The Perlman
Santa Maria, CA
DATA
150 DU | 1.12 AC
134 DU/AC
CLIENT
Danco & Vernon Group
ROLE
Design Architect
Steps from Santa Maria’s Town Center East Mall and served by multiple bus lines, this 100% affordable Transit-Oriented Development brings 150 thoughtfully designed homes to a five-story residential building over a single podium level. Achieving 134 units per acre on a compact 1.12-acre site, the design balances density with livability through efficient layouts, abundant natural light, and welcoming shared spaces. Spanish Contemporary architecture features stucco façades, decorative ironwork, and warm earth tones for timeless appeal.