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 Computer visualization view from corner of Third and Le Conte, version from October, 2010.
 Existing condition photographic panorama at intersection of 3rd and Le Conte streets.
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Taking over the site of a disused motel, this project will provide green, supportive housing for formerly homeless families and bring new life and “eyes on the street” to the Bayview neighborhood of San Francisco.
The transit-oriented housing is well placed for residents without cars: It is adjacent to the Muni light rail line and will also provide social services on-site.
The building steps down along the steep slope of Le Conte Street, its massing broken into discrete volumes to reflect the residential neighborhood fabric. The five-story building fronts both Le Conte and Third streets and wraps around a large communal courtyard that features many uses for the enjoyment of all residents. A picnic area and playground are surrounded by an “edible landscape,” an 8,500-square-foot urban garden made of raised planting beds that allow residents to get their hands dirty and grow their own food. The garden, while protected, is visually open to provide a glimpse of green to passersby through the building entry.
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 Computer visualization montage view from Le Conte Street done September, 2010.
 Existing condition photographic panorama from down Le Conte Street.
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The sustainable plan employs several complementary green strategies—including solar domestic hot water and storm-water treatment—and is being designed within the Build It Green GreenPoint Rated program.
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At right is a short movie illustrating the schematic design concept.
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6600 3rd Street Housing from Db+P, Architects on Vimeo.
To reflect and honor the history of the neighborhood and the residential population, an Afrocentric theme runs through the development, with African=-inspired design elements reflected in the entry, balconies and garden. For example, the entry portico is based on a kgotla, a Botswanian shade canopy that defines a gathering space for community decisions to be made.
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 Landscape aerial courtyard perspective sketch.
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 Rondaval hut.
 The African livestock pen, Kraal, surrounding and protecting the traditional homes, Rondaval.
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The interdisciplinary firm Rebar Group—known for starting the civic-minded PARK(ing) Day—is developing the plan for an extensive community garden and green area within the site.
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project details
Owner
Providence Foundation
Nonprofit Housing Developer
Mercy Housing California
Development Consultant
MSPD
Landscape Architect
Interstice Architects
Community Garden Designer
Rebar Group
Structural Engineer
OLMM Consulting Engineers
Electrical Engineer
FW Associates
Lighting Designer
WSP-Flack+Kurtz
Mechanical/Plumbing Engineer
Raymond Brooks Engineering
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| project data |
1075 LeConte
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20709 |
Third and Le Conte Streets
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| San Francisco, California |
| In Design |
| number of units |
| studio |
17 |
| 1 bedroom |
24 |
| 2 bedroom |
24 |
| 3 bedroom |
8 |
| total |
73 |
density ratios
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project sf
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85,482 |
| site sf |
26,337 |
| acres |
0.6 |
| total bedrooms |
113 |
| units/acre |
121 |
| certification |
GreenPoint Rated
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Registered |
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