Community of Hope Family Health & Birth Center
Gensler
HEALTHCARE / MATERNAL HEALTH FACILITY
PROJECT OVERVIEW
A Space for Care, Birth, and Community Healing
The Community of Hope Family Health & Birth Center is designed to support holistic, community-centered care—creating a safe, dignified environment for maternal health, wellness, and healing. Rooted in equity and accessibility, the project reimagines healthcare spaces as places of comfort, empowerment, and trust.
Serving families across Washington, DC, the center integrates clinical care with community support services, offering a continuum of care that prioritizes both physical and emotional well-being. The design reflects a commitment to addressing disparities in maternal health by creating spaces that feel welcoming, culturally responsive, and deeply human.
Where care begins with dignity. Where community supports healing.
THE ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT
Designing for Dignity and Wellness
Gensler’s design for the Community of Hope Family Health & Birth Center prioritizes patient-centered care through thoughtful spatial planning, calming materiality, and an emphasis on comfort and privacy. The layout balances clinical functionality with a welcoming, residential quality—helping to reduce stress and create a sense of ease for patients and families.
Natural light, warm finishes, and clear circulation pathways contribute to an environment that supports healing and connection. The design fosters a sense of trust and belonging, ensuring that care is not only delivered, but experienced with dignity and compassion.
Architecture that nurtures care, comfort, and community.
ARTIST INTERPRETATION
Wombs of Strengthh
“Wombs of Strength” is a powerful visual exploration of Black maternal resilience, care, and generational continuity. Through layered imagery and symbolic storytelling, the installation centers the strength, vulnerability, and sacredness of motherhood—honoring the lived experiences of Black women and families.
Drawing from themes of protection, ancestry, and healing, the artists create a space that reflects both the physical and emotional journey of birth. Organic forms, soft textures, and expressive figures work together to evoke a sense of grounding, safety, and connection—reinforcing the importance of culturally responsive care environments.
Honoring life.
Centering care.
Uplifting strength.
THE COLLABORATION
Where Architecture and Art Intersect
The collaboration between Gensler and artists Kaylee Daryl and Tarika Campbell transforms the Community of Hope Family Health & Birth Center into an environment that reflects both care and cultural identity. Through the integration of architectural design and artistic expression, the project extends beyond function to create a space that supports emotional and communal healing.
Together, the design and artwork reinforce the importance of culturally responsive care—ensuring that patients and families feel seen, supported, and valued throughout their experience.
A shared vision—rooted in care, expressed through space..
Community of Hope Family Health & Birth Center
PROJECT DETAILS
Healthcare / Maternal Health Facility
FIRM
Gensler
ARTISTS
Kaylee Daryl, Tarika Campbell
THEME
Black Maternal Empowerment
YEAR
2025