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Design Standard Suggested Code Concepts Photo of Appropriate Code Implementation Photo of Inappropriate Code Implementation Façade Transparency – Building Base The building base, when adjacent to pedestrian-oriented streets and pathways shall be highly transparent: Windows beginning no higher than 6” above grade to at least 10’ above grade Large windows that showcase storefront displays and interior features to increase pedestrian interest Windows comprising a minimum of 75% of the façade length at the building base Windows at corners to ensure transparency from the sidewalk, through the building base, to the perpendicular sidewalk Avoiding continuous window walls by providing architectural building treatments, mullions, building modulation, entry doors, and/or columns at intervals consistent with the historic structures Façade Transparency – Building Middle The building middle, shall avoid blank walls: Provide architectural penetrated by windows, or other transparencies Avoid using treatments of continu- ous transparency such as “ribbon windows” (continuous horizontal bands of glass) or “window walls” (glass over the entire sur- face) Buildings on pedestrian-oriented streets should provide upper-story amenities overlooking the street, such as balconies and roof decks, with direct access from living and/or common spaces. Upper-story commercial activities such as second-story dining decks are supported. Architectural Distinction Window and door cases designed with depth and visual relief from facade, and punched or recessed into structure Large expanses or strips of glass broken up with mullions or other treatments to give the building identifiable scale, and depth Design Windows designed to use wood or similar looking materials for depth and texture similar to historic wood windows Architectural detailing at window jambs, sills, and heads emphasized Window proportions, orientation, and transom windows similar to his- toric structures Transparency designs varying across the horizontal and vertical façade and include glass doors and sidelights Old Town Historic Core Overlay Draft Amendments to Design Standards—Architecture and Design WINDOWS www.redmond.gov/history Contact: Kimberly Dietz, 425‐556‐2415, [EMAIL REDACTED] Sarah Stiteler, 425‐556‐2469, [EMAIL REDACTED] Please include your comments: