Connections is a mixed-use residential project designed to support the most vulnerable members of the community. The apartments accommodate all levels of elder care while also providing a safe and protected environment for women escaping abuse, made possible through integrated security protocols. The project centers on the idea that care, safety, and dignity are strengthened through shared community, bringing residents together with access to services, supportive spaces, and a stable place to live. Rather than isolating those in need, the design intentionally forms a community around them—one rooted in protection, support, and human connection.
Los Angeles, California, USA
Summer 2022
Paul Chiu
Community College