Wake County Public Health Center
Conceived as a transformative new destination for public health and social services, the Wake County Public Health initiative reimagines how facilities can support a healthier, more connected community while accommodating evolving operational needs over the next 20 years.
LOCATION Raleigh, NC
COMPLETED 2026
SIZE 153,000 SF
PHOTOGRAPHER Tzu Chen
DESIGN PARTNER OBA & Guidian Consulting
Innovative Approach to Care
The campus is designed around a whole-person model of care, bringing complementary health and social services together in a cohesive environment that prioritizes accessibility, dignity, and ease of navigation. Thoughtfully organized programs create intuitive client journeys, reducing barriers to care while fostering more meaningful interactions between service providers and the community. Welcoming public spaces, clear wayfinding, and strategically aligned service areas support a high level of customer service while empowering visitors to access resources with greater independence and confidence.
Flexible Future Frameworks
Guided by long-range planning and operational visioning, the facility is designed to adapt alongside changing healthcare delivery models, emerging technologies, and future community needs. Flexible interior environments, scalable infrastructure, and technology-enabled service strategies create a resilient foundation for growth and innovation. Safe, efficient, and highly adaptable spaces support both current operations and future transformation, positioning the campus as a forward-thinking hub that advances public health outcomes while serving as a cornerstone of community wellbeing for decades to come.
