Bethlehem Inn is a community-based non-profit shelter in Bend, Oregon that serves, nightly up to 150 adults and children experiencing homelessness. They provide safe shelter, meals, case management, access to transportation, and other resources to offer a dignified, positive respite for those experiencing homelessness
Our work encompassed planning, design and construction administration for a new family residence and Service Hub at the existing facility that expands the organization’s capacity to serve families experiencing homelessness.
Designed to meet the needs of families with children, the new residence replaced a failing building and doubled the shelter’s service capacity from five to 10 families at a time. Comfort, convenience, and privacy were key elements that guided the design.
Calming color palettes, infusion of natural light and inviting materials create a warm, welcoming environment for guests
The patio, children’s play area, and family dining room offer home-like communal gathering spaces and each family in residence has access to a shared pantry.
Every guest room offers an en suite bathroom, and curtain dividers in each room provide privacy to individual family members.