Daly City Mixed-Use Urban Design

Status: Open
Prize: $3000
Entries Received: 289

Contest Brief

Project Description for 6854 Mission St., Daly City, CA
The project is a meticulously planned mixed-use development, seamlessly blending residential and commercial spaces to maximize functionality, aesthetic appeal, and market value. This undertaking aims to set a new benchmark in luxurious urban living while addressing the dynamic needs of Daly City's vibrant community. We are seeking a creative and visionary design that beautifully stands out, delivering not only practicality but also architectural excellence. Designers must include all floor plans, sections, elevations, and renderings to showcase the project's full potential. A generous tip will be awarded to the winning design in recognition of outstanding work.
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Project Highlights and Requirements
This mixed-use development must reflect a harmonious balance between luxury and functionality, with exceptional attention to detail in every aspect of design. The building will cater to both residential and commercial uses, ensuring sustainability, privacy, and aesthetic charm. Designers are encouraged to push creative boundaries, integrating innovative solutions that enhance the building's overall appeal while meeting all regulatory and safety standards.
Additionally, the design must consider the following:
• Staircase Placement: Stairs must be positioned on the side of the building to facilitate easy access in case of emergencies.
• Residential Views: Condos must prioritize views facing Miriam Street, ensuring optimal exposure to the neighborhood’s most appealing vistas.
• Luxury Penthouses: Penthouses must embody the highest standards of luxury, featuring two-story layouts:
o The first floor should include living spaces and a guest bedroom.
o The second floor should accommodate four bedrooms and integrate outdoor living spaces, delivering a truly exceptional experience.
• Future Collaboration: The winning designer will continue to work on the project to finalize all details for windows, doors, interiors, and provide interior renderings under a separate contract with payments to be agreed upon.
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Key Design and Functional Features
First Floor
• Parking Entrance: Strategically accessed from Miriam Street, optimized for maximum capacity with 50-55 spaces, accommodating residents, visitors, and commercial patrons. Utilize tandem parking configurations if necessary.
• Garbage Room: A thoughtfully designed, efficient garbage disposal area with resident access from the second floor where feasible. Separate garbage collection access from Miriam Street ensures smooth operation.
• Vertical Circulation: Two centrally located elevators and stairs on the side of the building, designed to minimize corridor lengths while ensuring compliance with U.S. building standards and emergency access requirements.
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Second Floor
• Commercial Storefront: A minimum 2,500 square feet of premium retail space, expandable based on feasibility, designed for modern businesses.
• Supplemental Parking: Additional spaces to meet the demands of both commercial and residential tenants.
• Main Residential Entrance: Positioned on Mission Street, featuring:
o A luxurious and welcoming entryway.
o Secure and spacious package storage for resident deliveries.
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Third Floor
• Resident Amenities: A 400–600 square-foot party room with bathrooms for private gatherings, ensuring no disturbance to nearby condominiums.
• Residential Units:
o Four (4) three-bedroom condominiums.
o One (1) two-bedroom condominium.
o Views: All units should prioritize views toward Miriam Street for optimal aesthetics.
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Fourth and Fifth Floors
• Identical Residential Layouts:
o Four (4) three-bedroom condominiums.
o Two (2) two-bedroom condominiums.
o Views: All units should prioritize views toward Miriam Street for optimal aesthetics.
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Sixth Floor
• Residential Units:
o One (1) one-bedroom condominium.
o Two (2) two-bedroom condominiums.
o Two (2) four-bedroom condominiums.
o Views: All units should prioritize views toward Miriam Street for optimal aesthetics.
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Seventh Floor
• Luxury Penthouses:
o Two (2) two-story penthouses, each featuring:
 First Floor:
 Spacious living areas and a guest bedroom.
 Second Floor:
 Four bedrooms and outdoor living spaces for relaxation and entertaining.
 Views: Penthouses should offer expansive vistas, with primary orientations toward Miriam Street.
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Design Specifications and Guidelines
1. Setbacks:
o First and Second Floors: Utilize 100% of the lot with no setbacks.
o Residential Floors (3rd–7th):
 5-foot setbacks on non-street-facing sides.
 3-foot street-facing projections, where permissible.
2. Balconies:
o Every unit will feature a private, well-sized balcony, designed for Daly City's climate, with integrated mechanical/utility rooms to minimize noise and enhance ventilation.
3. Open Floor Plans:
o Modern, efficient layouts emphasizing space and visual appeal.
4. Ceiling Heights:
o Residential units: 9' 3" clear ceiling height.
o Penthouses: 12' ceilings in living areas; 9' ceilings in bedrooms.
5. Privacy-Oriented Design:
o Avoid opposing unit entrances and minimize corridor lengths for enhanced privacy.
6. Amenities:
o Integrate a secure garbage disposal system, emergency access features, and centralized vertical circulation to meet fire safety standards and accessibility requirements.
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Deliverables
Participants must submit the following:
• Complete Floor Plans for all levels.
• Sections and Elevations showcasing design elements and compliance.
• High-Quality Renderings illustrating the building's exterior, interiors, and surrounding environment.
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Selection Criteria
The winning design will be chosen based on creativity, adherence to the project’s goals, and the ability to deliver an aesthetically striking and functional building. Collaboration with the owner will be key in refining and finalizing the design.
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Future Collaboration and Incentives
The selected designer will also have the opportunity to work on a separate contract to finalize all windows, doors, interiors, and provide detailed interior renderings for the project, with payments to be agreed upon. Additionally:
• The designer will receive recognition for their work on a landmark project in Daly City.
• A generous tip will be awarded for exemplary work in the initial design phase.
This project represents an opportunity to create a visionary development that transforms Daly City's urban landscape, combining modern luxury, practicality, and sustainability into one breathtaking design.

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denilsonzage10
- 1 hour ago
#extended. Por favor
- 1 hour ago
rozeakter1112131
- 3 hours ago
Please wait.
- 3 hours ago
raafatfouad
- 5 hours ago
Plz Check entry #279 , entry #280 and also OPTION2 entry #306 thanks
- 5 hours ago
claudiacerrelli
- 8 hours ago
Please check our entriy #304. Happy to discuss or integrate it if required
- 8 hours ago
designph1
- 12 hours ago
#extended, please.
- 12 hours ago
dayanas19
- 20 hours ago
please check #278
- 20 hours ago
designergroup989
- 23 hours ago
please check #286
- 23 hours ago
designergroup989
- 1 day ago
Hi ... please check #285.
The dimensioned plans and building elevation have been submitted
- 1 day ago
arabhi1993
- 1 day ago
Hi Please check the entry no 283 having attached detailed floor plans. Working on the 3d model will attached the same soon.
- 1 day ago
EjsMAX
- 1 day ago
I am also in favor of extending the deadline for the contest, contest holder please consider the Christmas and new year holidays and extend the contest for a fiew more days, you would have better entries and more options to choose from at the end if you extend the contest. #extended
- 1 day ago
1. zedzamm
  - 1 day ago
  agree.
  - 1 day ago
2. denilsonzage10
  - 1 day ago
  #Concordo
  - 1 day ago
GRANADA4ARCH
- 1 day ago
#extended
- 1 day ago
rasheda88
- 1 day ago
Please check my entry #281
- 1 day ago
mayarashraf5925
- 1 day ago
please review #263
- 1 day ago
raafatfouad
- 1 day ago
Plz Check entry #279 and also entry #280 thanks
- 1 day ago
denilsonzage10
- 1 day ago
#extended por favor
- 1 day ago
zedzamm
- 1 day ago
Please check #266 and give the feedback. #extended #extended
- 1 day ago
designergroup989
- 2 days ago
Hello
please check #264
- 2 days ago
raafatfouad
- 2 days ago
Plz Check entry #262
- 2 days ago
arabhi1993
- 2 days ago
Please check entry no 260
- 2 days ago
yadisudjana
- 2 days ago
#259
- 2 days ago
zedzamm
- 4 days ago
If you have time please #extended
- 4 days ago
zedzamm
- 4 days ago
Please check #246 and give your feedback to proceed.
- 4 days ago
designergroup989
- 5 days ago
Hello
please check #234
the requested changes have been implemented
- 5 days ago
smvlxltd
- 5 days ago
Please give me your comments for entry #231 soon. Thanks you!
- 5 days ago
raafatfouad
- 5 days ago
Plz Check entry #229
- 5 days ago
raafatfouad
- 5 days ago
Hi, Sir Here is my concept pre-3D model and plans, sec .. Hope it meets your goals please put ur comments .thanks
- 5 days ago
denilsonzage10
- 6 days ago
Olá caro titular do concurso, gostaria de fazer algumas perguntas.
- 6 days ago
jandejesus
- 6 days ago
Hello, Contest Holder. Is the parking space in the first floor open parking? Also, is there no height limit for the first and second floor?
- 6 days ago
rozeakter1112131
- 1 week ago
Please review my entries then I can move forward.
- 1 week ago
germandal
- 1 week ago
Hi, Contest Holder, please check #219, with the improvements based on your feedback. Regards!
- 1 week ago
OarsDesign
- 1 week ago
Hello, dear contest owner. Please review my updated entry with 3D Exterior Visuals #204 and don't forget to leave feedback after reading the descriptions. The entry does not contain any AI images. Regards
- 1 week ago
1. Contest Holder
  - 1 week ago
  please share the floor plans with me thank you
  - 1 week ago
2. OarsDesign
  - 1 week ago
  Floor plans are available in the entry, you can examine the floor plans by scrolling sideways after the 3D visuals.
  - 1 week ago
germandal
- 1 week ago
Hi, Contest Holder, please check #213.
- 1 week ago
1. Contest Holder
  - 1 week ago
  you seems to have a good sense of layout , but I want to have a maximum size for the units , please make the units as large as possible, thank you
  - 1 week ago
deeph5
- 1 week ago
Hello there, please review #206 , looking forward to your thoughts on it, thanks
- 1 week ago
1. deeph5
  - 1 week ago
  I am still waiting for your feedback to proceed further.
  - 1 week ago
2. Contest Holder
  - 1 week ago
  It is Okay , and needs some improvements , thank you
  - 1 week ago
riobraling
- 1 week ago
Hello, CH. I have some question here:
What is the size of the elevator we will use?
Does every unit must have trash chute? or one in every floor is enough?
Thank You
- 1 week ago
1. Contest Holder
  - 1 week ago
  The Size of the Elevator will be 5'X6' , In regards to the trash , No it will be only designated area in the first floor in the top of the Trash room for the Residence to dump their trash to a chute.
  - 1 week ago
rasheda88
- 1 week ago
Please Check #218
- 1 week ago
designergroup989
- 1 week ago
Hello,
Please check Entry #217
Thank you.
- 1 week ago
wesamalhamadi77
- 1 week ago
please check #203
- 1 week ago
Zlows
- 1 week ago
please check #211
- 1 week ago
setyawanharris
- 1 week ago
Hi CH, Please check #212 Thankyou
- 1 week ago
zedzamm
- 2 weeks ago
#36 please give your feedback.
- 2 weeks ago
1. Contest Holder
  - 1 week ago
  I need to see some design.
  - 1 week ago
EjsMAX
- 1 week ago
I will upload my entry at the very end of the contest, as I would like to use all the available time for the design. Just wanted to inform you.
- 1 week ago