2175 Market sits at the nexus between three distinct neighborhoods in San Francisco: the Castro; Duboce Triangle; and the Mission. This 88-unit, six level, type III-A mixed-use building creates a dramatic marker at this crossroads location. Our process involved an analysis of the surrounding blocks, San Francisco patterns, design and jurisdictional guidelines, and consideration of views and sun orientation.
One of the most important factors in the design was the social aspect of this location between the neighborhoods and the bustling activity along Market Street. A diverse array of unit types have been designed including smaller units are located to activate and engage with Market Street, larger walk-up units relating to the neighboring architecture along 15th Street, and loft units facing on the interior courtyard. Other design goals were to provide a variety of open spaces within the courtyard and on the roof deck; to create high-quality, livable units; to minimize the environmental footprint; and to reflect the structure in the materials. The building has achieved LEED for Homes Platinum rating.