Thugs Mansion

“This magnificent building is called The Bridge, the sleek shelter was designed by Overland Partners Architects in collaboration with CamargoCopeland Architects, and provides not only a visually striking addition to the neighborhood, but a safe haven for people to turn to when they have nowhere else to go. According to the press release, the shelter’s surrounding area has seen a crime reduction of 18%, which in itself is a testament to the power that design can wield when it is executed with a vision of bettering lives” (Inhabit). This beautiful building wasn’t just built, but carefully constructed to reduce energy consumption, and give those inside a sense they were still connected with the outside.

THIS is a community project that wants to make a difference in the lives of these people. Creating a sanctuary, a haven for these people to feel safe in, to feel welcomed into, to feel cared for, and to feel they too are taking steps to better to the environment, is what will deter crime on the street.