The project is the development of the podium and air-rights on Block 88. It consists of an additional 162 apartment units in nine stories on top of the existing 4-story podium of the recently completed parking garage located at 216 S Pinckney St. Over 3,200 square feet has been added to the fifth level floor plate, and 1,550 square feet added to the typical floor plate above. This addition was done to maximize the number of units without negatively impacting the podium.
The building’s form maintains the curve on the MLK side of the building and a rectilinear façade faces the Madison Municipal Building, which better relates to the city grid and adjacent buildings. The lightweight facade system is composed of two types of metal panels with punched windows. The brick at the core and corners add a balance to the metal materials and anchor the building to the site. Solid materials add architectural interest, texture and scale to the facades while making the building more energy efficient and bird friendly. The basic massing of the building steps down, and reduces in scale, towards the MMB. The top floor of the apartment tower is stepped back to create a terrace and a top to the building. Mechanical equipment is located on the roof and is either enclosed or screened. A green roof and Madison’s first blue roof are located on the southwest side towards the MMB.
This project was completed in partnership with Potter Lawson.
