Alchemy by Alta
San Francisco, CA
A PLACE FOR ALL Extending over four urban blocks, the site plan includes two pedestrian “streets,” a public community garden and a public community art studio, and creates a hub for both residents and the surrounding community.
PRESERVING THE PAST WHILE CELEBRATING THE FUTURE Two existing historic structures were renovated to form anchors at opposite corners of this new community. Five new structures take cues from the historic structures and other existing buildings in the area while also creating a contemporary residential neighborhood.
NEW URBAN EDGES Parking lots and retaining walls were replaced by a collection of modern buildings with lobby entries, front stoops and engaging outdoor community space, activating a previously blighted section of the community.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Client: Wood Partners BAR Services: Architecture, Planning Site Area: 4.25 Acres Total Built Area: 487,680 gsf Number of Units: 330 Density: 76 du/acre Parking Spaces: 310 Sustainability: Site – Certified LEED ND Gold; New Buildings – GreenPoint Rated Compliant Design Architect/Architect of Record: BAR Architects Design Consultant: Wolf Architecture Civil: Sherwood Design Engineers Structural: KPFF Landscape: Meyer + Silberberg Contractor: Build Group Photography: BAR Architects & Interiors
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