As seen in the lobby, Interprise relied on vibrant colors and graphics to distinguish the design of remodeled office space for the Jane Addams Hull House New Directions program. F or many teens, reaching age 18 brings a level of independence for which they have been longing. For those less fortunate, however, that age only brings more fears, worries and struggles. Abused or neglected as children, these teens have grown up without the benefit of strong role models.
Therapists also are available to provide psychological counseling.
Bold design elements were created for common areas, including this hallway that leads to a training room and is adjacent to the case workers' open office area. When the program started, offices were crammed into an existing Hull House facility. But now, with a staff of 100 looking after 250 young men and women and thousands of government dollars to manage, adequate space was needed. Approximately 24,000 square feet of existing office space in Chicago's West Loop was leased for the program. This more than tripled New Directions' office space and required interior office planning and design, as well as appropriate furniture finishes and equipment.