4. An adaptive reuse project which transformed the historic Frank Lloyd Wright A.D. German Warehouse into a
shelterforwomenhumantraffickingvictims.Thedesignwillincludevariousspacesthatsupporttherestoration
of the women living there.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
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“PEOPLE ARE RESILIENT. CHILDREN ARE INCREDIBLY RESILIENT. THROUGH QUALITY, TRAUMA-INFO
5. The built environment has the ability to affect one’s emotional and mental state of mind. The design for this
project will use environmental psychology to create a place that is a safe haven for women, physically, mentally
and emotionally, providing a safe and stable home and community that will support and provide assistance in
order to meet all the needs of those living in the shelter.
THESIS STATEMENT
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RMED CARE AND NEW LOVING SUPPORT SYSTEMS, LIVING IN TRUE FREEDOM IS INDEED POSSIBLE.”
6. STATISTICS
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OF VICTIMS ARE
FEMALE80%
55%
UNDOCUMENTED
IMMIGRANT38%6%
LEGAL IMMIGRANT
PERMANENT
RESIDENT
1%
U.S. CITIZEN
79% of Wisconsin human trafficking cases happen in Milwaukee.
It has been documented in all 72 counties.
1,500,00 victims are estimated to be in the USA
14,000-17,000 are trafficked into the USA each year
World governments state that the
biggest need for rescued human
trafficking victims is adequate safe
shelter.
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SEX TRAFFICKING
LABOR TRAFFICKING
OTHER
83%
12%
5%
38%
27%23%
12%35 years old or older
17 years old
or younger
18-24 years old
25-34
years old
Significant percentages of PTSD
PSYCHOLOGICAL AFFECTS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING
More commonly found in women
Anxiety and Depression symptoms
Individuals exposed to this trauma are more likely to be self-destructive
They also have trouble developing interpersonal relationships
STATISTICS
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FOCUS
using light, material, colors, space and volumes, and consideration to the
differentiation between private and communal space types to create and
design an environment that supports the mental, emotional and physical
healing of women that have been subjected to human trafficking.
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BUILDING
Location: Richland Center, Wisconsin
Year Designed: 1915
Year Constructed: 1917-1921
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S A.D. GERMAN WAREHOUSE
GROUNDFLOOR WITH
SUN DIAGRAM
built. Only example of
detail from that decade
300 South Church Stre
Wisconsin 53581
http://www.wrightinwisc
Sites/ADGermanWare
eRichlandCenter.aspx
12. Applying Frank Lloyd Wright’s organic architecture principles to the American
Robin, the Wisconsin state bird, which symbolizes hope and new life.
LINEAR LINES AND GEOMETRIC PATTERNS
SMALL UNIQUE SPACES WITHIN LARGE SPACES
RELATIONSHIP TO SITE
CONVEYS THE SENSE OF SHELTER AND PROTECTION
CIRCULATION AROUND A CENTRAL LOCATION
abstracted, geometric robin and nest
robins return to the same territory to build nests
robin’s nest informing layout
wisconsin state bird
familiarity of the bird, cozy nests
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CONCEPT
14. COLOR SCHEME
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The color scheme was strongly influenced by color theory and the effects that each would
have on the women living in the shelter. It is calm and relaxing but also has enough warmth to
not be cold. The palette also relates to the robin and its natural habitat.
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PARTI
PARTI DIAGRAM
STICKS- the main functional areas
MUD- the connecting and transition areas
GRASS- the central atrium that provides a
circulation point and brings in light
18. FIRST FLOOR
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Meeting areas that can be closed off are important for
meeting with case workers and lawyers.
Having a big and open kitchen is important for gathering and
learning. Kitchen need to be able to be closed off and locked
in order to deal with eating disorders and self-destructive
problems.
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SECOND FLOOR
Educational Rooms for classes that also have space
for studying and tutors. Many life and professional skills
classes can be taught in these rooms.
The gym provides a place for physical health and also all
the mental and emotional benefits that come along with
exercise.
Lots of storage is crucial for donations, gifts and things
the women may hoard or gather for their future.
20. THIRD FLOOR
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Art therapy is a helpful activity and the art room also allows
for the chance to be messy.
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FOURTH FLOOR
The screen in the common areas divide up the larger spaces
on this floor. Open concept floor plans and wide open
spaces can be terrifying for victims. Too much space makes
clients feel too exposed and feel like they have no privacy.
Having bedrooms be as identical as possible is crucial.
25. ENTRY AND GALLERY
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The Entry provides a space for a gallery
to display art done by the women for
therapy. This open area can also be used
for charity events and other gatherings.
29. DINING AREA
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The Dining area faces the largest windows in the
space which brings in natural light and create a
cheerful atmosphere. The tile patterns and the
chandeliers connect to the geometric triangle
patterning inspired by the concept.
30. The Garden Atrium provides a
central point for circulation and
also a source of natural light
through the building. Additionally,
it is a place for the women to learn
to grow plants for cooking and
enjoyment. The trellis acts as a
safety net, both psychologically
and physically. It diminishes the
feeling of being exposed and high
up on the upper floors, and also
provents suicidal attempts.
33. LIBRARY
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1/4”= 1’ SCALE
LIBRARY ELEVATION
The Library provides a space for the women to
relax, learn and curl up in a cozy place with a good
book. The reading nooks are comfortable and
private places that allow for alone time but do not
isolate the women. They mimics the geometry
created by the column capitals that are original to
the building. The form is also reminiscent of a bird
house where a robin would like to dwell.
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35. COMMUNITY AREA
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The common areas are places for the women
to gather in groups to hang out and engage in
community or spend time alone. The wooden
screen creates an enclosed and cozy space,
inspired by a birds nest, to help the women
feel safe and protected. Human trafficking
victims often are afraid of large, open spaces,
so these partitions solve that problem in the
larger areas by creating visual buffers. The
positive and negative patterning of slats and
triangles allows for this safe feeling without
being too closed off or boxed in.
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37. BEDROOM
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The bedrooms provide a serene space for
the women to retreat to for more privacy and
also for sleeping. The light green wall color
was chosen for its calming effect. Geometric
silhouettes of birds take flight on the wall to
symbolize hope and tie the robin to the space.
Creating rooms for two strikes the perfect
balance between giving privacy and the sense
of having one’s own space, but also giving the
women an automatic accountability partner
and guardian through their roommate, as
human trafficking victims are at risk for self-
destructive behavior.
38. Materials were all chosen for their sustainable aspects, durability and also convey
the geometric abstraction of the robin and its nest. Together they create a
comfortable and cozy environment for the women to call home.
MATERIALS
MATERIALS
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39. MATERIALS
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Koi- Carnegie Fabric
Casa Tile- Claesson Koivisto Rune
Live Wire Carpet in Stormy Sky-
Tandus
Meteor S in 747-Carneggie Fabrics
Dandelion Tile- Claesson Koivisto Rune
Crepe in Aquamarine-Herman Miller
Highland in Blue Note - Knoll Textiles
Reclaimed Oak- Deconstruction Inc.
44% Post-Consumer Recycled
Polyester, 38% Polyester, 18%
Nylon
100,000 Double Rubs
Cement Cement
Recycled Content
Aquafil ECONYL® Nylon
100% IFR Xorel
100,000 Double Rubs
100% recycled polyester
200,000 double rubs
100% Wool
40,000 double rubs
Greenguard Certified
Company based in Madison, WI
Sources wood from Wisconsin
40. FURNTIURE
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Prism Light (LED)
by Nathalie Dewez
Goetz Sofa by Herman MillerCharlie Chair by De Steyl
Quality Furniture
Outline CHair by Michael
Samoriz
Brasilia Coffee Table by HighTower
Loft Lounge Chair by Bernhardt Design Breeze Side Table by HighTower
The furniture used for the shelter evokes the sense of Frank Lloyd
Wright’s style and incorporates the geometric nature of the concept’s
aesthetics. They ride the line between institution and residential to fit
the shelter’s unique needs.
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