Ward 5 Short Term Family Housing

Washington, DC

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The District of Columbia is replacing its DC General shelter for homeless families with a network of smaller family housing facilities in each ward of the city. The newly constructed Ward 5 Short Term Family Housing (STFH) facility includes 46 STFH family units; computer labs for the residents; administrative space for staff and providers; outdoor playground and recreational space; age-appropriate indoor recreational space; homework/study lounge for residents; and other amenities.

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Architecture, Preservation, Interior Design

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42,214 SF

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Client: DGS