PROJECT TEAM:
Edward I. Waterbury A.I.A.
Richard Shugar, A.I.A.
Mariko Blessing, Assoc. A.I.A.
Vale Larson–Brasted, Assoc. A.I.A.

Landscape Architect:
David Dougherty, DLA Inc.

Structural Engineer:
M.R. Richards Engineering

Developer & Contractor:
Rainbow Valley Design and Construction

Townhouse Size:
2060 s.f. each

Sustainability was the central theme for this project. Density, natural light, ventilation, conservation, and green
materials were the major components for the rowhouses. These strategies are instrumental in the project receiving the L.E.E.D.- H Silver certification for homes. The rowhouses were designed to be the first phase of a larger, medium density residential development. Their design is meant to blend in with the character and scale of the historic Fairmount neighborhood. Each unit has a complementing garage with a second level studio above, framing an outdoor garden space. Making the most of the small parcels, access to the garages is from an alleyway which gives the small lots a more spacious feeling.

This project was certified with a LEEDtm Silver Rating from the U.S. Green Building Council in 2006.

Awarded First Place for Residential Architecture in the A.I.A. People’s Choice Awards in 2006.