gwynne pugh urban studio: CAPSLO homeless services center

'capslo homeless services center' by gwynne pugh urban studio, san luis obispo, california, USA
images courtesy of gwynne pugh urban studio


santa monica-based firm gwynne pugh urban studio has been selected to design the 'CAPSLO homeless services center',
a facility for individuals and families in need of shelter and support near san luis obispo, california. the founding organization,
community action partnership of san luis obispo county (CAPSLO), requires a building to provide housing, medical services
childcare and resource areas to help residents secure employment for a self-sufficient and successful future. the program will
feature community rooms, kitchens, offices and dormitories containing 200 beds for men, women and children.



rear of the center


functions are arranged in accordance with the cardinal directions, positioning the higher security areas near the east
end of the structure with minimal penetrations to the facade. the western half contains public spaces with access to
an open courtyard. privacy and security are controlled through strategic placement of reception and desks to ensure
universal safety while the interaction within the spaces becomes more informal towards the south end of the building.



entrance facade



main entrance



connections with nature



reception



reference / library



floor plan / level 0



floor plan / level 1



section


project info:


architects:
gwynne pugh urban studio
gwynne pugh, faia, design architect
brad buter, project manager
paola maysles, job captain

garcia architecture + design
george garcia, aia, executive architect
bryan ridley, project manager
isaac greenetz, designer

location: san luis obispo, ca
client: community action partnership of san luis obispo county, inc. (capslo)
size: 26,000 square feet building + 26,000 square feet outdoor space