282 Bremen
Expressing the Fabric
Natural facade connects urban living with green space
PROJECT DETAILS
Location
East Boston, MA
Completion Date
2024
Size
110,000 SF | 139 Units
Client
Transom Real Estate
Team
Ruthie Kuhlman
Zack Kutchin
Molly Randell
Awards
Description
282 Bremen Street is located on an edge condition between sprawling greenspace and the dense, urban fabric of East Boston. The unique site conditions pose many urban design opportunities and challenges for a mixed-use building.
Revive the streetscape, and sculpt a building that response to the fabric
East Boston is primarily made up of densely built three story, multifamily homes. Using this as a catalyst, the scale of the building is broken down and defined by volumes, roof lines, and changes in material that complement the rhythm of the area.
The public face of the building has been pushed back off the property line allowing for generous sidewalks and plantings to enhance the pedestrian streetscape, with access to 13 artist live-work spaces
The concept of "Wanderlust Creative" introduces wood and simple moves that connect to the exterior design, and additional colors bring texture and connect to nature. Indoor amenities include a gym, lounge, and private dining, and two exterior terraces overlook the city and park.
