This multi-family housing in San Jose is a facade study project. The existing buildings' exterior materials (old scucco) and colors are repeated throughout the buildings and create an institutional and outdated feel. All apartments have very similar characteristics, finishes and shapes and there is no sense of differentiation to identify or wayfind individual buildings. The site is fairly well landscaped which adds character and differentiation to the exterior facades. The balconies and corridors present a potential design opportunity to accent the primary design concept.