Nestled
A temporary divorced family housing.
A social housing community in downtown Providence, Nestled fosters a safe space for separated parents seeking a healing and reparative experience. This transitional stay, structured from the concept of “nesting,” follows an arrangement where each parent alternates his/her stay in the main family unit. By maintaining a consistent familial environment, children are able to continue a stable and secure attachment to each parent who, at the same time, are able to enjoy their private lives. A time for healing, structure and routine serves critical in the wellbeing of the family as parents develop his/her roles and find balance in co-parenting and solo-parenting. With a cafe, boardwalk, and ample outdoor area, family members can spend time outside the household as well as engage with others in the community. While separation comes with no handbook, Nestled aims to serve as a transitional chapter where families can navigate and find themselves.
233 Weybosset St. Providence, RI 02903
Residential
2020
Concept of Nesting
Method of co-parenting where both parents keep the marital family home and the children reside there full time. At all times, one parent stays in the marital home while the other in the rented space.
• Promote consistency in the family structure and living environment
• Creation/continuation of children’s stability
• Softens transitional period or “2 sets of everything”
• Short term stay that can provide solutions
Elevation
Section A
Section B
SINGLE FAMILY UNIT
Housing 6-8 residents, each unit was designed in a manner where a balance of privacy and family was given to each family member. Given the structure of "nesting" where each parent alternate as caregivers, emphasis was placed on the intersection of the main and parent units. With a sliding panel and swing door, the parent's unit opens up to the main unit, merging the spaces with kitchen as the connection. Meanwhile, the other parent is able to enjoy his/her private life with the panel and swing doors closed.
