Just a stone’s throw from the estuary, workers are putting finishing touches on the 2nd floor patio of Phoenix Commons (Pic. 1). Meanwhile, on the street side, windows and doors to the bicycle storage and workshop room have been installed (Pic. 2). New curbs on the frontage road lead to the main entrance of Phoenix […]
The construction trailer has been removed from the waterfront, opening up fantastic views of Phoenix Commons from the Oakland-Alameda Estuary (Pic. 1). The western face of the building, seen here from the Park Street Bridge (Pic. 2), will bask in the sunlight from late morning until dusk. The south-facing wing boasts impressive views of its […]
The scaffolding has been dismantled at Phoenix Commons, and its magnificent presence greets all travelers over the Park Street Bridge (Pic. 1). The dramatic cathedral ceilings highlight the waterfront facade (Pic. 2). The tranquil waters of the estuary provide an intriguing contrast to the bustling urban life all around (Pic. 3). For more photos, follow […]
As the scaffolding is gradually peeled away, the simple elegance of the building’s contemporary design really shines through (Pic. 1). Solar panels on the roof capture the sun’s clean, renewable energy to heat the community’s water (Pic. 2). With its distinctive style, Phoenix Commons will provide a safe and beautiful environment for its residents to […]
The south-facing exterior of Phoenix Commons is virtually finished! There are just a few balcony railings still needing to be installed (Pic. 1). The shiny black coating on the main podium level will provide waterproofing for those wet (we hope!) winter months (Pic. 2). Meanwhile, work is progressing on the interior of all the condo […]
What does it mean to live in community? What would that feel like in this next phase of your life? Curious about what kind of people are attracted to senior cohousing? If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, come meet the members of Phoenix Commons at our weekly informational sessions on Thursdays […]
With the scaffolding starting to come down at the Phoenix Commons construction site, more of the exterior finish is now visible (Pic. 1). Shared patios at the end of each floor provide breathtaking views of the Oakland hills (Pic. 2). Pedestrians (and vehicles!) crossing the Park Street Bridge into Oakland will be greeted by the […]
The clouds are no longer a threat, now that the roof is completely finished (Pic. 1). The inner courtyard radiates good vibes in the warm afternoon sunlight (Pic. 2). Our focus is on cabinetry, now that the sheetrock process is mostly completed (Pic. 3). For more photos, follow us on Facebook and Google+!
People often ask us why we can’t take them inside Phoenix Commons to see the inside of the building and condo units. We try to explain that the construction site is hazardous, and here are some photos to prove it! First, one must avoid the jumbo forklift constantly making rounds along the perimeter of the […]
Members of the Phoenix Commons senior cohousing community reached another milestone last week: Entry! Members were able to go onto the construction site and view their future home from the inside! The excitement was palpable as future neighbors got to inspect the building up close and imagine all the good times they will share together. […]