PROJECT La Casa Permanent Supportive Housing
LOCATION Washington, District of Columbia,
PROJECT COMPLETION DATE 12/1/2014
ARCHITECT Studio Twenty Seven Architecture and Leo A Daly Joint Venture
ASSOCIATED ARCHITECT
OWNER/CLIENT DC Department of General Services
CONTRACTOR Monarc Construction
PHOTOGRAPHER Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
DESIGN TEAM Studio Twenty Seven Architecture and Leo A Daly Joint Venture
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT:
The DC Department of Human Services' "La Casa" is a permanent supportive housing project—a seven-story, 26,200-SF building—on an urban site adjacent amongst high-density residential developments. The project is an important milestone for the District of Columbia in their continued efforts to redefine the concept of housing for the homeless community. La Casa provides permanent housing with supportive services for up to 40 men and does not function as a temporary shelter. Each living unit functions a single-person efficiency to support stability and predictability for the tenants as they transition out of homelessness. The men in residence participate in a variety of trainings, including life-skills, financial management, and job readiness training. The ground floor includes a welcoming lobby, security area, DHS offices, a mail area, and two dwelling units. The basement has laundry, storage, and mechanical spaces. A community room on the second floor opens onto an outdoor terrace. The typical floor has seven dwelling units, including one ADA-accessible unit. While not regularly occupied, a green roof contributes to the design's LEED-Gold certification. Security is provided by a combination of security officers, remotely monitored cameras, and secured door access.
IMAGE CAPTIONS & CREDITS
IMAGE 1 Irving Street NW building facade ©Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
IMAGE 2 Entry lobby view ©Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
IMAGE 3 Lower street facade ©Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
IMAGE 4 View from neighboring courtyard ©Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
IMAGE 5 View along Irving Street NW toward entry ©Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
IMAGE 6 Typical Living Unit ©Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
IMAGE 7 View of Irving Street cityscape from balcony ©Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
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La Casa Permanent Supportive Housing
Category
AIA Maryland > Residential Architecture (Single & Multi-Family) (AIA Maryland)
Winner Status
- Merit Award
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