Design studio NBBJ creates the new Odessa Brown Children's Clinic, which is defined by salvaged wood details and colorful murals that are commissioned by local artists. It blends together medical services at the location with other public amenities such as a community kitchen and basketball court to truly foster a positive communal experience for the diverse area.
NBBJ explains that "The community asked that this clinic be about more than healthcare – a place to hang out after school and study, play basketball and soccer, hold events, share a meal and access food resources. The OBCC's connective amenities are open to not just clinic patients but the neighbourhood at large, uniting multiple generations to foster teaching, learning and sharing."
Image Credit: NBBJ
What's Driving This Trend
- Salvaged-wood Decor
- Design studios are incorporating salvaged wood details into their projects, creating a rustic and eco-friendly aesthetic.
- Community-focused Design
- Designers are prioritizing community amenities and experiences in their projects, going beyond traditional healthcare spaces.
- Commissioning Local Artists
- Design studios are collaborating with local artists to create vibrant and unique murals, adding artistic elements to their designs.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- Architects and designers are exploring innovative ways to incorporate salvaged wood details and community-focused design into their projects.
- Healthcare
- Healthcare providers are embracing community-focused design to create clinics that offer a positive communal experience for patients and the surrounding neighborhood.
- Art
- Local artists are being commissioned by design studios to create murals, bringing their artistic talents into the world of architecture and community spaces.
