2517 Union St Apartments

The preservation of a historic Craftsman with a deep-rooted history served as the center of this community-focused project. Originally built in 1912, the house played a vital role in San Diego’s LGBTQ history by serving as the only hospice for AIDS patients during the epidemic. NDD expertly restored the dilapidated structure while simultaneously developing the adjacent plots of sharply sloped land. The result is a unique, multi-residential building that shares a courtyard with its sleek new sister residence.   Named for Dr. Brad Truax, an AIDS awareness and prevention leader, the historically preserved house features 10 unique studios plus a multi-purpose community room. The adjacent sister lofts are an architectural gem: NDD maximized this otherwise unusable space providing additional dwelling units while providing maximum natural light and stunning views.   The entire project is a testament to the blend of vintage and modern architecture for which Bankers Hill is known.