Dane County Day Resource Center - The Beacon

Madison, Wisconsin | 12,500 SQ. FT.

This resource center renovation provides comprehensive access to resources for individuals experiencing homelessness in a purpose-built welcoming environment. The project incorporated significant public input and trauma informed building design principles to support guests, Catholic Charities staff and volunteers. The design includes a resource center with computer lab, training rooms, partner offices as well as daily needs including laundry, showers, kitchen, lockers and mail service. A former parking lot was enclosed to create a thoughtful courtyard to provide outdoor program space and an accessible pedestrian and vehicular entry sequence. An October 2017 Wisconsin State Journal article reads “the renovation has dramatically transformed the building, with its broad windows, high ceilings and colorful finishes giving an airy, sunlit, modern feel.”