The Summit Medical Center at 3838 California Street in San Francisco hadn’t been renovated in nearly half a century; you could say it was in need of a freshen up.
brick gave the existing building in San Francisco’s medical district a functional and visual update that introduced light, air, contemporary materials, and a warm welcome.
By focusing valuable construction dollars on the most visited areas and accessibility upgrades, the budget was balanced to deliver remarkable impact.
Prioritizing the most-visited spaces, brick used elements such as lighting, casual seating, and materials such as board-formed concrete, wood, and travertine to create an environment where patients visiting the center are comfortable and happy.
before
after
An accessibility upgrade allowed for a new entry ramp at the building entrance, which gave brick the opportunity to extend a welcoming outdoor terrace. The materials of the outdoor terrace connect to the materials of the bright, airy indoor lobby. Taking advantage of existing travertine stone and carefully selecting complementary materials, brick designed a cohesive renovation connecting the existing to the new, adding opportunities to gather both inside and out.
board-formed concrete and textured ceramic pairs with warm travertine and smooth wood.
The Summit Medical Center at 3838 California Street in San Francisco hadn’t been renovated in nearly half a century; you could say it was in need of a freshen up.
Brick gave the existing building in San Francisco’s medical district a functional and visual update that introduced light, air, contemporary materials, and a warm welcome.
Prioritizing the most-visited spaces, brick used elements such as lighting, casual seating, and materials such as board-formed concrete, wood, and travertine. By focusing valuable construction dollars on the most visited areas and accessibility upgrades, the budget was balanced to deliver remarkable impact and create an environment where patients visiting the center are comfortable and happy.
before
after
An accessibility upgrade allowed for a new entry ramp at the building entrance, which gave brick the opportunity to extend a welcoming outdoor terrace. The materials of the outdoor terrace connect to the materials of the bright, airy indoor lobby. Taking advantage of existing travertine stone and carefully selecting complementary materials, brick designed a cohesive renovation connecting the existing to the new, adding opportunities to gather both inside and out.
board-formed concrete + textured ceramic pairs with wood and travertine
