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Goals
haven
DIGNITY
your body. your choice.
SAFETY
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Covered main entry for drive-up drop off promoting security
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WELLBEING
Reduce stress experienced by both patients and staff through connection with nature, amenities, and moments of respite. Staff wellbeing is just as significant
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Design Drivers
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Historically, there has been violence again some abortion clinics and healthcare providers. Picketers tend to harass patients as they enter the clinic.
Project statement This clinic will promote that abortion is healthcare and set a standard for quality reproductive healthcare across the United States. Haven is located on the Mississippi river in order to symbolize its connection to other states across the country. The neutral color palette will focus on bringing in visual interest through natural materials echoing local stones while incorporating biophilia, creating a healing environment. Additionally, social support spaces and amenities will empower patients who visit the clinic as well as staff members. Staff wellbeing is just as significant as patient wellbeing, which will be reflected in well-designed staff support spaces, connection to natural light, and efficient space planning.
Prioritize a safe transition for patients and staff from the exterior into the interior
security + controlled entry
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Receded separate staff entry
Design an environment that promotes dignity and empowerment through self-efficacy and social support
200 Wilkin Sreet, St Paul, MN 550102
p Future Build: Recovery housing for out-of state patients
Create an equitable environment for all
EQUITY Multiple entry points create accessibility, self-agency, and security as patients and staff can chose how they exit/enter the built environment (Brown, 2013)
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Reproductive Health Center & Abortion Clinic
Receded back entry adjacent to walk-in clinic
site: saint paul, MN
MN Capital
Communities that already have difficulty accessing healthcare will be more impacted by the overturn of Roe V. Wade (Forbes Health, 2022) Gender sensitive design will create a more welcoming environment.
MISSISSIPPI
Region’s Hospital
Children’s Hospital
site
1 in 4
women in the US receive an abortion in their lifetime (NY Times, 2021)
Overturn of Roe V. Wade Clinics may expect to up to 5 times the increase of typical patents due to out of state bans (CNN, 2022)
Healthcare
Access to safe abortion reduces maternal mortality rates. Limiting access to abortion increases healthcare disparities (Forbes, 2022)
Inequity 59% of women accessing an abortion are facing high risk poverty (Forbes Health, 2012)
Healthcare “Hub” St.Paul is home to numerous healthcare facilities including Children’s and Regions, a nationally recognized hospital. Additionally, the MN Nurses Association is minutes away. Environment Located right on the Mississippi river this location provides patients with river views + biophilia. The historic downtown area of St.Paul provides access to amenities, housing, and public transportation. Social & Cultural The right to abortion is protected under the Minnesota State Constitution.
Positive Distraction Healthcare environments reduce stress if they foster a sense of control, access to social support, and accessibility to positive distraction (Ulrich, 1991)
Design for Healing & Social Support cafe + starbucks
Trauma-Informed Design Sensory experiences of light, visual connection to nature create a calming yet engaging interior. Cafe seating provides both areas of prospect and refuge creating a sense of safety (Trauma Informed Design Guidelines, 2020)
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Biophilia 1
definition
logo development
color palette - local landscape
ha•ven ; place of safety or refuge Safety and refuge are key components when designing a clinic that carries historical trauma as well as being supportive of staff and patients unable to access safe abortions from home
curvilinear arch
letter “H”
environment
echoes the curve of the Mississippi river and represents the safety of a harbor
healthcare haven home
smoothed edges of a stone symbolize resilience
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pharmacy
Self-Agency Self Check-In station promotes personal control which is essential for reducing stress when patients feeling a lack of control (Trauma Informed Design Guidelines, 2020)
Walk-n I lC inic
o C mmunal d E ucation + v E ents
tS afi u S pport + o L unge
Gender Neutral e R stroom
ITS c S reening
Neutrals reflect the natural textures of the local environment, specifically the sandstone bluffs, local trees, and blues from the river. The neutral palette also allows outdoor views to be the main focus.
Visual connection to nature lowers blood pressure and heart rate. It is also proven to impact mood and overall happiness (Terrapin Bright Green 2014)
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Social Support Visual connection into social spaces creates a sense of social support throughout the clinic
Pharmacy
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Level 1
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Kwalu Healthcare
Clinic Space - Collective Healing
Wellbeing + connection between patients & staff Private work stations for staff
Waiting Area
Staff and patients benefit from natural light
Montedoro Lounge
Brianza Coffiee & Side Table
Montedoro Love Seat
Prizzi Lounge
waiting area
kiosk + support for staff
Resilient Sheet Flooring: Sustainable + durable bio-based tile from Shaw Contract
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Dynamic circulation for efficiency
3Form Laminated glass creates a balance between privacy and visual connection
The general care and abortion clinic promotes healing through positive distraction, comfort, safety, and selfagency within clinic rooms. The clinic is composed of a wing designated for general reproductive health, and another specified for abortion procedures. The two separate wings are connected by a communal lounge, promoting that abortion is healthcare. The nurse station has views to both sides of the clinic and waiting area to increase social support.
Exam Room OR Reception Yoga Staffi Gym
Laboratory
Manual Mecho Shades for personal control & privacy
OR Suite
Staffi Offces Abortion + Reproductive Health Clinic
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Starlights above exam table change color in response to patient’s preference
Biophilia and ambient lighting promotes a relaxing experience
Carnegie privacy curtain, manual shades, thermal, and lighting control promote selfagency + comfort
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Level 2
Sienna Simmons - Interior Design 5 - 2022