Paseo Estero & Vista Estero at Brooklyn Basin Interiors

Oakland, CA

As the first two affordable housing projects within the Brooklyn Basin development, Paseo Estero and Vista Estero create a signature statement both architecturally and within the interior spaces. Tall, volumetric spaces with large windows showcase bold color themes and multimedia artwork created by local students and regional professionals. The art themes highlight the location and community, both past and present, anchoring the project in this specific place. Decorative acoustic panels and the re-use of offcuts from the environmental sculpture at the building entry weave the architecture and art together. Located at the hub for this new waterfront community, the design brings a modern vibrancy in color, material choices, and art to a population that is often underserved by designers.

The design of double-height lobbies allows for ample daylight and the opportunity to showcase large-scale artwork by local artists

Project Specs

Location: Oakland, CA

Client/Owner: MidPen Housing

Size: 211 units (110 Senior, 101 Family | 98,728 square feet (Senior), 127,223 square feet (Family)

Sustainability: LEED Silver

Photographer: David Wakely

Project Team

Lighting: JS Nolan & Associates

Garage: Walker Parking

Flooring: Karndean, Mannington

Laminates: Wilsonart, Nudo

Tile: Daltile

Acoustic Wall Panels: Ezoboard

Acoustic Ceiling Panel: Armstrong

Paint: Sherwin Williams

Furniture: All Seating, Stylex, Kellex, Kwalu

Lighting: Lumenwerx, Sooneman, Four, USAI Lighting, Tom Dixon

Art: Civic Design Studio and SLATE Contemporary

Design Awards

2022 Merit Award, Best Affordable Senior Housing –
Gold Nugget Design Awards, PCBC

The Community Room at Paseo Estero family housing is a flexible space for gatherings and events