West LA VA Campus Buildings 156, 157, & 158

BEYOND THE STATS

• Adaptive reuse of historic medical buildings for housing: Buildings 156, 157, and 158 transform a 1920s Mission Revival tuberculosis hospital complex into 161 permanent supportive housing units for veterans, aligning residential use with the campus’s long-standing role in care and service.
• Preservation integrated with contemporary residential planning: The rehabilitation retains key character-defining elements such as terrazzo flooring, marble stair wainscot, and wood handrails, while reconfiguring interiors to support modern apartment layouts, accessibility, and building systems.
• Campus-scaled planning that reinforces historic relationships:The three-building cluster maintains original circulation patterns, spatial relationships, and connections through courtyards and pathways, supporting a cohesive residential environment within the North Campus framework.
• Strategic insertion of new program elements: A double-height atrium in Building 157 introduces daylight and orientation within the interior, while a teaching kitchen addition provides community-focused space designed to remain secondary and compatible with the historic structures.
• Durable rehabilitation supporting long-term performance: The project addresses deferred maintenance, seismic upgrades, and integration of modern systems within existing buildings, demonstrating a practical approach to extending the life of large institutional structures while supporting ongoing operations and resident use.

The Fowler Museum at UCLA

• A visit to Fowler Museum at UCLA offers a refreshing mix of global art and culture in a calming designed setting just steps from the energy of Westwood. It’s an easy recommendation for anyone looking to explore unique exhibitions and enjoy a more intimate museum experience on campus.

308 Charles E Young Dr N, Los Angeles, CA 90024

https://fowler.ucla.edu/