Restoring a formally abandoned brownfield site, the new design of Ballard Food Bank nearly doubles the size and capacity of the existing operation.
The 987 m2 (10,628 sf) building is designed by Graham Baba Architects and features a supermarket-style to create a dignified and normalized shopping experience for those needing food assistance.
An enlarged warehouse and outdoor storage yard serves the market and the food bank’s delivery programs, while a new office space provides a space for the administrative team.
The building form consists of a larger industrial shed-like form housing the market and warehouse; and a smaller, more residentially scaled sloped roof form creating a welcoming entry.
A newly built streetscape, gardens, urban agriculture beds, and seating areas surround the building. A sustainability strategy was crafted around reducing operational costs for the food bank and creating a healthier environment for the unique community it serves.
