3rd Schematic Layout

My challenge has been creating a design that will bring natural light into the center portion of the layout. A central circulation space minimizes public space, allowing more space for the residential units on the Second and Third Floors.


This also provides an opportunity for each unit to have connectivity to the outdoors. The replacement window units will be operable, therefore each resident will be able to control their interaction with the outdoor environment. It is important to have exterior views from all of the residential units. This provides opportunities for connectivity to the environment. In this region of the country the four seasons are very distinct. Residents must be able to visually experience the seasons.




The Yerba Buena Lofts in San Francisco, California provided an excellent example of loft or warehouse design with a deep plan and tight structural grid. Each unit has access to a small private loggia.

The unit sizes for Building 1 at the Lemp Brewery are:
Unit A - 2600 s.f./unit (2 Bedroom, 2 Bath)
Unit B - 2300 s.f./unit (2 Bedroom, 1 Bath)
Unit C - 2000 s.f./unit (1 Bedroom, 1 Bath)
Unit D - 1600 s.f./unit (1 Bedroom, 1 Bath)

The Kyo-Machiya housing type in Japan was developed to allow urban spaces, which are in densely populated areas, to have access to natural light. This housing type utilizes the concept of directing natural light into the interior portions of the buildings.