Following a fire event, this 16-unit apartment building required a targeted rehabilitation balancing restoration with code-triggered upgrades.
The work focused on identifying where the existing structure could be maintained and where intervention was required to meet current life safety standards. By working within the allowances of the existing building code, the scope was carefully limited to what was necessary, avoiding unnecessary reconstruction.
The project restores the building through a controlled, code-aligned approach—prioritizing clarity, efficiency, and long-term performance.
The rear elevation reflects the practical scope of the work, where targeted interventions addressed accessibility, envelope performance, and site infrastructure. Improvements were integrated into the existing building with minimal disruption, aligning new elements with the character of the original structure.