City: 
San Francisco
State: 
California

Courtesy of 2014 AIA Housing Awards

  • Former San Francisco Central YMCA building, a 9-story Classical building
  • Converted into 174 micro-units of permanent housing and supportive service space
  • New housing units are approximately square feet and include private baths and compact kitchenettes
    • Preserve original window bays
    • Gain spaciousness from generous proportions and high ceilings
    • Ample storage, cooking facilities, and individual bathrooms
  • New radiant heating system, energy efficient lighting and ventilation, and the use of healthy materials support sustainability and resident well-being
  • Ground floor is largely occupied by a Department of Public Health clinic for residents of Tenderloin supportive housing, which an emphasis on holistic services, wellness, and permanence