The Women’s Institute Youth Supportive Housing (WYSH) is a new affordable housing complex for underprivileged and homeless youth who are 18-24 years old. WYSH House included the demolition of one building and the new construction of a three-story building comprising 12 efficiency apartments, complete with kitchen and bathroom.

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All units are adaptable for accessibility. The facility includes a common kitchen, computer lab, community room, media lounge, and a resource center. The first floor includes office space for on-site case management. The site is located in a transit-oriented and walkable neighborhood that provides a range of amenities.

CLIENT

Women & Families Center

LOCATION

Meriden, Connecticut

YEAR COMPLETED

2021

SIZE

10,000 SF

COST

$3,400,000
2022 Connecticut Building Congress (CBC), 1st Place Award

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ADDRESS

195 Scott Swamp Rd, Farmington, CT 06032

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