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Costco with Residential Mixed-Used Development - Baldwin Hills
Architects
AO Architects & MG2 Design
Designed
2024
Design Phase Involved
Design Development, DD-transition Package & Construction Documents
Client
Costco
Project type
Retail integration with residential towers
A groundbreaking mixed-use development in South Los Angeles, integrating a Costco warehouse with 800 residential units, including over 180 designated as affordable housing. This project is the first in Los Angeles to leverage AB 2011, a state law streamlining approvals for projects that incorporate affordable housing.
Design Highlights:
Innovative integration: Successfully combined a large-scale retail space with a significant residential component, maximizing land use and creating a dynamic community hub.
Affordable housing solution: Addressed the critical need for affordable housing by incorporating a substantial number of units for low-income households, fostering socioeconomic diversity within the development.
Sustainable urban development: Utilized a forward-thinking approach to urban planning, prioritizing density, mixed-use development, and walkability to reduce reliance on cars and promote a more sustainable lifestyle.
Community-oriented design: Created a space that caters to the needs of the surrounding community, providing convenient access to essential retail and a range of housing options.
Impact:
This project serves as a model for future developments in California, demonstrating the feasibility and benefits of integrating affordable housing with commercial spaces.
It contributes significantly to the revitalization of South Los Angeles, providing much-needed housing and amenities while promoting economic growth and community development.












