Federal Health Care Center Community Living Courtyard
Project Summary
This Federal Health Care Center identified a need for a therapeutic healing garden for the courtyard area outside the community living center. Bailey Edward ensured the design for this healing garden provided accessible gardening opportunities for residents, as well as a park-like atmosphere to be utilized for socializing and therapy.
Phase One comprised the construction of the Bean Garden Walk (paving only), Veterans Overlook, and paving connection from the existing southeast parking lot to the existing building. Phase Two comprised the construction of the entry court and the Veterans Cafe & Garden. Phase Three comprised the construction of the private garden, strolling garden, picnic area, and Veterans Outlook fireplace patio and pergola. And, Phase Four involved the construction of the rock stream terrace, the practice green, community landscaping, and any remaining landscaping for previously constructed areas.
client
Department of Veterans Affairs
location
North Chicago, Illinois
cost
$1.3 million
Services
Specialties
client
Department of Veterans Affairs
location
North Chicago, Illinois
cost
$1.3 million
Services
Specialties
Open spaces
The phased approach, outlined by Bailey Edward, included design consideration for a picnic area, strolling garden, private garden, entry court, veterans overlook, bean garden walk, and rock stream terrace. The phased approach taken identified a sequence that allowed for continued use of the existing outside spaces while providing access for construction activities without damaging newly constructed areas.