Our approach was rooted in storytelling and inclusion. The building’s central spine acts as an internal town square, filled with daylight and animated by color, texture, and purposeful geometry. We used architectural elements to reflect the identity of each organization while tying them together in a cohesive whole. Preserving mature oak trees and integrating historical imagery allowed us to acknowledge the site’s complex past, reclaim its narrative, and offer a space that is open, empowering, and deeply rooted in place.