Diagrams and Process

Parti Diagram

Path of Travel

Community Heart Service Spaces

Highlight the periphery of the interior and wallwashing the interior walls to highlight the limewashed texture.

Fixtures

Design Principles Informing Level 1

Therapeutic Space

Creating a therapeutic space to allow healing from past trauma is a key element in this type of design. To promote this through design, highlight consistency, predictability and personal control for the user. Reduce noise, odors, excess stimulation, overcrowded layouts and clutter. Promote gardens, nature, calm cool colors and a balance of social and private space.

Safety

Consider highlighting the safety of the environment. Incorporate a monitored reception, appropriate night time lights and controlled access to the building.

Accessibility

Consider the diversity of people groups using the space. Consider physical diversity, as well as social and religious diversity. Create spaces catered to different body types and age groups. Pay attention to way-finding.

The colors and materials tend toward light, neutral, and soft materials reflective of the colors and textures found in nature. Hard, harsh materials and colors are avoided to reduce any anxiety, mental fatigue or darkness in the space. White, grey, green, light pink with a mix of wood tones and upholstery textures create a space that promotes relaxation. Overall, the space echoes a gardens design with natural geometries, ample natural and artificial lighting and soft colors.