By Daily Republic Staff
FAIRFIELD — The master plan for the One Lake planned development in northeast Fairfield was honored earlier this month at the 55th Annual Gold Nugget Award ceremony with the merit award for Best Master Plan on the Boards.
One Lake is a large master planned project being developed by McKinley Partners.
The Gold Nugget ceremony recognizes builders and developers who seek to improve communities through exceptional concepts in design, planning and development. The event included entrants from all over the globe.
“This award for our One Lake Master Plan in Fairfield was a collaborative effort between our team, Hezmalhalch Architects and the city of Fairfield,” said Steve Rite, a founding partner of McKinley, in a press release. “The fact that the plan is part of the Fairfield Train Station Specific Plan and is a transit-oriented development is a game-changer for residents at One Lake.”
“It was such an honor to see One Lake in Fairfield being honored from among entries that included China, Australia, Mexico and throughout the United States,” said Dan Aguilar, founding partner, in a press release.
The land plan includes 2,226 homes on 380 acres in a variety of housing options including single family, court homes and two types of duet homes – some with lake views.
“When we started this project 10 years ago we promised the city that it would be something different and special,” said Debra Yarbrough Russo, a partner in the project, in the press release.
The Lake Park District includes a 22-acre lake.
The 35,000 square feet that comprise the commercial/retail space will include The Glass House and Canon Station Restaurant, which are situated to take advantage of the long lake view, and the connecting Village Square Amphitheater Park.
The Village Core also contains a community library and a boathouse.
Outdoor activities such as pétanque, volleyball, movie night, campouts and concerts will be available.
The Lake Club will boast an infinity pool and spa, workout areas, and with free Wi-Fi. Residents will have workspace within the clubhouse to work “from home.”
The Glass House serves as a welcome center.
“This development group has delivered a forward-leaning project for our community’s northeast area,” said Fairfield Community Development Director Kevin Snyder, in the press release. “This transit-oriented development is going to help reduce our residents’ dependency on driving, create opportunities to live, work and play at the same time and make a positive impact on the environment and the local economy.”