window Sizes 8’
6’ 8’
4’
5’
3’ 4’
10’
10’
10’
10’
10’
8’
6’ 8’
5 AM
7’
SOUTH 4’
5’
EAST
3’
WINTER 4’
10’
ROOF 68’ 0”
10’
10’
10’
10’
7’
8’
10’
LEVEL 5 53’ 4”
LEVEL 4 40’ 0”
LEVEL 3
4’
26’ 8”
4’ 10’
LEVEL 2 13’ 4”
6’
6’ 8’
4’ 6”
10’ 4’
6’
4’ 6”
6’ 8’
-5’ 0”
7’
4’
0’ 0”
LEVEL 1
10’
9’ 6”
GROUND LEVEL
9’ 6”
10’ 7’
FRONT ENTRANCE: EAST ELEVATION
SUMMER
BUILDING ANALYSIS EXISTING ZONES
RESIDENTIAL UNITS RESIDENTIAL UNITS
RENTABLE OFFICE SPACE
RENTABLE OFFICE SPACE
MUSEUM UNIT
RESTAURANT
OPEN BELOW
MAIN LOBBY
RENTABLE RETAIL SPACE
LEVEL 1 PLAN
LEVEL 3 PLAN
LEVEL 2 PLAN
38,900 SQ FT
32,200 SQ FT
32,200 SQ FT
RENTABLE OFFICE SPACE
RESIDENTIAL UNITS
RESIDENTIAL UNITS
RESIDENTIAL UNITS
MUSEUM UNIT
MUSEUM UNIT
FIRE STAIR
SECONDARY STAIR
LEVEL 4 PLAN
31,000 SQ FT
LEVEL 5 PLAN
31,000 SQ FT
ELEVATOR
BUILDING ANALYSIS COLUMN GRID
TOTAL BUILDING AREA: 165,000 SQ FT
BUILDING ENVELOPE
COLUMN GRID
LOAD-BEARING WALLS
COLUMN
37’
25’
25’
14’ 6” 12’
21’
21’
22’
22’
24’
24’
10’ 6”
13’ 6”
10’ 6”
10’ 6”
10’ 6”
10’ 6”
11’
10’ 3’
11’
11’
10’
10’ 3”
11’
10’ 3”
10’ 6”
10’ 3”
10’ 6”
10’ 8”
11’
10’
10’
11’
11’
11’
10’
10’
11’
10’ 3”
10’ 6”
11’ 10’ 3”
LEVEL 1
LEVELS 2 - 5
PROGRAMMING Space Category
Space
User Group
# of Units
Residents Single Person or Couple
Residential
Residential Lobby 1 Bedroom Apartment 2 Bedroom Apartment 3 Bedroom Apartment 4 Bedroom Apartment Laundry Facilities Lounge Community Kitchen Library/Computer Lab
1 40 20 20 15 3 6 2 1
Space Size (S,M,L, XL) M M M M M S M S L
Check‐in Lobby Bunk Rooms Bathing Facilities Laundry Facilites Dining Facilities Full Service Kitchen Locker/Storage Space Community Space
Staff, Homeless Users
1 50 2 1 1 1 1 2
L S S S L M S M
1 1 1 1 2 1
L L L L S L
Emergency Shelter
Public Retail Sector
Wellness Center
Public Lobby Café Local Market Thrift Store Public Restrooms Child Care Center
Families (Residents)
Residents
Homeless Users
Residents, Staff, and Homeless
General Public, Staff, Residents Residents + Public
Office Space
General Public/Tenants
Employee Offices Therapy Rooms Group Therapy Conference Rooms Waiting Room/Socialization space Bathrooms Clinic
Staff
Staff, Residents, General Public
Combined/ Adjacent Conjoined bdrm units that can be combined if needed
Key Program Space? x x x x x x x
4
S S S S
1
M
2 1
S XL
Design one or a few units to show general design
Lounge/Kitchen per floor
x
Work Together
x
x
Adjacent/Open to each other
x x
Market w/ Café Component + Full service kitchen
Rentable office spaces support building costs
M‐L 20 15
Notes
Group therapy/ conference rooms
x
x
SPACE DESIGNATION Occupancy Type
Zone
A‐2
R‐2
Space Residential Lobby
Residential
1 Bedroom Apartment 2 Bedroom Apartment 3 Bedroom Apartment 4 Bedroom Apartment Laundry Facilities Lounge Community Kitchen Library/Computer Lab
A‐2 R‐1 A‐2 R‐1 A‐2
M
Public Retail Sector
Natural light
Built in bunks Sink counters Washing machines, dryers, counter Table seating, built in and freestand Commercial Kitchen Built in lockers Variety of seating
Natural light, near entrance
Public Lobby
Search directory
Basic seating area
Natural light
Café
Eat, hang out in
Seating and kitchen, ordering counter
Local Market
Shop for groceries Shop for clothes, thrifted items/furniture
Food displays, check out clothing displays, item shelving, check out desk Toilets, counter with sinks
Thrift Store
E B
B
Employee Offices Therapy Rooms Group Therapy Rooms Conference Rooms Socialization Space Bathrooms
I‐2
Located on each floor, natural light
Bunk Rooms Bathing Facilities Laundry Facilites Dining Facilities Full Service Kitchen Locker/Storage Space Community Space
Public Restrooms Child Care Center Office Space
Wellness Center
Adjacencies/Physical Resources Private Entrance with security, natural light Natural light Natural light Natural light Natural light
Request housing, check into shelter, request services Sleep Bathe Wash and dry clothes Eat meals, socialize Cook meals 12 hours/day Store items Socialize, play games
Check‐in Lobby
Emergency Shelter
Activities Millwork/Furniture Needs Scan into apartments, check in at Front desk front desk, sit in lobby Sleep, cook, spend time in, bathe Kitchen, bathroom Sleep, cook, spend time in, bathe Kitchen, bathroom Sleep, cook, spend time in, bathe Kitchen, bathroom Sleep, cook, spend time in, bathe Kitchen, bathroom Wash and dry clothes Washing machines, dryers, counter Spend time with others in building, Built in tv/shelving units watch tv, play games Cook meals with friends, cooking Kitchen lessons Read books, use computers, job Bookshelves, computer tables search, retreat
Clinic
Child care, activities
Front desk, waiting area
Meet with clients, office tasks Meet with clients Group therapy sessions, AA/NA Flexible conference tables and chairs meetings, staff meetings, etc Socialize, spend time with others, variety of seating meet with case worker Use bathrooms Sinks, toilets Receive treatment, meet with Private rooms and public clinic space doctor
Private Entrance Adjacent
Adjacent to bunk rooms Near entrance, open
Adjacent, Natural light, Off of lobby Adjacent to lobby Adjacent to lobby Adjacent to lobby, natural light Separate hall entrance off of lobby
Combined spaces, natural light Natural light
Natural light ‐ private/filtered
SPACE CALCULATIONS #
SPACE
Occupancy Type (Class)
# OCCUPANTS (load factor)
FLOOR AREA PER OCCUPANT (Pg. 89, Codes Book)
TOTAL S.F. PER UNIT (occupant load x load factor = unit square footage)
# OF UNITS
TOTAL UNIT S.F.
(total s.f. per unit + # of units)
Residential
PERCENTAGE OF SPACE 42%
1
Resident Lobby
2
B
20
100
2000
1
2000
1%
1 Bedroom Apartment
2
200
400
40
16000
10%
3
2 Bedroom Apartment
3
200
600
20
12000
7%
4
3 Bedroom Apartment
4
200
800
20
16000
10%
5
4 Bedroom Apartment
5
200
1000
15
15000
9%
6
Community Kitchen
15
100
1500
3
4500
3%
7
Lounge
25
15
375
4
1500
1%
8
Library / Computer Lab
50
50
2500
1
2500
2%
R‐2
A‐3
Emergency Shelter 9
Check in Lobby
10
Bunk Rooms ‐ Temp Shelter
11
Bathing Facilities/Locker Room
12
17% 20
100
2000
1
2000
1%
4
50
200
50
10000
6%
10
50
500
2
1000
1%
Laundry Facilities
12
100
1200
4
4800
3%
13
Community Space
100
15
1500
2
3000
2%
14
Full Service Kitchen
10
200
2000
1
2000
1%
15
Dining Facilities
300
15
4500
1
4500
3%
R‐1
A‐2
Wellness Center
11%
16
Private Offices
2
100
200
20
4000
2%
17
Therapy Rooms
2
100
200
15
3000
2%
18
Group Therapy Rooms
15
50
750
4
3000
2%
19
Clinic
30
100
3000
1
3000
2%
20
Restrooms
50
15
750
2
1500
1%
21
Waiting area
30
100
3000
1
3000
2%
B
Public Retail Sector 22
Public Lobby
23
Local Market
24
Market Storage
25
Thrift Store
26
Child Care Center
27
Rentable Office Space
28
Full Service Kitchen
29
Café Space
30
Restrooms
23% A‐2
50
15
750
1
750
0%
60
60
3600
1
3600
2%
2
300
600
1
600
0%
25
60
1500
1
1500
1%
E
35
35
1225
1
1225
1%
B
80
100
8000
3
24000
15%
20
200
4000
1
4000
2%
50
15
750
1
750
0%
50
15
750
2
1500
1%
M
A‐2 M
PROGRAM
0.40 RESIDENTIAL
0.35
38%
TOTAL BUILDING AREA: 165,000 SQ FT
0.40 50%
0.30
- INCLUDES ONE, TWO, AND THREE BEDROOM UNITS - ONE BEDROOM: 400 SQ FT - TWO BEDROOM: 600 SQ FT - THREE BEDROOM: 800 SQ FT - LOUNGE SPACE ON EACH FLOOR - COMMUNITY KITCHEN PER FLOOR CIRCULATION - LAUNDRY ROOM PER FLOOR - LIBRARY AND COMPUTER LAB
WELLNESS CENTER - 18,150 SQ FT RESIDENTIAL
6%
38%
- EMPLOYEE OFFICES - CASE MANAGERS - THERAPISTS - MANAGEMENT - THERAPY SPACES - INDIVIDUAL - GROUP THERAPY EMERGENCY - CLINIC SHELTER - LOBBY/WAITING AREA
18%
WELLNESS CENTER
11%
PUBLIC RETAIL - 46,200 SQ FT - PUBLIC LOBBY - MARKET - CAFE - THRIFT STORE - CHILD CARE CENTER - RENTABLE OFFICE SPACES
0.35
EMERGENCY SHELTER
CIRCULATION
LIBRARY
RESIDENTIAL - 62,700 SQ FT
6%
11%
0.25 0.20
PUBLIC RETAIL SECTOR
CIRCULATION
28%
0.15
CIRCULATION
- INCLUDES BUNKS FOR 200 PERSONS 28% - 50 - 4 PERSON UNITS
30%
COMMUNITY KITCHEN
0.20
3 BEDROOM UNITS
RESTROOMS SERVICE KITCHEN
- BED, DESK, PERSONAL STORAGE - LOCKER ROOM AND BATHING FACILITIES - COMMUNITY SPACES - DINING FACILITIES
CIRCULATION DINING FACILITIES
20%
0.15
KITCHEN 2 BEDROOM UNITS
- MEP SPACE - ELEVATORS, STAIRS, CIRCULATION
RENTABLE OFFICE SPACE
COMMUNITY SPACE CIRCULATION
0.10 0.05
SOCIALIZATION SPACE
LAUNDRY ROOM
RESTROOMS
10%
CIRCULATION - 9,900 SQ FT
LOCKER ROOM
CLINIC
1 BEDROOM UNITS BUNK ROOMS STUDIO UNITS
0.00 0%
3B
2B
0.05
1B
STU
CAFE
PUBLIC RETAIL EMERGENCY SHELTER - 29,700 SQ FT SECTOR - CHECK-IN LOBBY
CO
0.10
LIBRARY LOUNGES
0.25
L
18%
WELLNESS CENTER
40%
0.30
CIR
LOBBY
RESIDENTIAL
EMERGENCY SHELTER
CHILD CARE
THERAPY ROOMS
THRIFT STORE
OFFICES
STORAGE
LOBBY/WAITING AREA
LOBBY
GROUP THERAPY
WELLNESS CENTER
MARKET PUBLIC LOBBY
PUBLIC RETAIL
0.00
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT & SCHEMATIC DESIGN
KEY EXPERIENCES
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AL RD TH AB SERV CO LE ICES UR HE A AG LTH CAR EU E FOR SE COMMUNITY OF RE P U DU BLIC SERVI CE CES IN CO TAX MMUNITY -MO NEY SPEN T ON E MERGENCY S ERVICES
G IN S US G O FE IN RY H A S A R S U MPO HO PROVIDE TE ITH NT W E N S A ET PERM TRE AY TO S W H T A N P I PROVIDE S ELES HOM R O F CARING REDUCE COSTS OF
EMERGENC
H
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MOMENTUM CENTER
R
H
ES
AF
FO
RESIDENTS GAIN INDEPE NDEN CE A ND ARE IMPROVE QUAL ITY OF AB LIFE LE AND TO ACC GI GETTING PEO VE E PLE O SS BA TO FF O FS RE CK TR SO EE HOUS UR ING C T
MELESSNESS ARDS HO A TOW M G I ST ITY’S LOY RESIDENTS UN M D EMP OM S AN T C S O E GC OV OMMUNITY DN L I PR G IN C BU RIN IM B T R LE PO NTAB /RE L I TA PACE S RE
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CONCEPT IDEATION
NARRATIVE
Each client is one small pebble dropped into an ocean that has the power to make a larger impact by first making choices that better their own life. Ripples begin on the individual level by requesting services, support, and housing then gain momentum as individuals become more involved in the community. Momentum Center offers opportunities for clients to give back to Lowell by entering the workforce, volunteering, or becoming involved in local events, allowing them to grow into swells, able to navigate the world independently.
THE RIPPLE 1 INDIVIDUAL RECEIVES A HOME 1
2
3
4
2 SEEKS ASSISTANCE 3 TRANSITION TO SELF-SUFFICIENCY 4 COMMUNITY BENEFIT
AS WAVES ARE FORMED BY WINDS, THEY GAIN MOMENTUM AND DEVELOP INTO SWELLS THAT ARE INDEPENDENT OF THE WIND AND ABLE TO TRAVEL THOUSANDS OF MILES PROPELLED BY THEIR OWN ENERGY.
AS HUMANS, WE ALL MAKE SMALL RIPPLES BASED ON THE DECISIONS WE MAKE, MOMENTUM CENTER IS THE WIND THAT WILL HELP CLIENTS CHANGE THE TRAJECTORY OF THEIR LIFE AND REGAIN THEIR FOOTING.
THE RIPPLE
THE WAVE
THE SWELL
The ripple that begins the movement
Propelled by wind, the wave gains momentum
The swell gains independence from the wind, fueled by its own energy
REVISED PROGRAM #
SPACE
Occupancy Type (Class)
# OCCUPANTS (load factor)
FLOOR AREA PER OCCUPANT (Pg. 89, Codes Book)
TOTAL S.F. PER UNIT
(occupant load x load factor = unit square footage)
# OF UNITS
TOTAL UNIT S.F.
(total s.f. per unit + # of units)
Residential
PERCENTAGE OF SPACE
# OF WATER CLOSETS MALE
FEMALE
2
2
29%
1
Resident Lobby
2
B
20
100
2000
1
2000
1%
Studio Apartment
1
200
400
4
1600
1%
3
1 Bedroom Apartment
2
200
400
33
13200
8%
4
2 Bedroom Apartment
3
200
600
24
14400
9%
5
3 Bedroom Apartment
4
200
800
6
4800
3%
6
Community Kitchen
15
100
1500
4
6000
4%
7
Lounge
25
15
375
7
2625
2%
8
Library / Computer Lab
75
50
3750
1
3750
2%
R‐2
A‐3
Emergency Shelter 9
Check in Lobby
10
Bunk Rooms ‐ Temp Shelter
11
Bathing Facilities/Locker Room
12
1 Bathroom per apartment
2
2
3
3
17% 20
15
300
1
300
0%
2
50
500
20
10000
6%
10
50
500
2
1000
1%
Laundry Facilities
12
100
1200
7
8400
5%
13
Community Space
100
15
1500
2
3000
2%
14
Full Service Kitchen
10
200
2000
1
2000
1%
15
Dining Facilities
200
15
3000
1
3000
2%
R‐1
A‐2
Wellness Center
1 Per room
5
5
3
3
5
5
9%
16
Private Offices
2
100
200
10
2000
1%
17
Therapy Rooms
2
100
200
10
2000
1%
18
Group Therapy Rooms
15
50
750
4
3000
2%
19
Clinic
30
100
3000
1
3000
2%
20
Restrooms
50
15
750
2
1500
1%
21
Waiting area
30
100
3000
1
3000
2%
B
Public Retail Sector 22
Public Lobby
23
Local Market
24
Market Storage
25
Thrift Store
26
Child Care Center
27
Rentable Office Space
28
Full Service Kitchen
29
Café Space
30
Restrooms
23% A‐2
50
15
750
1
750
0%
60
60
3600
1
3600
2%
2
300
600
1
600
0%
25
60
1500
1
1500
1%
E
50
35
1750
1
1750
1%
3
3
B
80
100
8000
3
24000
15%
3
3
20
200
4000
1
4000
2%
50
15
750
1
750
0%
25
15
375
2
750
0%
Use lobby restrooms
Use lobby restrooms
M
A‐2 M
REVISED PROGRAM Space Category
Space
User Group
# of Units
Residents
Residential
Residential Lobby Studio Apartment 1 Bedroom Apartment 2 Bedroom Apartment 3 Bedroom Apartment Laundry Facilities Lounge Community Kitchen Library/Computer Lab
1 4 33 24 6 6 7 4 1
Space Size (S,M,L, XL) M M M M M S M S XL
1 20 2 1 1 1 1 2
L S S S XL M S M
1 1 1 1 2 1
L L L L S L
Emergency Shelter
Public Retail Sector
Wellness Center
Check‐in Lobby Bunk Rooms Bathing Facilities Laundry Facilites Dining Facilities Full Service Kitchen Locker/Storage Space Community Space Public Lobby Café Local Market Thrift Store Public Restrooms Child Care Center
Single Person or Couple Families (Residents)
Residents
Staff, Homeless Users Homeless Users
Residents, Staff, and Homeless
General Public, Staff, Residents Residents + Public
Office Space
General Public/Tenants
Employee Offices Therapy Rooms Group Therapy Conference Rooms Waiting Room/Socialization space Bathrooms Clinic
Staff
Staff, Residents, General Public
Combined/ Adjacent
Key Program Space? x x x x
Design one or a few units to show general design
x x
Lounge/Kitchen per floor
x
Work Together
x
x
Adjacent/Open to each other
x x
2
S S S S
1
M
2 1
S XL
Market w/ Café Component + Full service kitchen
Rentable office spaces support building costs
XL 10 10
Notes
Group therapy/ conference rooms
x
x
ADJACENCY DIAGRAM
BLOCK DIAGRAMS
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 3
RESIDENTIAL ZONE PUBLIC ZONE WELLNESS WING EMERGENCY SHELTER
LEVEL 4
LEVEL 5
BLOCK DIAGRAMS
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 4
LEVEL 3
LEVEL 5
FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAMS
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAMS
LEVEL 3
LEVEL 4
FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAMS
RESIDENTIAL
LIBRARY/ COMPUTER LAB
EMERGENCY SHELTER
WELLNESS WING
PUBLIC RETAIL/ OFFICE SPACE
LEVEL 5
BUILDING MASSING
CIRCULATION STUDIES
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 3
RESIDENTIAL ZONE RESIDENTIAL ZONE RESIDENTIAL ZONE PUBLIC ZONE PUBLIC ZONE PUBLIC ZONE WELLNESS WING WELLNESS WING WELLNESS WING EMERGENCY SHELTER EMERGENCY SHELTER EMERGENCY SHELTER EMPLOYEE ACCESS EMPLOYEE ACCESS
LEVEL 4
LEVEL 5
EMPLOYEE ACCESS
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
CONCEPT APPLICATION LIGHTING
CONCEPT APPLICATION ORGANIZATION
CONCEPT APPLICATION VOLUME
CONCEPT APPLICATION MATERIALS
INITIAL FURNITURE SCHEMES
INITIAL FURNITURE SCHEMES
LEVEL 1 PLAN DN
CASE OFFICE CORIDOOR
978 SF EMERGENCY SHELTER LOBBY
911 SF RESIDENT LOBBY
UP
DN
3589 SF
KITCHEN
1561 SF
UP
UP
RENTABLE OFFICE SPACE
CAFE
3337 SF
7398 SF 1
8
MAIN LOBBY
A202
4256 SF
DN
1 -
A101
-
CHILD CARE CENTER
4074 SF
PUBLIC RESTROOM
MARKET
RETAIL SPACE
3689 SF
4993 SF UP
DN
184 SF
PUBLIC RESTROOM
205 SF
1
Level 1 3/32" = 1'-0"
Scale
LEVEL 2 PLAN
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOUNGE
GATHERING SPACE
1027 SF
LAUNDRY
495 SF
2336 SF DINING HALL
3271 SF DN
2 -
UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
DN
7826 SF
A202 3
UPPER KITCHEN JANITOR
627 SF
281 SF DN
CLINIC
THERAPY
4639 SF
288 SF
1
THERAPY
-
278 SF
THERAPY
10' - 8"
272 SF
WOMENS RESTROOM
291 SF
MENS RESTROOM
10' - 6"
-
291 SF WELLNESS CENTER LOBBY A200
5
13' - 6"
10' - 0"
818 SF
6
GROUP THERAPY
GROUP THERAPY
362 SF
420 SF
UP
DN
STAFF HOUSING
203 SF
1
Level 2 3/32" = 1'-0"
Scale
A101
LEVEL 3 PLAN
LAUNDRY
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
LAUNDRY
719 SF
495 SF
3548 SF UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
DN
7826 SF
WOMENS SHOWERS
194 SF
MENS SHOWERS
199 SF
7
BUNK ROOM 760 SF
8
-
-
BEDROOM A
COMMON AREA
178 SF
283 SF
1
BEDROOM B
187 SF
SHOWER
15' - 0"
56 SF
9' - 11"
A200
STAFF HOUSING
446 SF
LIBRARIAN OFFICE
UP
245 SF
2
MULTIPURPOSE CLASSROOM
402 SF
3
COMPUTER LAB CLASSROOM
Library
2784 SF
A201 UP
1
DN
378 SF
STAFF HOUSING
623 SF
1
Level 3 3/32" = 1'-0"
-
Scale
A101
LEVEL 4 PLAN LAUNDRY
495 SF
LAUNDRY
719 SF UP
DN
FAMILY LEVEL RESIDENCES
8586 SF
1 -
-
DN
Library
3154 SF 2 3
A201 UP
1
DN
STAFF HOUSING
410 SF Level 4 1 3/32" = 1'-0"
Scale
A101
LEVEL 5 PLAN LAUNDRY LAUNDRY
495 SF
715 SF
UP
DN
FAMILY LEVEL RESIDENCES
8586 SF
-
-
1 -
A101
-
DN
STAFF HOUSING
410 SF Level 5 1 3/32" = 1'-0"
-
Scale
DESIGN DRIVERS
MATERIAL BOARD
PERSPECTIVES
WELLNESS WING LOBBY
CAFE SPACE
LIBRARY
PERSPECTIVES
DINING HALL
PERSPECTIVES
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOBBY
TYPICAL APARTMENT
EMERGENCY SHELTER SHARED BEDROOM
DESIGN REFINEMENT
DESIGN DRIVERS: LEVEL 1
DESIGN DRIVER 1: COST-EFFECTIVE - Using simple furniture that is cost-effective - Low cost, durable materials
Secure entrance vestibule to shelter Separate Elevator Lobby increases security DN
DESIGN DRIVER 2: FUNCTIONAL/OPERATIONAL - Separate Emergency Shelter entrance provides private and dignified entrance to shelter without fear of judgment - Wayfinding to guide users towards back elevator
CASE OFFICE CORIDOOR 978 SF
ACOUSTICS:
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOBBY 911 SF
RESIDENT LOBBY
DN
3589 SF
- Baffles above Cafe kitchen to prevent noise travel from Espresso machine - Increased acoustic privacy in cafe niche booths - More acoustical control needed in cafe space and emergency shelter
ACCESSIBILITY:
KITCHEN 1561 SF
- ADA ramp at entrance - 3 elevators throughout building for access to all spaces - No level changes beyond entrance make for easy accessibility - All counters at 2’10” for wheelchair access RENTABLE OFFICE SPACE
CAFE 3348 SF
7398 SF
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL THEORY:
MAIN LOBBY 4239 SF
- Variety of seating arrangements provides users with a choice of where to sit in shelter and cafe space - Cafe tables and seating arrangements are flexible and able to be pushed together or separated depending on group size
127’ Egress
PROSPECT AND REFUGE THEORY:
- Loft space in Cafe gives users a place to observe the space from above without being seen - Booths provide a space of refuge while plants screen back part of cafe and increase privacy at tables - Creating more spaces where people can be “alone together” or have privacy while maintaining transparency
CHILD CARE CENTER 4074 SF
MARKET 3673 SF
PUBLIC RESTROOM
RETAIL SPACE 4975 SF UP
DN
270 SF
PUBLIC RESTROOM 373 SF
CODES AND LIFE SAFETY:
- Diagonal Rule 310’ total Building with sprinklers: 1/3 of 310’ = 103’ Minimum between exits
SAFETY AND SECURITY:
- Secure vestibule upon entering shelter for staff and user safety - Secure ID scan entrances to Resident Lobby and elevators Secure Door - ID Scan Clear Sight Line
Cafe: A-2 222 Occupants Emergency Shelter: R-1 60 Occupants
ANTHROPOMETRICS AND ERGONOMICS:
- Variety of seating for users allow choice on most comfortable place to rest in cafe space - Emergency Shelter lacks variety of seating options
DESIGN DRIVERS: LEVEL 2 Security Checkpoint
DESIGN DRIVER 1: COST-EFFECTIVE
- Apartments use simple, custom, modular furniture - Using donations to supply furniture in public spaces - Rooftop garden helps grow vegetables and produce for the kitchens
Proposed new lounge area that is for homeless users and residents - to mingle and create a transitional space where old friends can unite and homeless users can get a glimpse of where they will soon live permanently.
DESIGN DRIVER 2: FUNCTIONAL/OPERATIONAL - Variety of seating in Dining Hall gives users many options to sit alone, in larger groups, or with a friend - Gardens offer a place of retreat for users while also supplying the kitchens with produce
LAUNDRY
FAMILY GATHERING SPACE
495 SF
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOUNGE
752 SF
2591 SF
DINING HALL 3050 SF DN
UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
DN
ACOUSTICS:
6489 SF
- More acoustic partitions or sound absorbing materials needed in Dining Hall - will be improved with sitting niches
117’Egress JANITOR
UPPER KITCHEN
172 SF
482 SF
2 BDRM
2910 SF
THERAPY
ACCESSIBILITY:
656 SF
DN
ROOFTOP GARDEN
- Elevators able to access all parts of building, no level changes - Wide hallways and pathways to ensure easy travel for those in wheelchairs
Stair to cafe
288 SF
CLINIC 4234 SF
Herb garden greenhouse space
THERAPY
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL THEORY:
Seating area -
PROSPECT AND REFUGE THEORY:
278 SF
THERAPY 272 SF
- Creating more partitions in spaces so that those who are not comfortable in crowds have the option to retreat to a smaller, less crowded space - Creating outdoor patio spaces that users can retreat to
1 BDRM 443 SF
-
95’ Egress
-
-
1 BDRM 440 SF
MENS RESTROOM
WOMENS RESTROOM
250 SF
291 SF
SAFETY AND SECURITY:
WELLNESS CENTER LOBBY
FLEX SPACE
432 SF
1 BDRM
1404 SF
GROUP THERAPY
362 SF
420 SF
66’ Egress
461 SF
2 BDRM
STAFF HOUSING
597 SF
610 SF
1 BDRM 423 SF
CODES AND LIFE SAFETY:
Total Floor Occupancy: 336 336 x .2 = 67” 2 single 36” doors required for egress
Wellness Center Lobby: B 38 Occupants Resident Apartments: R-2 63 Occupants Dining Hall: A-2 235 Occupants
- Security checkpoint on second level to enter dining hall and wellness wing - Key card access in elevators Secure door - ID Scan
1 BDRM
2287 SF
GROUP THERAPY
-
- Creating smaller areas that users can “control” and feel more secure in with less crowding
UP
DN
Clear Sight Line
ANTHROPOMETRICS AND ERGONOMICS:
- Changing bench seating in Dining hall to chairs to make it more comfortable and flexible for users
CONCEPT:
- Designing the Dining Hall in “waves” of interaction points - Open dining with larger group areas for interaction - Semi-Private for those comfortable in smaller groups - Private for those who seek solace - Outdoor greenhouse area in roof courtyard that connects with stair down to cafe space and creates connection between dining hall and cafe
DESIGN DRIVERS: LEVEL 3
DESIGN DRIVER 1: COST-EFFECTIVE
- Modular bed units with built in storage and simple, affordable furniture in temporary shelter rooms - Creating group bunk rooms to maximize amount of people who can stay in shelter
DESIGN DRIVER 2: FUNCTIONAL/OPERATIONAL LOUNGE 559 SF
LAUNDRY
BUNK ROOM
BUNK ROOM
594 SF
774 SF
ADA BUNK ROOM
495 SF
484 SF
719 SF
- Custom prototype bunk bed to offer dignity to residents staying in shared bunk rooms
LAUNDRY
112’ Egress
- Family rooms for safety and comfort of families UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
DN
ACOUSTICS:
6489 SF
WOMENS RESTROOM 366 SF
FAMILY BUNK ROOM
MENS SHOWERS
ADA BUNK ROOM
ADA BUNK ROOM
342 SF
929 SF
941 SF
- Enhanced acoustics needed in library
ACCESSIBILITY:
749 SF
1 BDRM 438 SF
WOMENS BUNK ROOM
7
1 BDRM
8
BEDROOM A
COMMON AREA
178 SF
283 SF
Custom privacy bunk prototype
187 SF
441 SF
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL THEORY:
1 BDRM 444 SF -
1 BDRM
BEDROOM B
MEP
433 SF
FAMILY BUNK ROOM 760 SF
A200
- Elevator access to each level and main area - Lower bunk beds are low to ground and accessible to wheelchairs - ADA restrooms and bunk rooms
1 BDRM
1085 SF
SHOWER
MENS BUNK ROOM
56 SF
1380 SF
442 SF
1 BDRM
PROSPECT AND REFUGE THEORY:
LOUNGE 1 BDRM
542 SF
- Offering users bed curtain and custom bed prototype enables them to retreat to their bed space when they seek refuge - Creating spaces of refuge in library where users can be alone
435 SF
1 BDRM 456 SF
LIBRARIAN OFFICE
101’ Egress
OPEN LAB 352 SF
3
UP
2
1 BDRM 439 SF
A201 1
Library
COMPUTER LAB CLASSROOM
402 SF
378 SF
453 SF UP
1 BDRM 648 SF
STAFF HOUSING 1 BDRM 436 SF
CODES AND LIFE SAFETY:
Emergency Shelter 301 x .2 = 60” 2 - 36” Doors required for egress Library 81 x .2 = 16” 1 - 36” door required for egress
SAFETY AND SECURITY:
1 BDRM
2352 SF
MULTIPURPOSE CLASSROOM
- Custom bunk prototype offers user control of their own space with a pinup space where they can put valuable photographs and feel that they have a bed of their own with privacy curtain
451 SF
UP
164 SF
245 SF
-
Emergency Shelter: R-1 301 Occupants Library: A-2 81 Occupants
623 SF
DN
- Family rooms promote safety for families with children by providing locking doors and private bathroom - Womens bunk room attached to bathroom so that women do not have to travel down hall to bathrooms and fear for safety - Staff housing on each level, on-call for residents in need Secure door - ID Scan Clear Sight Line
ANTHROPOMETRICS AND ERGONOMICS:
- Bunk beds are spacious in height and have locking storage for users to keep their items safe
DESIGN DRIVERS: LEVEL 4
DESIGN DRIVER 1: COST-EFFECTIVE
- Low-cost furniture provided in apartments - Modular storage and bed units provide flexibility and simple, low cost furniture
DESIGN DRIVER 2: FUNCTIONAL/OPERATIONAL - Flexible bed storage and desks enables multiple functions for bedrooms spaces and freedom for residents to use the home as they please - Family level provides a community feeling of families experiencing similar circumstances who can support one another
LAUNDRY LAUNDRY 719 SF
LOUNGE 827 SF
3 BDRM
2 BDRM
3 BDRM
1640 SF
1043 SF
1361 SF
495 SF
112’ Egress
UP
DN
ACOUSTICS:
LOUNGE 505 SF
2 BDRM 619 SF
2 BDRM 1184 SF
2 BDRM 619 SF
COMMUNITY KITCHEN
FAMILY LEVEL RESIDENCES
441 SF
6363 SF
- Separate master bedroom from kids bedroom for acoustic privacy
ACCESSIBILITY:
2 BDRM
- Elevator access throughout level
673 SF
2 BDRM 1316 SF
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL THEORY:
Flexible space with desk or bed
- Providing flexible furniture and bed systems gives residents the ability to change how they use their home - Own temperature controls in each apartment
3 BDRM
3 BDRM
923 SF
1378 SF
2 BDRM
-
663 SF
-
PROSPECT AND REFUGE THEORY:
3 BDRM
- Providing residents with their own private library creates a private place of retreat solely for residents, giving them ownership over their building with a space of their own
1148 SF
2 BDRM 661 SF
DN
3 BDRM
DN
SAFETY AND SECURITY:
882 SF
- Separate family level ensures that families feel safer surrounded by people in like circumstances
Library 3065 SF
2 BDRM 680 SF
LOUNGE 444 SF
STAFF HOUSING 3 BDRM 841 SF
410 SF
UP
DN
ANTHROPOMETRICS AND ERGONOMICS:
- Flexible furniture provides residents with the ability to use their home how they please
FFE SELECTIONS EMERGENCY SHELTER
EMERGENCY SHELTER FURNITURE SELECTIONS
FINISH SELECTIONS Paint Finish for PLC Chairs
PLC Chair
FINISH SELECTIONS Ice Sculpture Paint
Davis
Benjamin Moore Main Lobby Paint
Reppweave Designtex
Unami Lounge
Summer Nights
OTHER MATERIALS Existing Concrete Polished Lobby and Bunk room common area floors
Existing Brick
LIGHTING Cycle Suspended Ceiling Fixture Eureka Lighting
6� All-Purpose LED Trim Kit
Paint
Steelcase
Recessed Can
Unami Side Benjamin Moore Singing in the Rain Designtex
Eaton Lobby Accent Paint
Unami Seat Light Maple Veneer for Lagunitas Table
Lagunitas Work Steelcase
Steelcase 2
Emergency Shelter - Axon Room
Remix Remastered
Desert Green
Carpet
Benjamin Moore
Milliken
Bunk Room accent Paint
Lobby accent carpet
13
Emergency Shelter - Desks and Dresser
Custom Casework for Bunk rooms
Archipelago
Hazelwood
Carpet
Benjamin Moore
Milliken
Bunk Room Primary Paint
Bunk Room Bedroom Carpet 12
Emergency Shelter - Bed and Storage
A203
Scale
WELLNESS WING FFE SELECTIONS
WELLNESS WING FURNITURE SELECTIONS
FINISH SELECTIONS
Unami Lounge
PLC Lounge Table
Steelcase
Davis
Lobby
Therapy Rooms
Reppweave Designtex Unami Side
Eames Molded Plastic Chair
Steelcase
Herman Miller
Lobby and Therapy Room
Therapy Rooms
Ice Sculpture Benjamin Moore
LIGHTING Lundy Hang Pendant Urban Electric
Birdseye Designtex Unami and Arlo Seat Montara 650 Rocker
OTHER MATERIALS
Pepper Blend Montara Seat upholstery
Sun Valley Benjamin Moore
Desert Green Benjamin Moore
Stroke Suspended Ceiling Fixture
HBF Textiles Deep Jungle
Eureka
Benjamin Moore Arlo Lowback Sofa
Lagunitas Work
Hightower
Steelcase
White Engineered Marble Slab
Existing Brick
Recessed Ceiling Mount
Marmoreal
Therapy Room
LED Slot
Mark Architectural Lighting
Dzek
Existing Concrete Polished
Gesture Chair
Arlo Chair
Archipelago
Steelcase
Hightower
Carpet
Pendant
Lobby
Therapy Room
Milliken
Hightower
Bulb Fiction
Therapy Rooms
CAFE FFE SELECTIONS
CAFE
FURNITURE SELECTIONS Arlo Sofa Hightower
FINISH SELECTIONS PLC Chair and Lounge Chair Davis
Ms Quilty - Arlo Sofa and Banquette
OTHER MATERIALS Existing Brick
LIGHTING Lundy Hung Pendant
HBF
Urban Electric
Tre Barstool
Coalesse Tables
Davis
Steelcase
Pepper Blend Arlo Chair
Existing Concrete Polished
LED Slot Recessed Ceiling Mount
PLC Chair seat
Mark Architectural Lighting
HBF Textiles
PLC Lounge Table
Hampton Banquette (Solid Wood Base)
Davis Agati
White Engineered Marble Slab Marmoreal
Peach Brandy
Cycle
Benjamin Moore
Pendant Eureka
Dzek Sun Valley Benjamin Moore Frog NTO Table
Arlo Chair
Rose Dust
Ice Sculpture
Herman Miller
Hightower
Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore
Hazelwood
Summer Nights
Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore
TYPICAL APARTMENT FFE SELECTIONS
TYPICAL APARTMENT 4
Residence - 2 Bedroom Axon
FURNITURE SELECTIONS
CUSTOM ELEMENTS
Karlstad Sofa
Residence - 2 Bedroom Axon
Residence - 1 Bedroom Axon
APPLIANCES
Queen Bed with retractable desk and storage
Ikea
4
3
3
FINISH SELECTIONS 2
Hazelwood
Refrigerator Stainless Steel - 18 Cubic Feet
Benjamin Moore
Kenmore
Residence - 1 Bedroom Axon
LIGHTING Emergency Shelter - Axon Room
Bloom Pendant Eureka
Ice Sculpture Benjamin Moore 2
Leifarne Chair
1
Ikea
Folding Twin Prototype Bed - Twin Bed 5 with desk underside Residence - 1 Bedroom Axon 3 and storage
Electric 30” Range Prototype - 4 Person Dining Table 11 Freestanding
Prototype - Queen Bed
9
Emergency Shelter - Axon Room
Existing Brick on exterior wall
Prototype - Dining Table Closed
13
6” All-Purpose LED Trim Kit
Emergency Shelter - Desks and Dresser
Recessed Can
General Electric
Eaton 2
1
Prototype - Queen Bed
5
Kragsta Coffee Table Ikea
7
Prototype - Twin Bed
Prototype - 4 Person Dining Table
Folding Dining 11 Table
Prototype - Queen Bed Desk
6
7
Prototype - Queen Bed Desk
Momentum Center
6
Prototype - 4 Person Dining Table
11 Prototype - Twin Bed Desk
Prototype - Dining Table Closed
Prototype - Dining Table 8 Kenmore
Lowell Transitional Living Center
8
10
Emergency Shelter - Desks and Dresser
Wood Floor Existing
Prototype - Dining Table Counter Height
12
Emergency Shelter - Bed and Storage
A203
Prototypes
White Beech Wood for casework and Emergency Shelter - Desks and Dresser 13 Emergency Shelter - Bed and Storage Prototype - Dining Table Counter Height 12 custom pieces Kohler
Toccata 25” Surface Mount Sink Prototype - Dining Table Closed
Prototype9- Dining Table
Lowell Transitional Living Center
13
24” Stainless Steel Dishwasher
Prototype - Twin Bed Desk
Momentum Center Prototype - Twin Bed
9
Emergency Shelter - Axon Room
10
Prototypes
A203
Sc
LIBRARY FFE SELECTIONS
LIBRARY
FURNITURE SELECTIONS
FURNITURE SELECTIONS
FINISH SELECTIONS
OTHER MATERIALS
LIGHTING
Arlo Sofa
Arlo Chair
Pepper Blend
Ice Sculpture
Cycle
Hightower
Hightower
Arlo Chair
Benjamin Moore
Pendant
HBF Textiles
Eureka Summer Nights Benjamin Moore
PLC Chair
Cruiser Lounge Chair
Davis
Ms Quilty
Textured Sky
Arlo Sofa
Milliken
Hightower
6� All-Purpose LED Trim Kit Recessed Can
HBFTextiles Eaton
PLC Lounge Table
Gesture Chair
Boundary
Brick
Ollo
Davis
Steelcase
Cruiser Lounge
Existing
Pendant
Lobby
Luum
Eureka P-1
Facile Table
Sweater Weather
Wood Floor
Herman Miller
Bookshelf Niche Seat Upholstery
Existing
HBF Textiles
DININGSELECTIONS HALL FFE
DINING HALL
FURNITURE SELECTIONS Frog NTO Table
FINISH SELECTIONS Hampton Banquette Curve
Herman Miller Agati T-01 FS-01
Tre Barstool
White Beech Wood for casework and custom pieces
OTHER MATERIALS
LIGHTING
Existing Concrete
Ollo
Polished
Pendant Eureka
WD-01
P-1
Hampton Banquette (Solid Wood Base)
Sea Glass Solid Surface Counter
Agati
Formica
Existing Brick
Cycle Pendant
Davis
Eureka
CH-01 SS-01
P-2
Facile Table and Bench Herman Miller T-02 CH-02
Coalesse Tables Steelcase T-03
Primavera Porcelain Tile - Blu Stonesource T-01
Summer Nights
Stroke
Ice Sculpture
Linear Pendant
Sun Valley
Eureka
Hazelwood
P-3
Rose Dust Benjamin Moore Eames Molded Plastic Chair Herman Miller CH-03
Montara650 Table Steelcase
Solitaire- Niagra Non-PVC Vinyl Stinson
T-04 Golden Oak Non-PVC Vinyl Stinson
Upholstery Ms.Quilty HBF Textiles
6� All-Purpose LED Trim Kit Recessed Can Eaton R-1
INITIAL RENDERINGS
DN
CASE OFFICE CORIDOOR 978 SF
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOBBY 911 SF
RESIDENT LOBBY
DN
3589 SF
PUBLIC LOBBY
KITCHEN 1561 SF
RENTABLE OFFICE SPACE
CAFE 3348 SF
7398 SF
MAIN LOBBY 4239 SF
CHILD CARE CENTER 4074 SF
MARKET 3673 SF
PUBLIC RESTROOM
PUBLIC RESTROOM 373 SF
LEVEL 1
RETAIL SPACE 4975 SF UP
270 SF
DN
INITIAL RENDERINGS CAFE
KITCHEN
DN
978 SF
911 SF
RESIDENT LOBBY
Finish and Furniture Selections
DN
3589 SF
• The cafe uses a vibrant color palette to invite users into the space by creating a warm, welcoming environment • Simple furniture is accented by textured materials that are durable to resist daily wear and tear
1561 SF
CASE OFFICE CORIDOOR
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOBBY
KITCHEN 1561 SF
RENTABLE OFFICE SPACE
CAFE 3348 SF
7398 SF
MAIN LOBBY 4239 SF
CHILD CARE CENTER 4074 SF
MARKET 3673 SF
PUBLIC RESTROOM
CAFE
PUBLIC RESTROOM 373 SF
3348 SF
MAIN LOBBY
LEVEL 1
4239 SF
S
S
Metalworks Blades 12' A.F.F.
MARKET S
RETAIL SPACE
3673 SF
4975 SF UP
GWB on Mtl. Stud 17' - 4" A.F.F.
PUBLIC RESTROOM
Woodworks Panels 8' - 6" A.F.F. S
373 SF
S
Woodworks Panels 8' - 6" A.F.F.
S
DN
RETAIL SPACE 4975 SF UP
270 SF
DN
INITIAL RENDERINGS EMERGENCY SHELTER LOBBY
DN
CASE OFFICE CORIDOOR 978 SF
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOBBY 911 SF
Finish and Furniture Selections
RESIDENT LOBBY
DN
3589 SF
• Blues and greens ensure clients that the shelter is a safe and calming space • The lobby provides a stimulating environment where each client begins their initial ripple as soon as they walk through the door
KITCHEN 1561 SF
RENTABLE OFFICE SPACE
CAFE 3348 SF
7398 SF
MAIN LOBBY 4239 SF
DN
CASE OFFICE CORIDOOR
CHILD CARE CENTER 4074 SF
MARKET 3673 SF
PUBLIC RESTROOM
RETAIL SPACE 4975 SF UP
DN
270 SF
978 SF
PUBLIC RESTROOM 373 SF
LEVEL 1
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOBBY 911 SF
KITCHEN 1561 SF GWB on Mtl. Stud 9' - 0" A.F.F.
GWB on Mtl. Stud 17' - 4" A.F.F. S
STAGGERED GWB CEILING 17' - 4" A.F.F. - 11' - 0" A.F.F.
RENTABLE OFFICE SPACE 7398 SF
CAFE 3348 SF
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INITIAL RENDERINGS
The Dining Hall is the node that connects the Emergency Shelter and apartments. The space is vibrant community space where residents and homeless individuals can come together with a hot meal.
DINING HALL
LAUNDRY
FAMILY GATHERING SPACE
495 SF
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOUNGE
752 SF
2591 SF
DINING HALL 3050 SF DN
JANITOR
UPPER KITCHEN
172 SF
482 SF
DN
6489 SF
2 BDRM 656 SF
DN
ROOFTOP GARDEN
UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
2910 SF
THERAPY 288 SF
CLINIC 4234 SF
-
-
THERAPY 278 SF
THERAPY 272 SF
1 BDRM 443 SF
-
-
1 BDRM 440 SF
MENS RESTROOM
WOMENS RESTROOM
250 SF
291 SF
WELLNESS CENTER LOBBY
1 BDRM
2287 SF
FLEX SPACE
LAUNDRY
432 SF
1 BDRM
1404 SF
GROUP THERAPY
GROUP THERAPY
362 SF
420 SF
461 SF
UP
2 BDRM
495 SF
STAFF HOUSING
597 SF
610 SF
1 BDRM 423 SF
LEVEL 2 DINING HALL
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
3050 SF DN
UP Radial Baffle System 11' - 6" A.F.F.
DN
6489 SF GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
ANITOR
UPPER KITCHEN
172 SF
482 SF
2 BDRM 656 SF
DN
ERAPY
S
88 SF
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
S
S
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
-
-
ERAPY GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
78 SF
S
ERAPY
72 SF
1 BDRM 443 SF
-
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
-
1 BDRM
-
S BY
S
S
440 SF 2' x 2' ACT System 12' - 0" A.F.F. S
S
Metalworks Blades 11' - 0" A.F.F.
1 BDRM
DN
-
IC
SF
INITIAL RENDERINGS WELLNESS WING LOBBY THERAPY 278 SF
LAUNDRY
FAMILY GATHERING SPACE
• The Wellness Wing emphasizes green tones with accents of yellow and blue to promote a safe, calming, yet stimulating environment where clients feel at ease Radial Baffle System 11' - 6" A.F.F.• Wide corridors allow for clear sight lines and accent colors on walls create natural wayfinding • Rocking chairs provide stressed clients the comfort of a repetitive rocking motion that helps ease the mind
495 SF
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOUNGE
752 SF
2591 SF
DINING HALL 3050 SF DN
JANITOR
UPPER KITCHEN
172 SF
482 SF
656 SF
4234 SF
-
-
THERAPY 278 SF
THERAPY
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
272 SF
1 BDRM 443 SF
-
-
1 BDRM
-
440 SF
MENS RESTROOM
WOMENS RESTROOM
250 SF
291 SF
WELLNESS CENTER LOBBY
1 BDRM
2287 SF
432 SF
1 BDRM
1404 SF
1 BDRM -
GROUP THERAPY
GROUP THERAPY
362 SF
420 SF
461 SF
S
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
1 BDRM
2287 SF
432 SF
S
1 BDRM
S
APY
GROUP THERAPY
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
461 SF
UP
420 SF GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F. S
2 BDRM
STAFF HOUSING
597 SF
610 SF
S
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
1 BDRM 423 SF
S
2' x 2' ACT System 12' - 0" A.F.F. S
S
Metalworks Blades 11' - 0" A.F.F.
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
STAFF HOUSING
597 SF
610 SF
423 SF
440 SF
WELLNESS CENTER LOBBY
UP
2 BDRM
1 BDRM
LEVEL 2
1 BDRM
-
SF
-
288 SF
CLINIC
443 SF
291 SF
2 BDRM
THERAPY
272 SF
WOMENS RESTROOM
DN
6489 SF
2910 SF
FLEX SPACE
-
UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
DN
ROOFTOP GARDEN
THERAPY
TROOM
n Mtl. Stud " A.F.F.
Finish and Furniture Selections
DN
DN
-
Radial Baffle System UPPER KITCHEN 11' - 6" A.F.F.
INITIAL RENDERINGS 482 SF 172 SF JANITOR
3050 SF DN
482 SF
65
2 BDRM 656 SF
DN
CLINIC 4234 SF
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
-
-
THERAPY 278 SF
THERAPY 272 SF
1 BDRM 443 SF
-
-
1 BDRM 440 SF
MENS RESTROOM
WOMENS RESTROOM
250 SF
291 SF
WELLNESS CENTER LOBBY
1 BDRM
2287 SF
FLEX SPACE
432 SF
1 BDRM
1404 SF
GROUP THERAPY
GROUP THERAPY
362 SF
420 SF
461 SF
UP
2 BDRM
STAFF HOUSING
597 SF
610 SF
1 BDRM 423 SF
LEVEL 2
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
THERAPY 278 SF
THERAPY S
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
272 SF
-
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
1 BDRM
S
440 SF S
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
WELLNESS CENTER LOBBY
UPPER KITCHEN
172 SF
2B
DN
6489 SF
288 SF
S
S M
JANITOR
UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
THERAPY
288 SF
-
DINING HALL
2910 SF
• Therapy Rooms contain a variety of seating to allow clients the freedom of choice to sit where they are most comfortable • Light colors prevent over-stimulation while subtle patterns and fabric textures create interest in the space THERAPY • Furniture arrangement and color palette are meant to evoke the feeling of home to put clients at ease
-
2591 SF
ROOFTOP GARDEN
DN
S
495 SF
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOUNGE
752 SF
THERAPY ROOM
Finish and Furniture Selections
LAUNDRY
FAMILY GATHERING SPACE
DN
-
56 SF
INITIAL RENDERINGS
MEP
1380 SF
1 BDRM 451 SF
UP
LOUNGE
164 SF
542 SF
LOUNGE
BUNK ROOM
BUNK ROOM
594 SF
774 SF
LAUNDRY
ADA BUNK ROOM
495 SF
484 SF
719 SF
DN
1 BDRM 6489 SF
WOMENS RESTROOM 366 SF
FAMILY BUNK ROOM
MENS SHOWERS
ADA BUNK ROOM
ADA BUNK ROOM
342 SF
929 SF
941 SF
456 SF
749 SF
WOMENS BUNK ROOM 1085 SF
LIBRARIAN OFFICE 245 SF
UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
THE LIBRARY
The library encourages exploration through learning with areas that kids can explore as well as collaborative work tables and seating groupings that foster interaction. One could stop by to take a computer skills class, or stay for a while tucked into a window seat with a good book.
559 SF
LAUNDRY
7
UP
2
OPEN LAB 352 SF
3
1 BDRM 441 SF
8
1 BDRM
-
A201
-
BEDROOM A
COMMON AREA
178 SF
283 SF
187 SF
MENS BUNK ROOM
56 SF
1380 SF
1 BDRM
542 SF
435 SF
1 BDRM 456 SF
LIBRARIAN OFFICE 245 SF
UP
2
OPEN LAB
3
Library
378 SF
MULTIPURPOSE CLASSROOM
COMPUTER LAB CLASSROOM
402 SF
378 SF
1 BDRM 453 SF
A201
2352 SF
402 SF
1 BDRM
LOUNGE
1
COMPUTER LAB CLASSROOM
-
442 SF
451 SF
UP
Library 352 SF
MULTIPURPOSE CLASSROOM
-
1 BDRM
SHOWER
164 SF
2352 SF
444 SF
BEDROOM B
MEP
1
438 SF
433 SF
FAMILY BUNK ROOM 760 SF
A200
1 BDRM
1 BDRM
1 BDRM 439 SF
1 BDRM 453 SF UP
1 BDRM 648 SF
DN
STAFF HOUSING 1 BDRM
623 SF
436 SF
LEVEL 3 1 BDRM 648 SF
1 BDRM
436 SF
INITIAL RENDERINGS
LOUNGE 559 SF
LAUNDRY
BUNK ROOM
BUNK ROOM
594 SF
774 SF
LAUNDRY
ADA BUNK ROOM
495 SF
484 SF
719 SF
UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
FAMILY BUNK ROOM
DN
6489 SF
WOMENS RESTROOM 366 SF
FAMILY BUNK ROOM
MENS SHOWERS
ADA BUNK ROOM
ADA BUNK ROOM
342 SF
929 SF
941 SF
749 SF
1 BDRM WOMENS BUNK ROOM 1085 SF 7
438 SF
1 BDRM 433 SF
FAMILY BUNK ROOM 760 SF
A200
1 BDRM 441 SF
8
1 BDRM
-
-
COMMON AREA
178 SF
283 SF
187 SF
MEP
-
1 BDRM
BEDROOM B
Finish Choices
SHOWER
MENS BUNK ROOM
56 SF
1380 SF
442 SF
1 BDRM 451 SF
UP
LOUNGE
164 SF
1 BDRM
542 SF
435 SF
• A green accent wall promotes safety, growth and renewal as well as providing a bright accent to liven the living spaces • Using existing concrete and brick along with paint is more cost effective for temporary housing • Carpet in bedrooms creates warm feeling and adds texture to space
e - Dining Table
BEDROOM A
444 SF
10
Prototype - Dining Table Counter Height
Prototypes
1 BDRM 456 SF
LIBRARIAN OFFICE 245 SF
UP
2
OPEN LAB 352 SF
3
1 BDRM 439 SF
A201 1
Library 2352 SF
MULTIPURPOSE CLASSROOM
COMPUTER LAB CLASSROOM
402 SF
378 SF
1 BDRM 453 SF UP
1 BDRM 648 SF
STAFF HOUSING 1 BDRM 436 SF
LEVEL 3 12
Emergency ShelterBed - Bedand and Storage Bunk Room Desk Prototype • Built in bed with wardrobe and drawers • Wall niche with outlet and pin board for personalization • Privacy curtain along bed for when individuals need privacy
A203
Scale
623 SF
DN
-
INITIAL RENDERINGS
LOUNGE
BUNK ROOM
BUNK ROOM
594 SF
774 SF
LAUNDRY
ADA BUNK ROOM
495 SF
484 SF
719 SF
UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
GROUP BUNK ROOM
DN
6489 SF
WOMENS RESTROOM 366 SF
FAMILY BUNK ROOM
MENS SHOWERS
ADA BUNK ROOM
ADA BUNK ROOM
342 SF
929 SF
941 SF
749 SF
1 BDRM WOMENS BUNK ROOM 1085 SF 7
Group bunk rooms maximize shelter capacity for single persons while also maintaining client’s dignity by giving each person their own area that includes storage and a bed with a privacy curtain.
559 SF
LAUNDRY
438 SF
1 BDRM 433 SF
FAMILY BUNK ROOM 760 SF
A200
1 BDRM 441 SF
8
1 BDRM
-
-
BEDROOM A
COMMON AREA
178 SF
283 SF
444 SF
187 SF
MEP
-
1 BDRM
BEDROOM B SHOWER
MENS BUNK ROOM
56 SF
1380 SF
442 SF
1 BDRM 451 SF
UP
LOUNGE
164 SF
1 BDRM
542 SF
435 SF
1 BDRM 456 SF
Separate mens and women’s rooms increase comfort and safety for both genders. Womens bunks are adjacent to restroom with showers to reduce travel distance and help women to feel safe within the shelter.
LIBRARIAN OFFICE 245 SF
UP
2
OPEN LAB 352 SF
3
1 BDRM 439 SF
A201 1
Library 2352 SF
MULTIPURPOSE CLASSROOM
COMPUTER LAB CLASSROOM
402 SF
378 SF
1 BDRM 453 SF UP
1 BDRM 648 SF
STAFF HOUSING 1 BDRM 436 SF
LEVEL 3
Double Sided Bunk Bed Prototype
• Built in bed with wardrobe and drawers • Wall niche with outlet and pin board for personalization • Privacy curtain along bed for when individuals need privacy
623 SF
DN
-
272 SF
1 BDRM 443 SF
INITIAL RENDERINGS -
-
4
Residence - 2 Bedroom Axon
3
ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT Prototype - Queen Bed Prototype - Twin Bed 1 5
Residence - 1 Bedroom Axon
LAUNDRY
FAMILY GATHERING SPACE
495 SF
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOUNGE
752 SF
2591 SF
DINING HALL 3050 SF DN
11
Prototype - 4 Person Dining Table
1 BDRM 440 SF
9
Prototype - Dining Table Closed
JANITOR
UPPER KITCHEN
172 SF
482 SF DN
ROOFTOP GARDEN 2910 SF
THERAPY
UP
RESIDENT LOUNGE AND CORIDOOR
DN
6489 SF
Emergency Shelter - Desks and Dr 2 BDRM
13
656 SF
288 SF
CLINIC 4234 SF
-
-
-
THERAPY 278 SF
THERAPY 272 SF
1 BDRM 443 SF
-
-
1 BDRM 440 SF
MENS RESTROOM
WOMENS RESTROOM
250 SF
291 SF
WELLNESS CENTER LOBBY
1 BDRM
2287 SF
FLEX SPACE
WELLNESS CENTER LOBBY
GROUP THERAPY
GROUP THERAPY
362 SF
420 SF
461 SF
LEVEL 2
STAFF HOUSING
597 SF
610 SF
DN
1 BDRM 423 SF
432 SF
Queen Bed Prototype
• Built in bed with wardrobe and drawers • Retractable desk - space saving • Saves residents from purchasing furniture items
UP
2 BDRM
1 BDRM
2287 SF
1 BDRM 461 SF
APY 7
432 SF
1 BDRM
1404 SF
Prototype - Queen Bed Desk
Prototype - Twin Bed Desk
1
Prototype - Dining Table
6 Prototype - Queen Bed
Momentum Center
5
8 Prototype - Twin Bed
UP
DN Emergency Shelter - Bed and Stora
Prototype - Dining Table Counter Height
11
10 Prototype - 4 Person Dining Table
9
12 Prototype - Dining Table Closed
2 BDRM
STAFF HOUSING
597 SF
610 SF
Lowell Transitional Living Center
Prototypes
1 BDRM 423 SF
7
Prototype - Queen Bed Desk
Momentum Center
6
Prototype - Twin Bed Desk
8
Prototype - Dining Table
Lowell Transitional Living Center
10
Prototype - Dining Table Counter Height
Prototypes
3
Residence - 1 Bedroom Axon 2
Emergency Shelter - Axon Room
INITIAL RENDERINGS
LAUNDRY LOUNGE
LAUNDRY
827 SF
719 SF
3 BDRM
2 BDRM
3 BDRM
1640 SF
1043 SF
1361 SF
495 SF
UP
THREE BEDROOM APARTMENT
2
DN
LOUNGE
Emergency Shelter - Axon Room
505 SF
2 BDRM 619 SF
2 BDRM 1184 SF
2 BDRM 619 SF
COMMUNITY KITCHEN
FAMILY LEVEL RESIDENCES
441 SF
6363 SF
2 BDRM 673 SF
2 BDRM 1316 SF
3 BDRM
3 BDRM
923 SF
1378 SF -
2 BDRM
-
663 SF
-
-
3 BDRM 1148 SF
2 BDRM 661 SF
DN
3 BDRM
DN
882 SF
Library 3065 SF
2 BDRM 680 SF
LOUNGE
UP
DN
444 SF
Dining Table Prototype Prototype - Queen Bed
7
Twin Bed Prototype
Prototype - QueenPrototype Bed Desk- Twin Bed Prototype - Twin Bed Prototype Desk - 4 Person Dining Table 6 5 11 • Folding bed with desk
• 1 Space saving folding table • Adjustable shelves for easy rearrangement • Magnetic underside for customization when closed
9
Prototype - Dining Table Closed
11
13
Emergency Shelter - Desks and Dresser
Momentum Center
Prototype - 4 Person Dining Table
7
• Maximizes storage and space in bedroom • Saves residents from purchasing furniture items
9
Prototype - Dining Table Closed
Prototype - Queen Bed Desk
6
Prototype - Twin Bed Desk
Momentum Center 10
Prototype - Dining Table Counter Height
8
Prototype - Dining Table
Prototypes
12
Emergency Shelter - Bed and Storage
10
13
LEVEL 4
STAFF HOUSING
Prototype - Prototype Dining Table - Dining Table Closed 10 Pro 9 3 BDRM
8
Lowell Transitional Living Center Emergency Shelter - Desks and Dresser
8
Prototype - Dining Table
10
Prototype - Dining Table Counter Height
Lowell Transitional Living Center
Prototype - Dining Table Counter Height
A203
12
410 SF
841 SF
Prototypes
Emergency Shelter - Bed and Storage
Scale
FINAL DESIGN
PROGRAMMATIC AXON
PUBLIC SECTOR Level 1 Public Lobby Cafe Local Market Thrift Store Child Care Center Rentable Office Space
Level 2 Dining Hall Greenhouse Level 3 Library
PERMANENT AFFORDABLE HOUSING Each floor includes multiple gathering spaces, a community kitchen, and a laundry room Level 1 Resident Lobby Level 2 One Bedroom Apartments Resident/Shelter Lounge Level 3 One Bedroom Apartments
Level 4 Family Apartments 2 and 3 Bedrooms Resident Library Level 5 Family Apartments 2 and 3 Bedrooms
WELLNESS WING Level 2 Individual Therapy Rooms Group Therapy Walk-In Clinic Rooftop Garden
EMERGENCY SHELTER Level 1 Shelter Lobby Case Manager Offices Level 2 Gathering Spaces
Level 3 Bathing Facilities Group Bunk Rooms Private Family Units Laundry Room
LEVEL 1 PLAN
LEVEL 1 REFLECTED CEILING PLAN GWB on Mtl. Stud 9' - 0" A.F.F.
GWB on Mtl. Stud 17' - 4" A.F.F. S
Staggered GWB Ceiling 17' - 4" A.F.F. - 11' - 0" A.F.F.
S
S
Metalworks Blades 12' A.F.F.
S
GWB on Mtl. Stud 17' - 3" A.F.F. Woodworks Panels 8' - 6" A.F.F. S
S
Woodworks Panels 8' - 6" A.F.F.
S
LEVEL 2 PLAN
LEVEL 2 REFLECTED CEILING PLAN
Radial Baffle System 11' - 6" A.F.F.
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
S
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
S
S
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F. S
S
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
S
2' x 2' ACT System 12' - 0" A.F.F. S
S
Metalworks Blades 11' - 0" A.F.F.
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
LEVEL 3 PLAN
LEVEL 3 REFLECTED CEILING PLAN
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
LEVEL 4 PLAN
LEVEL 4 REFLECTED CEILING PLAN
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
GWB on Mtl. Stud 12' - 0" A.F.F.
LEVEL 5 PLAN LAUNDRY LAUNDRY
495 SF
LOUNGE
711 SF
808 SF
3 BDRM
2 BDRM
3 BDRM
953 SF
1026 SF
1345 SF UP
DN
FAMILY LEVEL RESIDENCES 6369 SF 2 BDRM
1147 SF 2 BDRM
2 BDRM
2 BDRM
COMMUNITY KITCHEN
604 SF
604 SF
437 SF 2 BDRM
1168 SF
662 SF
3 BDRM
3 BDRM
2 BDRM
927 SF
1430 SF
652 SF
2 BDRM
827 SF
2 BDRM
661 SF STAFF HOUSING
3 BDRM
638 SF
866 SF
3 BDRM
LOUNGE
922 SF
825 SF
2 BDRM
362 SF
LOUNGE
445 SF
3 BDRM
837 SF STAFF HOUSING
406 SF
DN
PUBLIC LOBBY AND CAFE
The Cafe welcomes users from all walks of life, providing jobs to residents of Momentum Center and creating a vibrant community space where homeless and Lowell residents can come together. The loft space uses Prospect and Refuge Theory to provide a space for users to observe their surroundings from above without being seen and connects the cafe to the Greenhouse above. Colorful wayfinding guides users to the elevator that leads to the Library and Wellness Wing.
THE COFFEE LOFT
The addition of plants and murals livens the cafe space, providing a cozy and welcoming space for users to take refuge in with a hot beverage and pastry. Dropping the ceiling to the right side demarcates a circulatory corridor leading to the public elevator. A variety of seating options angled towards each other encourages interaction between users with more private seating arrangements towards the back of the cafe.
EMERGENCY SHELTER LOBBY Entrance to the Emergency Shelter is the initial ripple that begins a client’s journey to get back on their feet. The ceiling’s staggered ripple form instills the notion that each client who walks through the door begins a ripple in their life. Blues and greens promote a feeling of security and create a calming atmosphere in the lobby.
EMERGENCY SHELTER ROOMS 3
Residence - 1 Bedroom Axon
2
n Bed Desk
8
Prototype - Dining Table
10
491 DUTTON ST 11 Prototype - 4 Person Dining Table LOWELL, MA 01850
rototype - Twin Bed
Prototype - Dining Table Counter Height
9
Prototypes
Prototype - Dining Table Closed
GROUP SHELTER ELEVATION
Group Shelter Rooms are separated by gender to provide a feeling of security to homeless clients. Each individual is provided with their own bed space with storage, Shared bathrooms and showers are connected directly to the women’s bunk for security while ototype - locking Twin Bed Deska privacy curtain, and niche shelf with an outlet. Prototype - Dining Table Prototype - Dining Table Counter Height 8 10 mens are located just down the hall.
12
Emergency Shelter - Family Room
Prototype - Bed and Storage
13
Prototype - Desks and Dresser
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FAMILY SHELTER BEDROOM ELEVATION Family Shelter Suites provide a secure space for families with children by providing a private bathroom, living room and two locking Prototype - Bedcommunal and Storage 12 bedrooms with desks and storage.
DINING HALL
The Dining Hall is a bridge between the Permanent Housing and Emergency Shelter, a place where people can come together over a hot meal. A variety of seating options, informed by Prospect and Refuge Theory, gives users the choice to retreat to a booth in the back where they can observe or gather with a large group of friends at a communal table. The ceiling transforms from a ripple to a wave, symbolizing a client’s initial steps as they make waves in their life.
LIBRARY
The library is a vibrant space where users can settle into a window seat with a good book, take a class, or retreat to one of the study rooms for privacy. The space offers different levels of interaction with niches for kids to explore as well as a variety of seating to give users control over their environment.
GREENHOUSE
The Greenhouse is a public space connecting the Cafe and Dining Hall, providing a therapeutic retreat for residents who can grow fresh herbs and produce for their kitchen, the Dining Hall and Cafe year round.
WELLNESS WING LOBBY
The Wellness Wing rethinks what it means to be a medical facility, with vibrant colors and plants that welcome and calm clients. Strategic furniture selections like rocking chairs provide a relaxing motion while green tones and clear sight lines promote safety.
THERAPY ROOM Therapy rooms evoke the warmth of home with bookshelves, plants, and comfortable seating. Spaces are designed with multiple seating options to provide clients with control over their environment and the flexibility to have small group therapy sessions.
ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT
One Bedroom Apartments provide flexibility for residents to use their home the way they please. The folding dining table and retractable desk maximize bedroom and living space so that residents do not feel cramped within their apartments.
QUEEN BED WITH PULL OUT DESK AND STORAGE
FOLDING DINING TABLE
THREE BEDROOM APARTMENT
Three Bedroom Apartments provide flexibility for families while maximizing living space with folding or retractable furniture systems. Providing furnished apartments reduces the stress of buying furniture while ensuring that residents have all of the basics they need to live. Separating children’s rooms from the master bedroom creates acoustic privacy for parents
FOLDING TWIN BED WITH DESK AND STORAGE
“Having a vested interest in other souls unconditionally creates a ripple effect that produces miracles in the lives of those around us.� -Molly Friedenfeld