Innovative Design: Raising the Bar

Architects achieve high-end design on limited budgets.

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Designed by David Baker Architects, The Rivermark in West Sacramento, Calif., features a second-level podium courtyard that serves as the heart of the development. Balconies, decks, and patios surround the courtyard, which helps to blend the public and private space.

Mariko Reed

Designed by David Baker Architects, The Rivermark in West Sacramento, Calif., features a second-level podium courtyard that serves as the heart of the development. Balconies, decks, and patios surround the courtyard, which helps to blend the public and private space.

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Christine Serlin

Christine Serlin is an editor for Affordable Housing Finance, Multifamily Executive, and Builder. She has covered the affordable housing industry since 2001. Before that, she worked at several daily newspapers, including the Contra Costa Times and the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Connect with Christine at [email protected] or follow her on Twitter @ChristineSerlin.