Son of a Saint Headquarters
New Orleans, Louisiana
Founded in 2011 by the son of the late Saints player Bivian Lee, Jr., Son of a Saint emerged as a response to a pressing need for support services for young men in New Orleans who had lost their fathers. The organization quickly gained momentum, offering a wide range of services from tutoring to mental health therapy. This growth led Son of a Saint to acquire and renovate a century-old icehouse to further expand its offerings. NANO was brought on board to manage the delivery of furniture, fixtures, and equipment needed for the new space, ensuring Son of a Saint could continue its vital work in providing a supportive environment for fatherless young men in the city.
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana
Size
15,605
Status
2022
Category
Civic + Cultural, Commercial
Project Team
Terri Dreyer, Ian Dreyer, Samantha Johnson
As the organization commemorated its 10th anniversary, plans were set in motion to create a new headquarters that could serve as a hub for services and a beacon of inspiration for its young mentees. Trapolin-Peer Architects led the ambitious renovation of the historic 100-year-old icehouse, with NANO playing a pivotal role in ensuring the interior spaces were optimized for functionality and longevity.
NANO's expertise in handling the Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FFE) package was evident throughout the project. We ensured that every aspect of the center's design contributed to its mission of fostering growth and empowerment among its beneficiaries and would be functional for years to come. The result is a renovated facility now offering an array of spaces, ranging from open lounges for tutoring sessions to mezzanine-level game rooms and fully equipped gyms. These spaces are designed to cultivate a sense of community and belonging among the young men served by Son of a Saint.