2009 Finalist

St. Vincent’s Gardens

  • Organization: Mercy Housing California (www.mercyhousing.org)
  • Architects: Lauterbach & Associates Architects, Inc. (www.la-arch.com)
  • Location: Santa Barbara, California
  • St. Vincent’s Gardens, Mercy Housing development uses mission revival architectural style, complete with arched openings and vents to create a neighborhood feel. Complete with a community building and plaza, the project include the restoration of a neglected creek and construction of new sidewalks, bike lanes and bus shelter that is useful for the broader community.