The ground floor program is focused on daytime uses, including a large dining hall, commercial kitchen, medical clinic, and a secure central courtyard with southern exposure. A large grand stair leads occupants to the second floor public spaces, life skills training rooms, and bunkroom pods. Public spaces, like the second floor community room expressed on the facade, present a welcoming face to the street; administrative spaces converge at the rear of the first floor. On the second floor, clerestory windows and skylights bring light into the bunkroom pods while maintaining privacy. Special populations and guests in crisis have separate, designated sleeping areas.
In the main circulation space, the underside of the building envelope’s metal wrapper is lined with wood with acoustical slats for noise attenuation. Painted metal railings visually correspond to the exterior and interior materials. An emphasis on energy efficiency and a tightly designed and detailed building envelope help the building meet the requirements for Utah Sustainable Building Certification.