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Bright Common

Bright Common

Philadelphia, PA

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Kensington Yards

This 14-unit, energy efficient multifamily urban infill project project consists of two separate buildings flanking a shared green courtyard. The team took great care to restore a badly deteriorated 19th century tenement building whose front facade served as a generator of design for its modern addition. Demolition materials were reclaimed and used for kitchen counters and other built-in millwork and stairs.

 
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Status: Built
Location: Philadelphia, PA, US
Firm Role: Architect
Additional Credits: Landscape Architect: Hans Hesselein / Apiary Studio