SEATTLE RESOURCE HUBS

A conceptual vision to dismantle the US-Mexico border wall and repurpose the structural material as a network of resource hubs for immigrant and refugee communities.

The proposal sought to answer the question “What does a Sanctuary City look like?” Partnering with ReWA’s youth program (Refugee Women’s Alliance), we focused on accessibility, visibility, and connectivity in response to the urban/suburban disparity between local residents and immigrant communities. The Hubs are flexible, programmed spaces attached to parking garages within Seattle city proper where refugees can access government agencies, healthcare, education, recreation, and legal aid. The Hubs could also provide street-level visibility for urban commerce, art, and activity.

Collaborators:

HACHA-DESIGN

SKL Architects

ReWa Youth Program

2nd Place Winner - Design in Public and AIA Seattle “Displaced: Design for Inclusive Cities” Competition, 2018

Award of Merit - AIA Seattle Honor Awards, 2019