McConnell Foundation Maintenance Building
A new maintenance facility that felt like any but “business as usual” was our challenge from a local philanthropic organization. The resulting 18,000 square foot structure is the ultimate in transparency and community building. Designed as much for beauty as it is for utility, it became a welcome addition to the adjacent residential community. Projects that create partnerships with all stakeholders is a core philosophy of Trilogy and a mandate we take seriously.
In order to minimize the impact of construction, we carefully located the structure on the site to remove very few existing mature oak trees. The resulting concrete and steel structure was cut deeply into the existing slope, reducing the roofline to be more in keeping with the scale of the homes across the street. An adjustable canvas and steel shade canopy was created to counter the typical image of a “maintenance building”. The result was an award-winning building that respects its context.
The Challenge
Being sensitive to the surrounding residential community both in construction and disruption to the aesthetic of the neighborhood was key. We worked diligently to gain the trust of surrounding residents and to formulate elegant design solutions; reducing the impact of this large construction project on a heavily wooded site and the adjacent residential neighborhood.
Sustainability Features
Sited to minimize removal of mature oak trees
Metal construction to reduce maintenance cost and construction waste
Project
Client: The McConnell Foundation
Size: 18,000 square feet
Location: Redding, California
Date Completed: 2000
Awards
2002 A.I.A. Honor Award
Photography ©2006 Steve Whittaker