LEMAY + ESCOBAR ARCHITECTURE & ODA
Images: Inessa Binenbaum
While original plans called for two stand-alone buildings, the
ODA team was able to approach the design with an innovative
perspective, creating one holistic living experience by way
of a uniquely designed bike storage room. By integrating a
connecting path between the buildings with a 44-foot-long glass
enclosed bike room, ODA was able to centralize the amenities
and create a more spacious environment for residents without
doubling up on lobbies, mailrooms and elevator banks.
“The bike room in the courtyard area between the two buildings
acts as a connecting corridor, which allowed us to create one
unifying development, rather than two separate towers,” said
Christian Bailey, Principal at ODA. “By creatively working within
the constraints of the zoning laws, we were able to maximize
common areas and recreational spaces that knit the building
together to allow for a more communal and connected lifestyle.”
Reflecting the vibrancy of 43rd Street, residents can enjoy
various amenities including an indoor pool with open-air
access, the 6,000 square-foot landscaped private courtyard,
a contemporary children’s playroom, a state-of-the-art fitness
center flooded with sunlight, and a translucent glass-enclosed
“bike box” that reimagines typical bike storage as an innovative
architectural centerpiece.
www.lemayescobar.com
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