District 10 Manhattan, also known as Central Harlem, is home to just over 125,000 people. This community is known to be very diverse, which presents its own challenges. The median income for Central Harlem sits just above $45,000 per year with 29% of its population living below the poverty line.

These statistics highlight the need for low and affordable housing opportunities in this community. This studio brought to light the difficulties in developing typical New York City housing lots (25’x100’) in a manner in which investors and tenants can both be satisfied.

This project pushes the boundaries of typical “brownstone” construction by using a combination of Glulam and CLT members. The proposal also includes the acquisition of air rights to facilitate not only more units, but provide more diverse living options. Bearing in mind HPD guidelines, 3(10) Embed provides spacious and equitable housing for its tenants.