SANTA CRUZ
RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PREPARED BY
FOR THE
VERDE DESIGN
SC RIVER FRONT DEVELOPMENT, LLC
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PROJECT CONTEXT RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT, SANTA CRUZ The project is located adjacent to the existing San Lorenzo River Levee to the east and Front Street to the west. Front Street runs one block east of Pacific Avenue, the main commercial street in downtown Santa Cruz. Cathcart Street connects Pacific avenue to Front Street and as proposed continues eastward as a pedestrian thoroughfare to the levee and beyond. The existing development in the area sits behind or in front of the levee, depending on your vantage point, and does very little to connect the community to the river. The proposed development seeks to integrate this connection in a manner that is both respectful of the setting and in many respects setting the tone for future riverfront development. Approach: In developing conceptual thoughts for the Riverfront Development in Santa Cruz our team felt the intent of the development is the strength of the development – connect residents to the river. Our plan seeks to support and enhance this ideal. One which is sorely lacking in my community of Santa Cruz. We see this project as both a private yet very public project. The success of the project is the integration of the public with the private spaces in a manner that hopefully is not a straight line or involves a solid fence.
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PROJECT APPROACH RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT, SANTA CRUZ
On Front Street, we see a new streetscape which integrates circulation, site amenities
At the upper level, we are greeted by a landmark sculpture again reflecting the presence
and vegetation in a carefully orchestrated manner. New sidewalks of colored concrete
of the river. This space forms a hub of connectivity. The proposed restaurant floor
supported by a more textural element like precast pavers or stone pavers at the live
elevation is roughly 18”-2’ above the levee elevation and is connected with a covered
work spaces bring a richness to the space. The street trees, planters and wall plantings
terrace. The covered element uses folding or rolling garage doors to allow an outdoor
will be carefully executed to bring the space a pedestrian scale. Plantings can be green
experience but flexible enough to close during winter or foggy nights. This space may
walls, pots, vines and trees which work together to establish a character in the space.
also feature out door fire pits. The adjacent space to the south will also have an elevated
This character is also further reinforced through use of benches, bike racks, trash and
seating area to support their retail endeavor.
recycling containers. Street light or building mounted lighting will offer both visibility for evenings but also to celebrate the architectural character of the facades. The Cathcart pedestrian connection is a visually and physically important one to establish a relationship from the river to downtown, which is also sorely missing. Connections, visually and physically, are important and will be the components that will make the project a success in the eyes of the public. Beginning at the intersection of Front Street and Cathcart we propose a tabled intersection allowing a seamless pedestrian crossing – one familiar to locals along Pacific Avenue. Looking east at this intersection one will see the retails spaces on the ground floor spilling out in to a plaza space with tables and chairs. The ground plane in this space transitions to architectural unit pavers to bring both texture and color diversity to the space but also a qualitative presence. As one looks east at this point, a set of stairs leads upward to the levee, which is broken up by trees and a green edge creeping in “over” the stairs. The north wall adjacent to the stairs utilizes artwork to start making connections to the rivers with a textured wall
For the community a new proposed view deck would extend over the river not interfering with the flood plain but further reinforcing our idea of connecting users to the river. The residential units each would have their own small outdoor patios which connect via stairs and a walkway to the river walk. The adjacent public spaces can be programmed for any number of uses from seating areas and lawn to small playgrounds to gardens. Further to the south we introduced another river overlook which sits on the side of the levee and provides both a small performance space and quiet reflective area. The river walk in the area of the project would be re-envisioned as a concrete walk reflecting the permanence of the river and the community’s connection to it. Site lighting, trash urns, benches, bike racks and narrative signage continue to reinforce the quality of the space. The roof top areas can be developed to serve multi-function roles for seating areas with fire pits to bocce courts and vegetable gardens. A rooftop bar in this location would be hugely popular with the view to the river and beyond.
adorned with sculptures of the fish of the San Lorenzo River. Narrative signage begins
Our approach simply is to create spaces that are interesting from afar yet functional
to tell the story of the river. At night the place changes as lighting elements lead you
and deliberate from within. A comprehensive and cohesive identity for the project but
from Front Street to the levee and river walk. An ambiance is created for the evening
part of the larger community fabric. Absolute in the importance of and connection to the
audience. A public elevator is available on the north edge to carry those who require
river for the City of Santa Cr uz yet not afraid to unite the river with the project. Utilizing
assistance to the upper level.
vegetation and lighting and materials to create a beautiful day time space that converts to a warm and inviting nighttime space while respecting the surrounding environment.
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FRONT STREET
Waterfront Overlook River Walk (Durable Concrete Surface) Pedestrian Lighting Landmark River Connection Sculpture Restaurant with All Weather Outdoor Seating Area and Garage Doors Narrative N Na arr rrat ativ at ivee Si SSignage ign gnag nag age to Open/Close Based on Weather
Elevator Connection from Lower to Upper Terraces Tabled Intersection & Fluid Crossing Consistent with Downtown Cafe Terrace/Food Truck Seating Area “Forest” Walk (Pedestrian Scaled Trees) Green Stairs andWall
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Walk to Residences Public Area Lawn Seating Residential Patios Elevated Above Lawn River Inspired Art Wall
Enhanced Paving at Entries Stylized Concrete Walk Planters Placed Thoughtfully at Live Work Entries (Vines on Wall) Street Trees Scaled for Pedestrians
Waterfront Overlook Public/Private Transition with Flexible Event Space -Art walks -Farmers Markets -Festivals Bike racks Residential Plazas
Nature Playground
Residential Common Areas with Firepits (area closed to public after hours) Staircase Water Feature with Water Wall Security Gate Seating Area
A Plaza overlook and waterfront jogging/biking path looking south
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Plaza overlook and waterfront jogging/biking path looking north
C River sculpture between waterfront path and dining area
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Aerial view of Cathcart St. Plaza from Front St.
B View of Catchart St. Plaza dining area and green wall from Front St. sidewalk
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C View of the ‘Forest Walk’ the top of the steps looking towards Front St.
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A A View of Dining Terrace looking west
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B View from upper level elevator entrance and accessible ramp to North Plaza
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C View of North Waterfront Plaza from the Dining Terrace
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A View of Mid Block Plaza from opposite building
B Aerial view of Mid Block Plaza
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B C View of Mid Block Plaza seating, water wall, and stairway from the Front St. sidewalk
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A View of South Waterfront Plaza with elevated residential areas
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B Aerial view of South Waterfront Plaza
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C View of the waterfront jogging/bike path and overlook
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B A View of a Common Area fire pit seating area looking towards the waterfront
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B View of Common Area fire pits and security gate looking towards Front St.
C View of the Front St. Mid Block Passage entrance
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C A View of Townhouse Lawn Area, cafe seating, and waterfront jogging/biking path look south
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B View of Townhouse Lawn Area, cafe seating, and waterfront jogging/biking path look north
C Aerial view of Townhouse Lawn Area, cafe seating, and landscape areas
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A View of the Play Area and jogging/bike path looking south
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B View of Play Area looking towards the new residential development
C View of the Play Area and jogging/bike path looking north
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SITE FURNISHINGS & MATERIALS RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT, SANTA CRUZ The selection of materials and site furnishings aims to develop a cohesive palette of colors and textures to create a dynamic and inviting live-work environment for both night and day. The modern aesthetic of sharp linear forms is softened with comfortable furnishings made from natural and man-made materials with warm tones and textures. Minimalist railings keeps views of the river and interior spaces open. Tables and chairs are combined with modular bench seating to create a uniform style while giving each space its own unique character. Materials on the ground plane, which include precast pavers, stone pavers, wood decking, decomposed granite, and colored concrete, help to delineate public right-of-ways from private and semi-private areas. Spaces have been designed to include a variety of site amenities such as play equipment, fire pits, and game tables that activate the spaces during both day and evening. All of these components, working in tandem with the architecture and natural elements, form a series of distinct spaces, both programmed and informal, that are seamlessly stitched together to create a dynamic waterfront experience for residents and visitors.
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Dining Terrace and Waterfront Overlook Furnishings & Materials
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PRECAST PAVERS C
WOOD DECKING D
LED LIGHTING
TABLES AND CHAIRS
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CABLE RAILING
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ACCORDION DINING TERRACE ENCLOSURE A F
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PRECAST PAVERS C
TREE GRATES D
WALL ART
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TABLES AND CHAIRS
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RIVERFRONT SIGN A
BIKE RACKS F
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PRECAST PAVERS B
COLORED CONCRETE PATH C
DECOMPOSED GRANITE D
MODULAR BENCH SEATING
TABLES WITH BENCHES
LED PEDESTRIAN SCALED LIGHTS
LAWN/FLEXIBLE ACTIVITY SPACE A E
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PRECAST PAVERS B
FLEXIBLE PUBLIC EVENT SPACE C
MODULAR BENCH SEATING
TABLES AND CHAIRS
COMMON AREA FIRE PITS AND BBQ
COMMON AREA AMENITY OPTIONS A D
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Woodland Play Area Furnishings & Materials
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BARK MULCH B
CLIMBING LOGS
BALANCING LOGS
WOOD FRAME STRUCTURE
NATURAL WOOD PLAY FEATURES A
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Existing River View Furnishings & Materials
Proposed River View Furnishings & Materials