Colony Block « The Optimism of The Cantilever

06Mar08

Study Model : Chipboard

Prototype: Infill Block for a community of 100 in North Phladephia

Hybrid program : (will allow for rent subsidies)

Western half as live work /space for 75 local artists,

with a children’s library and garden.

Eastern half as luxury housing with restaurant/retail on grade.

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Tags: Sustainable development.

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