Graphite II-Cover Letter.pdfPelletier + Schaar, LLC
26911 98" Drive NW, Suite B
Stanwood, Washington 98292
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PELLETIER (+) SCHAAR
3/19/2019
Architectural Design Board
City of Edmonds
121 5th Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
DESIGN REVIEW PROPOSAL FOR CITY OF EDMONDS
Dear Kernen Lien,
The proposal is for a 17,000 square foot two story wood frame 8 unit apartment building with
parking and commercial space underneath referred to here as "Graphite II Arts Studios." The
overall articulation of the building facades creates distinct ground level connections that are
in accordance with the zoning ordinance, the design objects of the comprehensive plan, and
the design standards of ECDC 22.43•
The proposed building massing has base and top articulation, orientation towards the main
street, entrance distinction through recessed entry, higher bays, and entrance plazas. In
addition, the proposal has ground level details including ornamental brackets, plinths for
columns, tile work, and planter boxes. Structural awnings are provided along Second Ave to
emphasize the entrance. The transparency at street level meets the requirements outlined
in section ECDC 22.43.050. Torten" steel, slate tile, and lighting fixtures have been chosen
to add interest along blank parts of the walls. The mechanical equipment shall be screened
to mitigate impact to street level or set back behind higher bays to obscure views.
An updated traffic impact analysis has been provided for this building and the adjacent
"Graphite I Arts Studios".
Si el ,
David Pelletier
Principal
dpelletier@pelletierschaar.com