Greater Whittier LGBTQ+ Community Center

Addressing a vital need for LGBTQ+ resources in southeastern Los Angeles County, the Greater Whittier LGBTQ+ Community Center makes an immediate statement through bold, colorful exterior murals that transform a once anonymous 1960s County Probation office into a beacon of pride and belonging. Large-scale painted graphics wrap the building in vibrant color, celebrating visibility, resilience, and joy while signaling to the community that this is a safe and affirming place. The exterior murals serves as both landmark and invitation, setting the tone for a space dedicated to advocacy, care, and connection. Operated by the Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse, the center provides substance addiction services, mental health treatment, legal assistance, youth programs, workshops, referrals, and support groups, along with drop-in amenities for unhoused individuals.
Inside the 2,600 SF tenant improvement at the Whittier Public Health Center, the energy of the exterior murals continues through expressive interior graphics, branded environments, and inclusive storytelling. Reception, group meeting rooms, interview spaces, a conference room, and a flexible multipurpose area support cultural programs, outreach events, and volunteer engagement. Rooms are named in honor of notable California LGBTQ+ public officials, reinforcing representation and legacy. The Experiential Graphic Design team extended the bold visual identity from the façade into the lobby and designed a future donor wall that will grow with the organization. The project transforms an outdated civic building into a vibrant community anchor defined by color, visibility, and pride.