The Burl arose from new zoning that allows mid-rise development in a smaller scale, single-family neighborhood. Pioneering the mid-rise development, the Burl’s design leads the way for a neighborhood currently undergoing rapid transformation by the newly opened Shoreline South Light Rail Station.
Ridgecrest
Multi-Family
213,500 SF
171 Residential Units
Targeting LEED Platinum®
In Design
Architecture
Spectrum Development Solutions
The Burl is a transit-oriented development, aiming to provide a portion of its units as a solution to the “missing middle” (housing that targets the “middle workforce” population such as graduate students and young professionals) by being affordable and equitable.
Breaking down the scale into smaller masses allows The Burl to meet the street on three sides, creating a finer scale that relates to its surroundings.
Setbacks along the north and east facades provide for private patios, creating a finer scale and a residential feel where the project faces existing single-family homes. The southwest corner will become the prominent entry point to the site for both pedestrian and vehicular access, with a multi-story architectural element visually anchoring the project.
The material palette takes cues from the natural resources and ample open spaces in the surrounding neighborhood. A muted color palette provides a clean backdrop to emphasize the texture and warmth of natural wood siding at the main entry and courtyard.
From front porches, private patios, indoor and outdoor amenities spaces, and a large roof deck with mountain views, The Burl provides ample spaces to gather. The U-shaped building positions a centralized south-facing courtyard along 148th Ave to allow for enhanced sun exposure. The minimalist standalone amenity space located in the center of the courtyard creates a focus for the residents of the community.
