The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lowell includes the renovation and addition to an existing outdated facility. Located within close proximity to downtown Lowell, the new club will include 65,000 sq ft of space. The new design makes a strong connection with the adjacent Clemente Park and the National Historic Park Canal Parkway.
GARRISON RESIDENCE
REDONDO BEACH, CA
The 3,500 sq. ft. home is located in Redondo Beach, one block from the Pacific Ocean. The simple massing is accentuated by articulated openings, situated and designed to frame views of the surrounding mountains and ocean. The geometry used to create the system of apertures continues throughout the interior. Surfaces of pattern and openings define zones of circulation and living spaces.
LOCATION
Redondo Beach, CA
PROGRAM
Single Family Residence
SIZE
3,500 sq ft
STATUS
Completed 2015
DISTINCTIONS
AIA LA, Residential Design Award
AIA South Bay Design Award
Interior Dsign Best of Year Award
Interior Design Magazine, Published
CLIENT
Jane & Mark Garrison
The home, completed in 2015 consists of three stories and is designed with an open floor plan. The living spaces open to several private outdoor terraces including a roof top garden that takes advantage of the surroundings.
The home is environmentally sound. Sustainable strategies include photovoltaics for power and a solar hydronic system for the heating of water. The latest in green technologies, materials and building systems are used throughout. The distinct form of the building optimizes airflow, natural light and sun protection. The landscape is in keeping with the native coastal vegetation.
