Libby Riddell

Interior Design, 2018

Mothers all over the country are faced with challenges in supporting their children. This project addresses that issue here in Columbus. This particular group of people might need more support than a single individual; Moms Makin’ Moves aims to provide that. This project will support young women in the Franklinton area by providing affordable housing, as well as employment, and experience through a bakery on the first floor. Providing these mothers with basic necessities like a safe place to raise their families, and a job with flexible hours and a living wage will contribute to the existing population of women in the neighborhood. In turn, it will support the current residents of Franklinton. While there are several programs that support females, this particular project will focus on the idea of social enterprise; allowing the bakery to support the goal of supporting single mothers.

By utilizing a space in Franklinton as a bakery, and housing unit, moms will be able to (1) safely raise their children, be employed, and (2) contribute to the Franklinton community both socially and economically.

Libby Riddell is a designer from Ashtabula, Ohio. She is interested in social impact design, retail design, and strategy and research. Throughout her time in Columbus, Libby has gained valuable experiences through her internships at The Ohio State University’s Office of Student Life, Facility, Planning and Design Department, and WD Partners. As IIDA’ student leader, she is excited to continue to create, discover and explore as a professional in the design community.