Theses and Dissertations from UMD

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    Home on 7th and P
    (2024) Bugbee, Megan; Burke, Juan; Architecture; Digital Repository at the University of Maryland; University of Maryland (College Park, Md.)
    The purpose of this thesis is to address the on-going homelessness struggles cities face and provide an opportunity to lessen the number of people battling homelessness. Focusing on the DC area, the city has made attempts to end homelessness yet based on the demographics DC’s majority homeless population consist of single male individuals. This is where DC is falling short in the fight to end homelessness by providing for these single individuals. Searching for gaps in the urban fabric typically where these individuals congregate, this thesis aims to provide a solution to add to the existing DC programs to further eliminate homelessness in the area. Proposing a kit of part design solution for a sustainable construction method that can be assembled, dissembled, and transported to new sites depending on need. The kit-of-parts systems include modular wall panels, prefabricated structural frames, roof trusses, and mechanical systems such as HVAC units. By using these standardized components, builders can streamline their processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency while still maintaining high levels of quality. This thesis can provide necessities to the homeless such as beds, safety and security, medical support, and the ability to learn life skills.
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    Preparing for Life After Homelessness: From Homelessness to Transitional Housing
    (2015) Svensson, Katarina Evelina; Eisenbach, Ronit; Architecture; Digital Repository at the University of Maryland; University of Maryland (College Park, Md.)
    Homelessness is a state to recover from, not a problem to fix. Currently in the United States, there are three main strategies provided for aiding the homeless: emergency shelters, permanent housing, and transitional housing. Emergency shelters provide temporary services, however they are often associated with crime, filth, and danger . Permanent housing programs aim to get the homeless of the street and into housing while providing social services, yet places the burden of proof on applicants. Transitional housing however provides temporary living situations and supportive services with an ultimate goal of helping homeless individuals and families prepare to reenter permanent housing, transition to independent living, and become productive members of society. This thesis focuses on models of transitional and supportive housing, and how through design, the needs of homeless individuals and families are best provided for through services. This thesis explores how locating programs and facilities in the underserved community of Harlem Park Baltimore, MD can integrate two communities that have been isolated and neglected.
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    Design Principles for Transitional Housing
    (2007-12-19) Braman, Suzanne M; Bennett, Ralph; Architecture; Digital Repository at the University of Maryland; University of Maryland (College Park, Md.)
    The Washington, DC Office of Victim Services has determined a need for transitional housing and support services for battered woman and their children for the first two years after they leave their residence. It is my assertion that for a family in transition a secure environment can be placed within proximity to their original place of residence. Residing in the neighborhood will empower the individual through the strength of her existing connections to the community while building a new support network. My thesis seeks to discover how architecture can empower abused women to independence, building self esteem and stronger family units. Design principles were derived from research of the both the impact of domestic violence on women and historic examples of affordable housing. The design solution focused on three primary design principles: Security, Community and Individuality, a design integrating a two year program of support services within a courtyard building.