The project site is located at the intersection of Hillen and Fallsway in the Old Town Neighborhood of Downtown Baltimore.  It was formerly a parking lot, across the way from the Baltimore Farmer's Market held under I-83 on Sundays.

The site is challenged by its location in the 100-year flood plain and its proximity to the Jones Falls Culvert, which contains a waterway running through the city.

The project entails the design of a new 56,000 SF clinic and headquarters building for Health Care for the Homeless, an organization that “pro­vides health-related services, education, and advocacy to reduce the incidence and burdens of homelessness.”

The building includes: clinic spaces for comprehensive medical and mental health services; a variety of class­rooms, activity rooms, and meeting rooms; a commercial pharmacy; corporate offices; and a parking garage.

The client is committed to a “green” building solution, and LEED Gold-certification is being sought. Some of the sustainable design strategies include: a vegetated roof, solar hot water, low-flow plumbing fixtures, ener­gy-efficient light fixtures, and flooring finishes with high recycled content. Full architectural and interior design services (including furniture selection and specification) are being provided.

The building's construction is on schedule for completion in 2010.

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