The Morgan | San Mateo, CA

Constructed at the site of the former historic Bay Meadows racing track, this project provides large 2- and 3-bedroom dwellings, for a total of 82 new residential units. The original building design was created by MVE Studio, as two "new-mission" style buildings separated by a public paseo. When BDE was brought onto the project, we reviewed the design with the planning department, and made modifications to address City comments. Using the same design language, the two buildings were consolidated into a single building, and increased in size to optimize unit count. The public paseo through the building was maintained. 

An interior courtyard is divided by bio-retention planters into several distinct spaces that incorporate seating areas with BBQs, a pizza oven, and 2 fountains. With a transit-oriented design, residents have access to Caltrain, the 101 freeway, State Route 92 and the San Mateo Bridge.

BDE ushered the new configuration through Design Review, which passed on the first round.

Address: 2901 E Kyne St, San Mateo, CA 94403

Client: Wilson Meany

Number of Units: 82

Construction Type: V A / I A

Year Completed: 2021