City of Madison – Bartillon Men’s Shelter

Open lounge with gray armchairs, wood ceiling beams, and teal tile walls in modern building
Dormitory room with blue-mattressed beds and cubicle dividers beneath exposed wood ceiling
Double-height entry atrium with colorful pendant lights, wood ceiling, and concrete staircase
Mechanical room with insulated piping, blue valves, red pumps, and chilled water supply lines

Project Overview

Madison’s first purpose-built men’s shelter, the Bartillon Shelter was designed to provide a safe and supportive environment for up to 250 guests. The approximately 40,000-square-foot facility combines trauma-informed design with sustainable strategies including geothermal heating and cooling, rainwater reuse, energy-efficient lighting, and mass timber construction. The LEED Gold® certified facility creates a welcoming, high-performing space designed to serve the Madison community for years to come.

Project Details

Project Size:

42,000 Square Feet

Project Cost:

$27 million

IBC Contributions

  • Design
  • Plumbing
  • Fire Protection
  • HVAC
  • Electrical
  • Architectural Lighting