Adirondack Youth Lodge

The Adirondack Youth Lodge provides safe, supportive housing for at-risk youth from multiple counties across Northern New York. Beardsley Architects + Engineers designed the facility to offer a secure, welcoming environment with a true “home atmosphere”—balancing privacy, protection, and warmth while avoiding an institutional feel.

At the heart of the 4,500 sq ft lodge is a spacious great room, serving as a central gathering space for residents to relax and socialize. Adjoining this community area are the shared dining and kitchen spaces, designed to encourage residents to participate in meal preparation and enjoy family-style meals. Surrounding the common areas are eight private bedrooms, providing individual comfort and privacy.

Additional amenities include a multimedia room with internet access and video games, staff offices for supervision and support work, and an integrated video surveillance system to ensure safety. Outside, residents have access to a deck, gazebo, basketball court, soccer field, campfire area, and a nearby fishing brook—creating a strong connection to the outdoors and opportunities for recreation.

Supporting the program’s operations are staff parking, a detached two-car garage, and a storage building for craft and construction activities. Delivered early and under budget, this housing stands as a place the community’s youth can proudly call home.