N A V I G A T I O N                                    Nelson Marine HQ

Office and store for a boat repair & supply company.

New Construction Concept, 1,200 sf, Alameda, CA

Amidst acres of dry-docked sailboats and motorcraft we designed a concept for a small concrete tilt-up Headquarters for the Nelson Marine boatyard and supply company. With wall heights and window openings derived from a simple square plan, the solid base structure hosts a prow-like window assembly that feeds light to the upper office level and is balanced on a single angled pier.  The mullions support a cantilevered flag mast from which the owner flies his colors.  The building enjoys views out to the Estuary and the hills of Oakland beyond.