Beautifully affordable: Broadway apartment complex in Santa Monica

When creating this building, one of the goals of the Community Corp. of Santa Monica was to provide housing that both blends in with the neighborhood, but yet stands out in a beautiful way. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

Dec. 19, 2013 4:30 PM PT

By echoing the proportions and details of the neighboring 1960s buildings, this apartment building not only enhances how the neighborhood looks, but provides beautiful affordable housing for the community.

Local architect Kevin Daly designed this building and took cues from the neighboring 1960s buildings, adding certain modern elements. Here, tornillo fencing gives a touch of decor to privacy. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

The use of quality materials was maximized by Kevin Daly to create a pleasant view inside the complex. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

The building not only houses residents but also serves as the location of a Boys & Girls Club, which offers afterschool activities to local children. Here, a vegetable garden maintained by the club sits on a part of the property. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

A view of the playground and the Boys & Girls Club room. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

Aluminum awnings curve around the building’s sunniest windows to provide cooling shade. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

The interior view shows a built-in window seat that takes advantage of the natural light. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

Hardwood planks weave along the walkways with staggered openings that allow light. The planks are made of tornillo, which is a fast-growing and sustainable hardwood that ages nicely. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

The second floor of the building opens up to the courtyard below, with the continuing hardwood planks that line the railing. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

The courtyard as seen from above. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

A landscaped rooftop planter helps to add a nature-infused feeling to the building. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

By using quality materials and including environmental elements to the building, Kevin Daly was able to create a space that is comfortable for residents and well within the look of the neighborhood. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)