SOM has created a bold new vision for Treasure Island, a 393-acre manmade island in the heart of the San Francisco Bay. Upon completion, the area will boast a diverse community with access to unprecedented open space, resource-conserving technologies, and a robust network of transportation options.
SOM’s vision drew fundamentally from sustainable principles and the powerful appeal of island life. The design proposes three compact neighborhoods organized around a town center and ferry terminal — a layout intended to encourage walking, bicycling, and using mass transit. Approximately 300 acres of the island will be set aside for open space, and all new landscaping will utilize native species.
Other sustainable strategies include greywater recycling, an extensive composting program, and the use of renewable grid-source power to meet the island’s energy needs. The development is designed to exceed California’s Building Efficiency Standards (Title 24) by 20 percent. The scheme represents San Francisco’s best opportunity to accommodate population growth with a minimal ecological footprint.
A unique San Francisco neighborhood that responds to its microclimate and will help develop an ecologically rich natural area. Image © SOM
A 21st-century community that will be established as a new regional destination. Image © dbox and CMG
The plan will introduce community benefits such as job creation, affordable housing, and cultural and educational programs. Image © SOM
Establishing a great park with the majority of the island being open space. Image © SOM
Implementing sustainable practices such as solar-oriented public space to conserve natural resources and reduce pollution. Image © SOM
Visitor and resident pathways create a compact, walkable neighborhood community. Image © SOM
Creating energy efficiency through solar orientation, wind power, and the use of photovoltaics. Image © SOM
Activating the water’s edge through a variety of uses and programs adds a strong connection to downtown San Francisco. Image © dbox
