Safety & Security

Consider moving to Overview

cameras, motion-activated lights around the perimeter

automatic locks

double-paned windows

This is a quiet, mature residential neighborhood of a few cul-de-sacs, so there is no through traffic. In fact, past this location there is only one short street with 18 homes, so few cars ever drive by at all.

This area is down in a canyon, so it is especially quiet and there is almost no noise from wind or surrounding areas.

Furthermore, for people recovering from trauma, feeling safe can be just as important as being safe,

aesthetic and architectural the perception of safety.

For example,

uses elements from castles, like the rough-hewn stone block walls and handcrafted lion door knockers on every entry door

Oversized elements (staircase, front door)

Great care has been put into the entry experience. (WEAK?) At Haven House, this starts with ascending an extra-wide, textured staircase

At Cloud Nine, the experience is even more complex; you can read more about on the Recovery Pathway page.

and front door, castle elements (block walls, lion knocker) make it feel like a fortress automatic deadbolt, which helps those with anxiety know that the door is always locked as soon as it's closed.