Striking the balance
Saiya
Hatteras Sky
Phoenix, AZ
Linking the transit-oriented Downtown Gateway with a quieter residential neighborhood along 2nd Avenue, Saiya stitches together two distinct urban settings.
This mixed-use project carefully balances neighborhood historic preservation and vibrant, new street activation. The new multi-family high-rise consists of 383 units, semi-public exterior spaces, and retail space. To accommodate the desired density while abiding by zoning codes and maintaining a cohesive neighborhood aesthetic, the project team designed multiple towers and walk-up town home units to break down the scale of the block.
The pedestrian paseo on ground level brings people into the center of the project.
To preserve the area’s residential character, our team engaged with the active historic board to design an appropriate project for the neighborhood that still met the client’s dynamic program and vision.
Meet the Team
Alison Rainey, AIA
Principal
An award-winning architect and Principal at Shepley Bulfinch, Alison Rainey leads the design of environments for living, learning, and well-being across the United States.
Omar H. Bailey, AIA, LEED AP, NOMA
Associate Principal
With nearly 25 years of experience in architectural practice, Omar’s focus on community impact has been instrumental in conversations with developers.
Tom Chinnock, AIA
Associate Principal
Tom’s innate ability to see the potential of a project before it is built has propelled his design ambitions, enabling him to embrace challenges and develop solutions that are meaningful to all stakeholders.