The Rose Court was built in the 1880’s as the Crocker Old People’s Home. Designed by the prominent turn-of-the-century architect A. Page Brown, it dominated the corner with a tall shingle hip roof.

Fire reduced the building to two stories and later, alterations changed the building to a school until the 1989 earthquake prevented its further use.

This renovation added a third story to provide 19 affordable housing units and a childcare for 48 children. Intact details from the original were retained, including three exterior entries, the distinctive brick and shingle facade, the large entry foyer and stairs, and the chapel which was converted to a community room used by tenants and neighborhood groups.

A sun room was added in the courtyard which overlooks the patio, gardens and childcare play area.

Owner/Client: Dominican Sisters
660 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA
General Contractor: Nibbi Brothers
Description: Renovation and new addition, 19 affordable apartments, a community space and a childcare facility
Construction Cost: $5 million
Completion Date: 2001