NORTHRIDGE, CA - TCA Architects-designed Terrena mixed-use apartment community has proven to be a game changer in the multifamily housing market with their continued leasing success. Terrena features an innovative mix of architecture and community amenities, said Aram Chahbazian, President of TCA Architects, the architect of record on the sustainable development.
Built on a formerly derelict retail site along the major traffic arterials of Plummer and Corbin Avenue in Northridge, CA, the community consists of approximately 14,000 square feet of retail space and 402 residences with a mix of studio, one and two-bedrooms. According to Chahbazian, in addition to the obvious higher-end finishes, appliances and fixtures in the apartments themselves, the community-centric amenities and neighboring retail environement have been a major force in attracting tenants.
According to Chahbazian, “The design of the overall community and its amenities is upping the bar for future mixed-use, multi-family developments. There is a large component of edible landscaping for the residents to enjoy, including on site community fruit trees; and various vegetable and herb gardens. Also popular with residents is the salt water pool, and spa as well as the outdoor movie theater. There are multiple outdoor fireplaces with seating areas; barbeques with tables to enjoy meals with friends; and an indoor/outdoor club house that features a demonstration kitchen, game tables, billiards, and ping pong. Other amenities include: a business center with Apple touch screen computers; a conference center for meetings, a sizable athletic center with state of the art fitness equipment; a pet spa and even an onsite boutique. And, perhaps most importantly, the entire community was designed with sustainability at the forefront. We’re so very pleased that Terrena is resonating with residents.”
About TCA Architects: TCA Architects is an architecture studio focused on designing the next generation of high density, multifamily housing. Founded in 1993, TCA currently has studios in Los Angeles, Oakland, and Irvine, California. TCA’s portfolio of work includes locations throughout the Western United States and several international countries. TCA is noted for planning successful urban living environments and adeptly responding to the shift from apartments as temporary housing, to a widely accepted single-family home alternative. For more information on TCA, its design talent and current projects, visit www.tca-arch.com