Pedestrian-Oriented Urban Development

Stone Avenue Townhome Community

This townhome and multifamily development prioritizes pedestrian safety and community-shared spaces.

Seamlessly blending urban dynamism with residential charm, the Stone Avenue Townhomes project revitalizes a former driving range into a vibrant community hub. Featuring contemporary mid-rise buildings and townhouses, the focus on pedestrian-friendly design fosters an inviting atmosphere. The site is nestled between a variety of light industrial areas to the north, commercial areas to the west and south, and single-family residences in the Bitter Lake Urban Village to the east. The ultimate goal of the project is to create a contextually responsive and inviting community that transitions between the busy Aurora Avenue North commercial areas and the adjacent residential neighborhoods.

A digital rendering of Stone Avenue Townhomes, a townhome and mid-rise multifamily development in Seattle, Washington. This view shows the incorporated walking and biking path, with townhomes to the left, their gardens abutting the path, and benches overlooking the beautified water detention area to the right.
Pedestrian Friendly

The design of the Stone Avenue Townhomes development seeks to raise the bar on connecting residents to recreation. A walking and bike path along Stone Avenue exemplifies this goal, creating a safe place to get fresh air, enjoy nature, and get active or meet with friends on the nearby benches. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.
Pedestrian Friendly

The design of the Stone Avenue Townhomes development seeks to raise the bar on connecting residents to recreation. A walking and bike path along Stone Avenue exemplifies this goal, creating a safe place to get fresh air, enjoy nature, and get active or meet with friends on the nearby benches. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.

A digital rendering of Stone Avenue Townhomes, a townhome and mid-rise multifamily development in Seattle, Washington. In this view, the townhomes stand in the background behind a walking path that runs along Stone Avenue. Stone Avenue ends in a cul-de-sac at the beautified water detention area.
Slowing Traffic

Stone Avenue ends in a cul-de-sac at the entrance to the proposed community. This slow traffic area is ideal for the walkway that runs along Stone Ave, keeping walkers and bikers off busy Aurora Avenue and slowing down vehicular traffic for better safety. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.
Slowing Traffic

Stone Avenue ends in a cul-de-sac at the entrance to the proposed community. This slow traffic area is ideal for the walkway that runs along Stone Ave, keeping walkers and bikers off busy Aurora Avenue and slowing down vehicular traffic for better safety. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.

A digital rendering of Stone Avenue Townhomes, a townhome and mid-rise multifamily development in Seattle, Washington. A family walks along the Stone Ave walking path. Townhomes are in the background. The nearest building is transparent in the view to illustrate the view into the development.
Neighborhood Transition

With a mixture of commercial, industrial, and residential areas surrounding the development, the scale of the townhomes and mid-rise multifamily buildings feels right-sized, while still finding ways to bring a fluid connection between these disparate zones. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.
Neighborhood Transition

With a mixture of commercial, industrial, and residential areas surrounding the development, the scale of the townhomes and mid-rise multifamily buildings feels right-sized, while still finding ways to bring a fluid connection between these disparate zones. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.

A digital rendering of Stone Avenue Townhomes, a townhome and mid-rise multifamily development in Seattle, Washington. Here, a verdant green space along the walking trail, with townhomes behind.
Lush Vegetation

Lush vegetation throughout the site not only adds to the new community, but the neighborhood at-large, offering a connection to the natural world within a transitional neighborhood. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.
Lush Vegetation

Lush vegetation throughout the site not only adds to the new community, but the neighborhood at-large, offering a connection to the natural world within a transitional neighborhood. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.

Offering diverse housing options, enhanced security, and lush landscaped areas, this extraordinary endeavor boasts 122 3-story townhouse units and two 5-story, 60-unit apartment buildings, totaling 242 new housing units for an enriched urban living experience.

A pedestrian friendly design provides access to open spaces, such as an improved landscaping throughout the site and a paved pedestrian and bike path. The final design organizes the townhouse blocks around large, common courtyards with a central block that connects directly to the non-motorized path along Stone Avenue North. The multifamily buildings are located on the north side of the site in an east-west orientation to maximize solar access.

Woonerf-style, shared-use driving aisles provide pedestrian safety by de-prioritizing motorized traffic and directing vehicles to the edge of residential areas.

A digital rendering of Stone Avenue Townhomes, a townhome and mid-rise multifamily development in Seattle, Washington. This view shows a courtyard path with people meeting in front of townhomes.
Central Courtyards

Each unit in the development connects directly to shared courtyard spaces that both offer opportunity to interact with one’s neighbors and move safely through the community. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.
Central Courtyards

Each unit in the development connects directly to shared courtyard spaces that both offer opportunity to interact with one’s neighbors and move safely through the community. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.

A digital rendering of Stone Avenue Townhomes, a townhome and mid-rise multifamily development in Seattle, Washington. This view shows a central courtyard and walkway with residents sitting on benches and a child riding their bike.
Family Friendly

By prioritizing the pedestrian experience, the central courtyards within the development offer safe places for families to be active outside with young children, something not always found within townhome or multifamily developments. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.
Family Friendly

By prioritizing the pedestrian experience, the central courtyards within the development offer safe places for families to be active outside with young children, something not always found within townhome or multifamily developments. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.

A digital rendering of Stone Avenue Townhomes, a townhome and mid-rise multifamily development in Seattle, Washington. This view shows a lane with pedestrians walking along it, There is a green area behind them surrounded by townhomes in white and blue with gable roofs.
Deprioritizing Motor Vehicles

Woonerfs — a Dutch word to describe low speed, multi-use streets — help keep pedestrians safe by prioritizing their movements, slowing vehicular traffic, and moving cars to the exterior of the site. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.
Deprioritizing Motor Vehicles

Woonerfs — a Dutch word to describe low speed, multi-use streets — help keep pedestrians safe by prioritizing their movements, slowing vehicular traffic, and moving cars to the exterior of the site. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.

A digital rendering of Stone Avenue Townhomes, a townhome and mid-rise multifamily development in Seattle, Washington. This view shows a large lawn in the foreground with kids running across it. In the background is a covered gathering space with townhomes behind.
Community Green Space

Central, community green space is accessible to the entire community. A covered grill and gathering area offers even more opportunity for residents to mix and mingle. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.
Community Green Space

Central, community green space is accessible to the entire community. A covered grill and gathering area offers even more opportunity for residents to mix and mingle. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.

A digital rendering of Stone Avenue Townhomes, a townhome and mid-rise multifamily development in Seattle, Washington. In this view, people wander on the walking paths leading to the central green space. There is a shadow cast by the buildings to on the left, shielding a person pushing a stroller from the sun.
Community Connection

The pedestrian paths throughout the development open the central green spaces up to the neighborhood at large, bringing opportunities for neighbors to pass through (or stay and enjoy the scenery) on safe, less trafficked walkways. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.
Community Connection

The pedestrian paths throughout the development open the central green spaces up to the neighborhood at large, bringing opportunities for neighbors to pass through (or stay and enjoy the scenery) on safe, less trafficked walkways. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.

Open spaces are distributed throughout the site through courtyards and shared-use open spaces. The open spaces maximize daylight for interior and exterior spaces while minimizing shading on nearby homes, connect with and enhance nearby public open spaces, and encourage physical activity and recreation.

Additionally, the design addresses the nearby stormwater detention and utility trail along the Stone Avenue right-of-way, transforming it into a pleasant community amenity space, effortlessly connecting residents with the neighborhood.

A digital rendering of Stone Avenue Townhomes, a townhome and mid-rise multifamily development in Seattle, Washington. There are blue and white townhomes in the background with accents of wood and gable roofs. In the foreground is a pedestrian path and a greenway full of flowers and plants.
Green Space for All

The development activates the existing stormwater detention area near the homes, creating a beautiful, landscaped space the whole community can enjoy. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.
Green Space for All

The development activates the existing stormwater detention area near the homes, creating a beautiful, landscaped space the whole community can enjoy. Stone Avenue Townhomes | Project Renderings by Board & Vellum.

Notes & Credits
Architecture and Landscape Architecture by Board & Vellum.
Project renderings by Board & Vellum.
Project developed by Pulte Homes.

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