LifeWorks NW provides prevention, mental health, and addiction services to children, teens, families, adults, and seniors. The non-profit relocated its headquarters in 2019 to the Rockwood neighborhood of Portland, an area struggling with crime, addiction, and gang violence. Carleton Hart designed this new three-story building with offices, lobby, pharmacy, training kitchen, medical rooms and a children’s play area.

The design focused on connectivity and providing access to the center with multiple sidewalks connecting to public rights of way. A plaza at the main building entrance welcomes guests with site furnishings and bicycle parking. The third floor offers access to a large outdoor terrace with views of Mt. Hood and the surrounding neighborhood. This new location supports LifeWorks NW it its efforts to engage the local community and connect people to services.

Sustainability was incorporated into site design with stormwater managed on site with energy efficient site lighting.