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ABOUT
ABOUT
This project extends beyond adaptive reuse to reflect a commitment to thoughtful continuity. Through the restoration of historic fabric and the integration of restrained, purposeful interventions, it establishes a dynamic dialogue between past and present. Hence, the project is titled Urban Palimpsest.
*In collaboration with M. Arch graduate student: Elizabeth Tabisz
THE IDEA
THE IDEA
THE OUTPUT
THE OUTPUT
PROGRAM
PROGRAM
The program is organized to create a gradual transition from public to private use. The ground and second floors feature casual dining, a bar, street-level retail, a ballroom, and formal dining, encouraging public interaction. Beginning on the 3rdfloor, the building transitions to hotel and residential use, offering studio and one-bedroom units. The 21st floor includes a fitness center with expansive city views, and the rooftop is activated by a bar that serves as a lively social destination.
PUBLIC FLOORS
The bridge leading to the prefunction and ballroom is conceived as an experiential transition. The ballroom itself is an open, strategically positioned structure ideal for hosting events. A pre-design solar study confirmed consistent shading between the two buildings throughout the year, allowing for a glass roof without glare issues. The design maintains openness and visual continuity, with a modified hip roof truss system that offers both structural stability and a refined architectural profile.
Bridge
Bridge
Ballroom
Ballroom
A view from State and Adams
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