Overview
The New York office of OMA, collaborating with local practice YA Studio, finalized a 160-home apartment block situated in San Francisco, California. This development, identified as 730 Stanyan, marks OMA's first 100 percent affordable housing complex constructed within the United States. The architectural design of the block incorporates an arrangement around multiple courtyards.
Research Context
The project is located in San Francisco, specifically near Golden Gate Park and the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. Its classification as a 100 percent affordable housing complex positions it within the context of housing initiatives aimed at providing accessible residential units.
Approach
The design approach for the 730 Stanyan development involved arranging the 160-home apartment block to incorporate multiple courtyards. This structural organization was implemented by OMA's New York office in conjunction with YA Studio.
Findings
- OMA, via its New York office, has completed a 160-home apartment block in San Francisco.
- The project, 730 Stanyan, was executed in partnership with local practice YA Studio.
- This development is OMA's first 100 percent affordable housing complex in the United States.
- The apartment block's design incorporates multiple courtyards.
- The location of 730 Stanyan is near Golden Gate Park and the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood.