Vista Dunes Courtyard Homes is an 80-unit complex that will house more than 300 low income residents on a 9.5 acre site located in La Quinta, California. Vista Dunes incorporates principles of environmentally friendly design, energy and water efficiency, durability, and sustainability. The homes include some of the most advanced water and energy efficiencies in home building today.
Vista Dunes is the largest multi-family affordable housing project in the country to achieve "Platinum" level of LEED certification.
Vista Dunes Courtyard Homes were designed with the residents in mind and creating a sense of community. Upon entering the project, a deep setback from Miles Avenue acts as a sound and safety buffer. Circulation through the project is achieved by an interconnected paseo/sidewalk system that promotes pedestrian-friendly interaction. Units and common spaces are oriented along the paseo system, with units clustered into neighborhoods and courts. To enhance the community spirit, the front porches and terraces of every unit overlook the courts and paseo system, allowing children and families safe passage throughout the project. Tenants enjoy amenities such as an onsite basketball court, swimming pool, community center (Commons Building) and play areas. The Commons Building has a kitchen, computer lab, and a large multipurpose community room and is adjacent to the swimming pool.
Vista Dunes Courtyard Homes
44-950 Vista Dunes Lane
La Quinta, CA 92253
Vista Dunes Courtyard homes seeks to responsibly and sustainably enhance the quality of life for those segments of society with the greatest potential foe economic growth and contribution to the local community. At the same time, Vista Dunes benefits all residents of La Quinta overall and elevates the Coachella Valley locally and nationally.
* Beneficial Built Environment Referring to the quality, security and durability of the materials and surroundings that provide a multitude of daily benefits to Vista Dunes. Of specific note are: product alliances (EnergyStar), quality materials, durability (concrete floors) and safety (wireless camera surveillance).
* More Affordable Forever Recurring monthly utility costs are some of the most burdensome expenses for lower income families in desert communities, further elevating the benefit of and need for green building projects. Vista Dunes represents a significant positive change for residents - increasing the quality of life physically and financially.
* Creating Community Creating a sense of place and developing an authentic community requires more than a well-designed built environment. Residents of Vista Dunes benefit from customized educational and recreation programs where all residents can come together to get to know their neighbors. The paseos and courtyards within Vista Dunes encourage safe, pedestrian-friendly interaction between residents, while the unit placement and design focuses activity inward.
* Going Greener Vista Dunes is part of a larger 'greening' program that the City of La Quinta is undertaking to improve the quality of life for local residents and the environment. The significant energy and water efficiencies achieved with Vista Dunes are proof of The City's commitment to conservation and smart, green building.
Vista Dunes Courtyard Homes is an 80-unit complex that will house more than 300 low income residents on a 9.5 acre site located in La Quinta, California. Vista Dunes incorporates principles of environmentally friendly design, energy and water efficiency, durability, and sustainability. The homes include some of the most advanced water and energy efficiencies in home building today.
Vista Dunes Courtyard Homes were designed with the residents in mind and creating a sense of community. Upon entering the project, a deep setback from Miles Avenue acts as a sound and safety buffer. Circulation through the project is achieved by an interconnected paseo/sidewalk system that promotes pedestrian-friendly interaction. Units and common spaces are oriented along the paseo system, with units clustered into neighborhoods and courts. To enhance the community spirit, the front porches and terraces of every unit overlook the courts and paseo system, allowing children and families safe passage throughout the project. Tenants enjoy amenities such as an onsite basketball court, swimming pool, community center (Commons Building) and play areas. The Commons Building has a kitchen, computer lab, and a large multipurpose community room and is adjacent to the swimming pool.