Proposed Design Site Walkthrough
The design process
Behind the Build
Design Criteria
The physical design elements were selected based on criteria established through Public Outreach, which identified the features most desired by community stakeholders. These criteria were further refined to prioritize components capable of generating meaningful Return On Investment for the campus by enhancing visitor engagement and supporting revenue-producing activities. Appropriate physical elements were selected for incorporation into the site development, including aesthetic, functional, and essential components. These elements were coordinated with the project’s Hydrological Requirements and minimum Housing Standards to ensure full compliance and integration.
Design Elements
With these criteria being considered, a Basis of Design (BOD) with the key elements was created:
Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI)
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Captures and conveys stormwater generated on-site for controlled collection.
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Treats collected water for reuse, supporting sustainable resource management.
Mixed-Use Buildings
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Ground-floor commercial space to attract tenants and generate steady revenue.
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Upper-floor residential units to activate the site and support a vibrant community.
Integrated Water Feature (Vegetated Channel)
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Serves as a strong visual focal point that enhances overall site appeal.
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Circulates collected stormwater to improve hydrological function.
Parking Infrastructure
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Provides essential access for visitors and commercial tenants.
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Generates supplemental income through tenant and student parking fees.
Shaded Seating Zones
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Encourages longer visitor engagement with comfortable outdoor amenities.
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Creates adaptable study and gathering spaces for students.
Component Placement
The placement of each design element was guided by zoning requirements and established site-planning standard practices. For example:
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Property Easements - Required building massing to be concentrated toward the center of the parcel.
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Parking Access - Positioned the parking lot adjacent to the primary access roads for optimal circulation.
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Site Grading - Directed stormwater toward the lowest corner, designated as the collection and conveyance point.
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Road Visibility - Informed the placement of natural features near the roadway to enhance visual exposure for passersby.
Funding and Cost
Our potential funding for our project was approximately $3.1 million to support the development of Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI), Funding contributions include:
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74% from the SAFE CLEAN WATER PROGRAM (SCWP).
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16% from CSU,
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10% from the California State Water Resources Control Board (CA SWRCB)
The cost estimate for material, labor, and equipment costs was created using Building Construction Costs with RSMeans Data 2022. The labor was assumed to be Union Prevailing Wage, due to the government funding of the project. The operation and maintenance costs were calculated for first year of operation only. The GSI Cost estimate was calculated based on each of the individual GSI components, and their integration. The total GSI cost of the project is $3.1 million, with additional components of four mixed used buildings, the parking structure and lot, and site improvements coming to a total of $208 million. 8% of total cost was added for risk contingency.
