The Riverside Family Shelter provides a temporary home for 26 families as they transition to permanent housing in Los Angeles. Designed to accommodate families with children of all ages, the 11,310 Sq.Ft. adaptive reuse project houses private sleep rooms, a communal dining room, multipurpose spaces and a dedicated study area. The use of colour, natural light and a simple material palette creates an atmosphere of warmth and hope. An outdoor activity area is situated within view of the double height lobby lounge allowing parents to watch their children at play.