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McGeever Building Rehabilitation Isla Vista in California by Acme Architecture

September 20th, 2012 by Sanjay Gangal Share Tweet

Article source: Keith Rivera, AIA

This rehabilitation of a modest 1960’s commercial building brings new life to a neglected structure in this coastal college town adjacent to the University of California Santa Barbara. Facade improvements included new fiber cement cladding inspired by retail barcodes and energy efficient storefronts with irregularly patterned mullions. Along the sidewalk raised outdoor dining patios were created with metal enclosures that mimic the storefronts. Inside, mechanical systems were updated along with and access for the disabled. Now the open facades entice passerby while the outdoor dining activities and rhythmic patterns of the new facade enliven the downtown streetscape.

Architects: Acme Architecture

Acme Architecture Project: McGeever Building Rehabilitation Isla Vista, California

McGeever Building Rehabilitation Isla Vista, California Location: California

California Contractor: Signal Construction

Signal Construction Software used: Graphisoft’s Archicad

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Tags: California

Categories: ArchiCAD, Commercial Building