The use of common spaces, such a gym and cafeteria, is proposed in order to increase the building's efficiencies.

Community need is being considered in the proposed facility design. One example is the decision to include a full-size basketball court due to public demand for gym space.

Both Riverside and Moving Forward lack recreational and physical education spaces. The programs presently have access to one outdoor basketball hoop which is located in a parking lot.

The proposed facility is designed with appropriately sized learning spaces that support each student populations’ unique needs.

Practical Assessment Exploration Program (PAES lab) will allow students opportunities with exploration, training and assessment through hands-on experience in a simulated work environment.

The Moving Forward program serves students ages 18-21 who have disabilities and prepares them for transition into home life and job training. The space is designed as an apartment style space that will allow students to gain life skills they need. Presently the program does not have a sufficient space in which students can learn how to cook, clean and practice other basic skills needed to be successfully independent.