Architecture · Interiors · Planning

Sunrise of Manhattan Beach

A Coastal Fit

Located at the intersection of Sepulveda Boulevard and 5th Street, this 80,000 SF, three-story assisted living and memory care community is designed to bridge the scale of a busy commercial corridor with the character of adjacent single-family neighborhoods. The 95-unit development, set on a sloped 1.2-acre site, steps and articulates its massing to respond to both conditions. Contemporary Craftsman detailing, expressed through light-toned materials, shutters, awnings, and divided windows, draws from the surrounding beachy vernacular, creating a building that feels both contextual and distinctly residential.

Connected Living, Inside and Out

Daily life extends beyond the interior through a series of outdoor spaces that support both activity and relaxation. Dining, lounge, and activity areas open directly to a private garden courtyard with shaded seating and outdoor dining, encouraging movement and social interaction. Roof terraces take advantage of the site’s elevation and coastal proximity, offering additional spaces for residents to gather, unwind, and connect with their surroundings.

Designed for Care and Comfort

The community is organized to support a full spectrum of care, with thoughtfully planned Assisted Living and Memory Care environments integrated within a cohesive residential setting. Subterranean parking preserves the pedestrian experience at grade, allowing the ground level to remain focused on landscape, amenities, and resident life. The result is a community that balances care with comfort, designed to feel familiar, supportive, and connected to its coastal context.

Client

Sunrise Senior Living

Location

Manhattan Beach, California

Studio

Housing

Sector

Senior Living

project Size

80,000 SF / 95 Units