These two 3-story mixed-use buildings, side-by-side reflecting each other, sit on a narrow thirty-foot lot along Ocean Front walk on world famous Venice Beach. This culturally diverse urban community is a busy commercial pedestrian area, popular with tourists and locals alike.
Architect: Kanner Architects Location: Venice Beach, California, USA Project Area: 13,000 sqf
Each of the buildings houses a retail space on the ground level and two 3-bedroom apartments on the floors above. Features include: a roof deck with unobstructed ocean views; a setback for privacy from the busy street; double height ceilings; private patios and balconies.
The design is modern in character and utilizes sustainable planning building strategies and incorporates the use of environmentally friendly materials. The units, with their east-west orientation are planned with passive sustainable strategies. The open plans achieve uninterrupted flow of space that uses access to natural light and cross ventilation. These principals fulfill a commitment to sustainable design.
