Safe Homes Apartments

For Women and Children Escaping Domestic Violence

Softwares: Rhino, Illustrator, Photoshop

2nd Year BArch, Professor Aura Venckunaite

This pink apartment building in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood serves as a beacon of hope for women and children escaping domestic violence. It features a daycare for residents, an enclosed courtyard for safe play, and offices offering assistance upon entering. The design includes angled roofs with windows to maximize natural light. Additionally, there is a dedicated area with donated clothing for women who have left their jobs and homes for safety. This project provides a secure haven and essential resources, creating a nurturing environment for those seeking refuge.

Illustration of people walking and interacting outside modern pink buildings on a street.

Architectural floor plan of a multi-room building featuring a central courtyard, surrounding rooms, and open spaces. Includes design elements like furniture, pathways, and vehicles outside. Layout suggests residential or mixed-use structure.

First Level Plan

Second Level Plan

Third Level Plan

North Elevation

East Elevation

North Section

East Section

Site Plan

Section Model

Wall Section

Architectural model of a two-story building section with interior rooms and furniture, alongside an outdoor playground area with swings and human figures.

Section Model

Section Model

Concept Model