San Marcos Design Manual (March 16, 2021)

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Design Guidelines

Table 1.3 Expression Elements

Primary Expression Elements The design options described and illustrated below may be used individually, or in combination, to meet the intent of the design guidelines for building expression. Note that other creative building expression strategies may also be appropriate.

Vertical Expression Elements

Vertical Expression Line Expression lines project sufficiently from the face of a building wall to cast a distinct shadow. In this particular example, vertical expression lines are seen in the form of attached columns, which run the length of the building.

Wall Notch A wall notch is a vertical expression line created by notching a building wall for its full height. In this example the central bay is inset from the flanking walls.

Wall Offset A wall offset is similar to an increased setback, but with a larger dimension. It often provides a forecourt along part of the front of a building.

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San Marcos Design Manual Amended: March 16, 2021