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Friend Learning Center

This adaptive reuse project repurposes two vacant corridors within the existing Friend Community Healthcare System into a licensed early childhood facility. The design transforms underutilized space into four distinct classrooms, meeting modern code and safety standards while maintaining the character and continuity of the original structure.

The renovation focused on efficient circulation, secure access, natural daylighting, and creating a calm, durable environment suitable for high daily use. Strategic interventions—such as selective demolition, upgraded mechanical systems, and tailored finishes—enabled a cost-effective conversion without compromising function or longevity.

By working within the constraints of a healthcare facility, the project demonstrates the potential of reimagining existing infrastructure to meet evolving community needs through thoughtful, flexible design.