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Dylan Desiante

Dylan Desiante

New York, NY, US

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Five stories and a basement; the basement is where the mechanical room and waste room are located. On the first floor is a cafe, allowing another way for the building to make money, perhaps helping lower costs for units. The building features eight units in total (4 studios and 4 one bedrooms).
Five stories and a basement; the basement is where the mechanical room and waste room are located. On the first floor is a cafe, allowing another way for the building to make money, perhaps helping lower costs for units. The building features eight units in total (4 studios and 4 one bedrooms).
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In the heart of Harlem, a pioneering infill housing project is emerging, weaving sustainability into the vibrant fabric of the community. This innovative development seeks to address the pressing urban housing needs while prioritizing environmental responsibility. Nestled amid historic brownstones, the project embraces eco-friendly design principles, incorporating rainwater harvesting systems and mass timber construction to minimize its ecological footprint. In a neighborhood rich with history and culture, this infill housing project is a testament to the possibilities of harmonizing urban development with environmental mindfulness and community empowerment, paving the way for a more sustainable and inclusive future in Harlem.

 
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Status: School Project
Location: New York, NY, US
My Role: Individual Project

 
The primary structure is CLT wall and floor panels connected through steel bearings. Benefits include having a lower carbon footprint than other materials and can be pre-fabricated off-site, making construction easier, quicker, and safer. The elevator shaft is made of CMU for durability.
The primary structure is CLT wall and floor panels connected through steel bearings. Benefits include having a lower carbon footprint than other materials and can be pre-fabricated off-site, making construction easier, quicker, and safer. The elevator shaft is made of CMU for durability.
The roof is slightly pitched to allow rain to flow toward the front facade. This is where it enters downpipes that lead to a tank and filtration system, then pumped back into the units. Benefits include less stormwater runoff and reduced water and energy bills.
The roof is slightly pitched to allow rain to flow toward the front facade. This is where it enters downpipes that lead to a tank and filtration system, then pumped back into the units. Benefits include less stormwater runoff and reduced water and energy bills.