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Yale Child Study Center

The internationally recognized Yale Child Study Center needed to consolidate multiple locations into a single, centralized space serving children with behavioral health needs. Using biophilic design principles, the new facility creates a welcoming and nurturing retreat for all who enter.

COLLABORATION ART INTEGRATION RESULT

Location

New Haven, CT

Services

Programming
Predesign
Concept Design
Complete Architectural Services
Interior Design/FF&E

Project Size and Type

55,500 s.f.
Renovation

Schedule

Completion: October 2019

Collaboration

Stakeholders utilized a series of workshops to create a shared vision of the new Center. Given the variety of users who would inhabit the space -- staff, caregivers, children and their families – the engagement process was critical and rewarding.

Art Integration

Unexpected architectural details and colorful art distinguish YCSC. Entering from the street, clients are welcomed by a double-height lobby and sculptural installation of fish – putting visitors at ease and setting the tone for the experience ahead.

Result

YCSC’s new home is not only user-friendly for patients and their families, it creates a supportive research and work environment that promotes collaboration and cross-pollination of ideas for this celebrated institution.