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

North Elevation

Section Model

Concept Model

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

North Section

East Section

Wall Section

Second Level Plan

East Elevation

Third Level Plan

Site Plan

Section Model