Using simple materials in unique ways maintains the budget while creating an innovative building that blends into the historic neighborhood.
The Sun Link Streetcar Maintenance and Storage Facility is located on a narrow strip of right-of-way in historic downtown Tucson. The building combines the old and the new in physical forms and finishes. The curved roof is reminiscent of early railway structures and the corrugated panels reflect this industrial area. The exposed steel wide flange OCS, lighting and freestanding loggia supports provide a visual connection to the embedded rail lines. The 19,000 SF building provides three bays for routine, minor and major repairs as well as space for administrative functions and a control room to monitor all the streetcar activity throughout the line.
- LEED Silver Certification
