Stanford & Water

Designed as 100% affordable, the Stanford & Water project utilizes prefabricated modular construction techniques in a way that maximizes building articulation and creates a distinct building identity adding to the character of the Midtown Santa Cruz. This project aims to provide optimized floorplans for residents seeking a well-connected, centralized location served by public transportation and bicycle infrastructure.

Modern apartment building with multiple floors in a grassy area, a person playing fetch with a dog, and surrounding trees under a clear sky.

LOCATION

Santa Cruz, California

Scale

100% Affordable
83 Units
1, 2, & 3-Bedroom Floorplans

STATUS

In Development

Services

Architecture, Development, Pro-Forma

Expertise

SB330, Density-Bonus

From aging, disused commercial to thriving neighborhood

Community momentum in Midtown has been building for a while. This site, near schools, and within walking distance of many amenities like grocery stores, pharmacies, shopping areas and restaurants. The surrounding bicycle infrastructure and public transportation allows this location to support anyone looking to be less car dependent for day-to-day living.

Modern apartment building with ground-floor storefronts, pedestrians, and urban greenery on sidewalk.

A 6-story studio housing project that seeks to maximize housing while bringing daylight, greenery, and engaging the street level.

  • Provide a housing format that is affordable to people within the community

  • Support the Santa Cruz Housing Blueprint Subcommittee recommendations by creating a variety of unit sizes to address many situations in need of affordable housing

  • Create a highly articulated massing for playful light and shadows, creates a unique identity that aligns with the character of Midtown Santa Cruz, and activates the pedestrian experience.

Site & Sensitivity

Utilizing prefabricated modular construction helps to increase materials efficiency, reduce on-site construction waste, and increase the speed of construction to minimize the impact on the neighborhood. Adjusting the building massing to maximize daylight to the residents and adjacent neighbors.

Aerial view of a suburban neighborhood with houses, streets, and commercial buildings. The image shows grid-like residential areas, tree-lined roads, and parking lots near commercial structures.
Aerial view of an urban neighborhood with residential houses, roads, parking lots, and playground. The scene includes vehicles on the streets, trees, and a commercial area with several buildings and parking spaces.
Modern urban building with street-level café, people walking and jogging, and green plants decorating the exterior.
Modern apartment building with people walking nearby on a sunny day, featuring stores such as Midtown Bistro on the ground level.
Modern multi-story apartment building with trees and grass in the foreground, person playing with a dog.
Modern multi-story apartment building with beige and white exterior, surrounded by trees and a paved area, featuring bike racks and several people walking nearby.

Consultants

Civil: Ifland Engineering
Landscape Architecture: Megan Bishop, MBLA

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