MULTIFAMILY
CASE STUDY
Sanderson Place
Senior Housing
An affordable, accessible senior living community nestled in the heart of Sunderland, Massachusetts, Sanderson Place was a collaborative effort with Rural Development Inc and Valley Community Development Corporation.
PROJECT SUMMARY
Location:
Sunderland, MA
Status:
Completed 2023
Services Provided:
Coordinated site selection and design
Coordinated a community design process with multiple design charrettes and meetings
Building design and documentation
Building code research and building and zoning permitting.
Energy design and detailing to ensure efficient low energy use structures
Cost estimating, budgeting
Assistance in bidding and contractor negotiations
Construction observation including inspections, submittal review, process sketches, payments and change order review and final certifications.
A 33-Unit Senior Living Community
Working with Rural Development Inc and Valley Community Development Corporation, Austin Design Cooperative designed a 33-unit, 3-story senior housing development project on a village lot in the center of Sunderland, MA. The project included the historic preservation and renovation of the “Village House” along the street, where 3 units are located, and new construction of the main building at the rear of the site, hosting 30 units. The plan called for two barn-scaled wings meeting at a central public core. In this core, there are a variety of community and service spaces, including a dining room, library, exercise room, laundry room, and offices. The central lobby area on all three levels includes sitting and gathering spaces. All of the units are accessible. The building envelope and MEP systems will be designed to maximize energy efficiency and life-cycle performance.
PROJECT GALLERY
