DEPARTMENT OF HOMELESSNESS AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING
CENTRAL WATERFRONT NAVIGATION CENTER
ARCHITECTURE | LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE | MECHANICAL ENGINEERING | ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
LOCATION 600 25 TH STREET
AREA 14,500 SF
CONSTRUCTION COST $ 3.7 M
AWARDS AIA I LOOK UP FILM CHALLENGE 2 ND PL SPUR GOOD GOVERNMENT AWARD
2017
By creating a transitional housing solution that is a safe , nurturing , and welcoming environment for people , pets , and their belongings , the Central Waterfront Navigation Center serves as a critical piece of the City ’ s response to the homelessness crisis . The project utilizes modular portable building units that can be relocated in the future . Designed to create a restorative environment for some of our most vulnerable citizens , the center creates a “ village ” concept of small modular buildings organized around outdoor courtyards for gathering , socialization , and interaction . The facility features dormitory beds , a community room / dining area , staff offices , a reception office , women ’ s and men ’ s restrooms and showers , laundry and storage facilities ; as well as courtyards with outdoor seating , planters , and picnic tables .
Photography by Alejandro Velarde
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