On March 1, AZRE hosted the 7th Annual RED Awards reception at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix to recognize the most notable commercial real estate projects of 2011 and the construction teams involved. AZRE held an open call for nominations and a record 116 projects were submitted by architects, contractors, developers and brokerage firms in Arizona. This year, the winner for Best Multi-Family Project was Devine Legacy on Central.
Best Multi-Family Project
Devine Legacy on Central
Developer: Native American Connections
Contractor: Adolfson & Peterson Construction
Architect: Perlman Architects
Size: 100,340 SF
Location: 4570 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
Completed: December, 2011
Devine Legacy embraces and upholds the Native American culture and encourages the residents of this housing development to do the same. Located on Central Ave., its close proximity to the light rail provides accessible and sustainable transportation. Other nearby amenities include the Native American Community Service Center and the Phoenix Indian Medical Center. Devine Legacy is comprised of 65 studio, one-, two- and three-room units. The multi-family project is pursuing LEED Platinum certification. Devine Legacy uses outdoor air ventilation, water fixtures, and preserved 31% of energy through recycled materials. Devine Legacy was deemed as an Outstanding Housing Initiative by the Arizona Department of Housing for energy preservation and high-density design.
Video by Cory Bergquist
Honorable Mention
Phoenix Towers Terrace
Developer: Phoenix Towers Cooperative
Contractor: 180 degrees, Inc.
Architect: colab studio, llc
Size: 2,400 SF
Location: 2201 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
Completed: January, 2011
Video by Cory Bergquist
RED Awards 2012 Winners & Finalists |
AZRE Magazine March/April 2011 |
