New Harmony, an affordable and sustainable residential project in Davis, California received an exceptionally high GreenPoint Rating of 197 points. After having participated in visioning gatherings with local residents, Kuchman Architects collaborated with a variety of other consultants in the development this 80% net-zero energy project. The dwelling units have been oriented to take advantage of the prevailing delta breezes for improved air quality and the passage of the sun across the southern sky to brighten the interiors. All units within the project are accessible to the disabled. Construction was completed in February 2013.
New Harmony, Davis, CA: Affordable Apartments, Site Planning
CLIENT
Sacramento Mutual Housing Association
Yolo Mutual Housing Association
PROJECT TYPE
Affordable Apartments
BUILDING TYPE
Three-story wood frame
PROJECT SIZE
3.08 net acres
69 dwelling units
3,892 sq. ft. Community Building
123 vehicle parking spaces
140 bicycle parking spaces
Density: 22.4 units per acre