Harlem Wellness Center

According to a study conducted by the New York City Departments of Health and City Planning and the New York City Economic Development Corporation, in certain low income neighborhoods, including Harlem, residents are under-served by grocery stores that sell fresh produce. Resulting from consuming low amounts of nutritious fresh foods, residents will risk higher rates of developing diet-related diseases, like heart disease, diabetes and obesity.

In response to the area’s lack of recreational facilities and fresh foods grocery stores, the building is a swimming center that houses food stalls that venue for the purchase of fresh foods