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4.4 Mass and Form
While a new structure(s) on the block may be mid- 4.4.2 Provide variation in massing
to highrise, components of the structure(s) should that reflects the variety
be differentiated to relate to the surrounding
historic and mid-century modern buildings. In of massing styles in the
addition, the mass and form should consider surrounding historic buildings.
solar and view access to enhance sustainability » Step back upper stories from the
and other site amenities. street façade.
» Design the base level to express
4.4.1 Continue the established the mass and scale of traditional
rectangular form along street » buildings at the street.
Consider stepped massing in a
edges. tower form.
» Use simple rectangular forms » Provide articulation in the building Figure 4.8 Use simple rectangular forms along the street.
along the street. walls that creates a sense of scale
» Incorporate traditional building and adds visual interest.
heights of 6-10 stories at the
sidewalk edge.
Figure 4.7 Continue the established rectangular form Figure 4.9 Step upper stories back from the street façade; Google,
along street edges. 2016.
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