Abandoned dock building renovation in the United States - staying true to the original structure

Abandoned dock building renovation in the United States - staying true to the original structure

AA Studio plans to develop the iconic building of the New York Docklands Company in Brooklyn, New York,The 230000 square foot structure has been transformed into a mixed use building facility, with six commercial spaces on the first floor,The upper level consists of 70 loft apartments, as well as a rooftop terrace and garden. The purpose of design is to be as faithful to the original structure as possible,Retain existing poured concrete columns and walls, as well as exposed high concrete ceilings.

 

The spatial characteristics of loft style apartments are spaciousness and minimal design, including complete height integration and when the wall doors are closed,Three large glass lattice windows offer a continuous view of Brooklyn and Manhattan.

 

These viewpoints introduce the core functions of five vertical circulations,There is no need for every apartment corridor to span the width of the building.On the rooftop, there is a garden for residents. The roof also has a water tower in front of the building,

The top floor apartment that will be converted into a 360 degree panoramic view

 

Editor: Deli

Source: Network

 

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