Stockton Navigation Center Reaches the Finish Line
After two years of planning, design, and construction, the Stockton Navigation Center is officially complete: including furnishings, finishing touches, and final occupancy approval. Built on an unconventional site beneath two freeway overpasses and constructed using modular technology, this project redefines what’s possible in both location and execution. The space is now fully operational and ready to begin serving the community it was designed for.
This groundbreaking facility marks a major achievement for G&G Builders and every partner involved, including the City of Stockton, RPM Team, and countless local organizations that shared the mission of helping individuals experiencing homelessness gain access to critical services and support.
Building More Than Shelter
The goal of the Stockton Navigation Center wasn’t just to build a shelter; it was to create a place of transition, healing, and hope. Designed to accommodate up to 180 individuals, the center offers more than a place to sleep. It provides:
Separate sleeping quarters for men, women, and couples
Shower and restroom facilities
A commercial kitchen
Laundry services
Medical and mental health exam rooms
Administrative offices for service providers
Ample indoor and outdoor common spaces for community engagement
By including these critical services under one roof, the center aims to offer a true pathway out of homelessness.
A World’s First in Modular Construction
One of the most remarkable aspects of this project is its structure. It is believed to be the world’s first three-story modular navigation center, a feat that required innovation, coordination, and creative problem-solving from the project team.
Modular construction was chosen for its speed, efficiency, and sustainability—allowing for much of the building process to occur off-site in a controlled environment. Once completed, the modules were transported to the site and assembled with precision. Despite the complexity of the location and the building system, the final result is seamless.
This approach not only shortened the overall construction timeline but also offered a scalable, repeatable solution for cities looking to address homelessness with limited resources or space.
From Ribbon Cutting to Completion
Earlier this year, a ribbon-cutting ceremony introduced the space to community leaders and the public, celebrating the progress made to that point. But there was still work left to do.
Since then, crews have completed all outstanding construction elements and installed furnishings throughout the facility. Final inspections and occupancy approvals have been secured, officially closing out the project and marking the center as ready for use.
Looking Ahead
Now fully complete, the Stockton Navigation Center stands as a model for what’s possible in modern, mission-driven construction. It reflects G&G’s commitment to building for purpose, to partnering with community-focused organizations, and to delivering spaces that create real, measurable impact.
We’re proud to have been part of a project that pushes boundaries—not just in engineering, but in how we think about support systems for the unhoused.