Exterior view of a modern two-story building with blue facade and white trellis roof structure.

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An architectural illustration of a modern apartment complex with labeled features such as light mist blue vertical cement board siding, snowdrift railing, painted doors, and cloud grey stucco. The design includes solar panels on the roof, metallic silver perforated corrugated metal siding, and a snowdrift metal trellis. The layout features a central courtyard with surrounding trees and pathways.

Story

Redefining Community Living with Social and Ecological Focus Northview Apartments in Sacramento challenges conventional apartment design by prioritizing social interaction over isolated private spaces. The complex features a central court that acts as a communal beacon, with strategically placed windows and exterior circulation paths that connect the 67 low-income apartments visually and spatially to shared areas. The two-story perimeter structures facilitate cross-ventilation and overlook two primary social spaces: a garden and a social courtyard. Breezeways provide seamless access from surrounding gardens and parking, enhancing airflow through central spaces. A community room, positioned strategically between these spaces, features large sliding glass doors that open to both exterior areas, reinforcing the connection between indoor and outdoor environments. Above, a two-story trellis offers shade and dappled light, contributing to the building's LEED Platinum certification. Situated near the confluence of the American and Sacramento Rivers, the project supports ecological connectivity and resilience. It incorporates passive design strategies and environmentally friendly materials to reduce carbon consumption and enhance biodiversity. The landscape design limits impervious surfaces and employs drought-tolerant plants, preserving water quality by filtering runoff before it reaches nearby rivers.

## Design Highlights

Central court as a social space Perimeter structures for cross-ventilation Community room with sliding glass doors Two-story trellis for shade LEED Platinum certification

## Key Facts

Feature Description
Location Sacramento, California
Architect Brooks Scarpa
Year of Completion 2026
Number of Units 67 low-income apartments
Certification LEED Platinum
Key Design Elements Central court, breezeways, trellis

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • Facade: The facade features a mix of solid and perforated metal panels, corrugated metal siding, and colorful accents.
  • Roof: The roof includes a two-story trellis providing shade and dappled light.

Materials

  • Metal — Used in facade panels, trellis, and railings.
  • Glass — Used in windows and sliding doors.
  • Cement board siding — Used in vertical siding.
  • Stucco — Used in exterior walls.

Construction / Systems

  • Ventilation: Cross ventilation is achieved through strategically placed windows and breezeways.
  • Sustainability: The project includes solar panels and drought-tolerant landscaping to support ecological resilience.

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: blue, white, metallic silver, cloud grey
  • Lighting: Natural light with shade provided by trellises and large windows.

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