The Downs

Scarborough, ME

The Downs is part of a 524-acre mixed-use development aimed at revitalizing the former Scarborough Downs racetrack site. The new 66,000 square foot multifamily community is designed with energy-efficient Passive House principles and a focus on Universal Design, fostering an environment conducive to independent living. The program consists of 51 fully accessible units which incorporates innovative smart-home technologies, a common living area for social activities, a dedicated workspace for service providers, and a mobility and assistive technology hub. The long-awaited development will help fill the affordable housing gap for disabled adults and their families.

  • SERVICE

    Architecture
  • TYPE

    Multifamily

    New Construction
  • CLIENT
    3i Housing of Maine (3i HoME) + Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH)
  • SIZE
    66,000 sf
  • STATUS
    On the Boards