Birdsong Phoenix

Vecino Design LLC

Architects: Vecino Design LLC, project; and Thomas and Crowley LLC (Gilbert, Arizona), landscape
Engineers: Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (Phoenix), civil; and Stand Structural Engineering Inc. (Phoenix), structural
General contractor: Vecino Construction LLC
Cost: $28 million
Estimated completion: April 30
Description: The first example of net-zero energy, multifamily affordable housing for Phoenix is on track via 12 two-story townhome-style buildings providing 72 homes geared toward couples and families with children, project officials said. Amenities will include a clubhouse, pool, playgrounds, covered parking and on-site management and maintenance. Efficiency elements include fully electrified buildings, xeriscaping and photovoltaic panels on rooftops and pool canopy to offset electric usage. Each residential building is planned to reduce electric and water usage beyond Energy Star and Enterprise Green Community certification levels.