2005

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Division of Community Assistance

With funding from the Appalachian Regional CommissionVirginia A. Faust, AICP

Section 4, part 2

Infill Construction

Summary, Infill Construction• Complement existing architecture – use details of

brickwork patterns and other design elements from

neighboring buildings• Add elements of ornamentation, trim, color, articulation

to add visual interest to buildings• Preserve streetscape by placing buildings close to street • Place parking at side or rear of buildings; have two “front

doors” for entry from street as well as parking lot