351 Calliope St.

Description: Final elevation and material review of previously approved new construction of an 18,000 SF three-story hotel building on a vacant lot. 

Previous ARC Recommendations & Commission Actions: 

• 10/18/2022: The ARC voted to recommend conceptual approval with the details to be worked out at the Staff level and the proviso that a proposed in-context materials mock-up by reviewed again by the ARC once further developed.  The ARC also agreed that:

  • • The façade elevation details are moving in a good direction for this large-scale building.

    • The Calliope Street side of the corner tower could be further developed to include additional glazing (such as paired windows) to break up the expanse of wall, increase daylighting to interior units and provide additional visual relief. 

    • While operational needs for performance and privacy are understandable, there is concern that the proposed tinted/reflective window glazing is inappropriate for this building as these types of colored glass tend to visually distinguish new construction and disconnect it from the surrounding historic context where glazing is generally clear. Performance and privacy requirements can also be achieved through other means, such as interior curtains and blinds.

    • The relationship between the window glazing and proposed glazed brick should be stronger.

    • A materials mock-up should be prepared and presented to the ARC once further developed to better evaluate the proposed materials in-context including the tinted/reflective glazing.

• 09/07/2022: The Commission voted to grant conceptual approval with the details to be worked out at the Staff level with the proviso that the elevation details return for additional ARC review once they are further developed. Please submit updated elevation drawings and details reflecting the recommendations of the Architectural Review Committee.

• 08/16/2022: The ARC voted to recommend conceptual approval with the details to be worked out at the Staff level with the proviso that the elevation details return for additional ARC review once they are further developed. The ARC also agreed that:

• The woven concept for the façade is interesting and the asymmetry at the corner is appropriate, but the ARC recommended the applicant further develop the woven concept such that overall, it is less symmetrical with more emphasis on the interwoven quality of the materials. This may include further development of the window placement and/or additional color bands.

• The carved-out ground floor as-shown is appropriate for this specific location based on the precedent of the Convention Center directly across the street and the emphasis on pedestrian access and engagement along Convention Center Boulevard.

• Operable windows are preferred over fixed windows, but if fixed windows are utilized then the horizontal muntin should be removed to further emphasize their verticality.

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Current Drawings: 

Previously Reviewed Drawings - 10/18/2022: 

Previously Reviewed Drawings - 08/16/2022: 

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