At the request of the Roslyn Downtown Association, Storefront Studio developed proposals to convert a discussed but iconic Roslyn house into a mixed-use structure with live/work spaces for visiting artists and flexible public space. After measuring and drawing the house, the students explored three proposals, allowing the community to choose a final configuration. Careful attention was given to developing the site, respecting the original building facade and maintaining existing lines of structural support.
(1/18) At the request of the Roslyn Downtown Association, the students developed proposals to convert a discussed but iconic Roslyn house into a mixed-use structure with live/work spaces for visiting artists and flexible public space. After measuring and drawing the house, the students explored three proposals, allowing the community to choose a final configuration. Careful attention was given to developing the site, respecting the original building facade and maintaining existing lines of structural support.
Postmasters House: Existing condition
Postmasters House: Existing Condition
Postmasters House: Existing condition
Postmasters House: proposed site plan
Postmasters House: Upper floor plan
Postmasters House: Attic floor plan
Postmasters House: rendering of proposed design
Postmasters House: proposed artist space
Postmasters House: Proposed outbuilding and garden space
During their first visit, the students began measuring the building to produce a set of as found drawings of the existing conditions. They discussed possible uses with the community and based on their directions and comments, developed plans for the Artisan Arcade and the Energy Institute. They then looked at what could be made to the outside of the building to provide a better experience for pedestrians, while complying with historic preservations requirements.
NWI Company Building: Existing condition
NWI Company Building: existing condition
NWI Company Building: proposed floor plan
NWI Company Building: proposed entrance
NWI Company Building: proposed community gathering space
NWI Company Building: proposed west entrance
NWI Company Building: proposed "artisan aracade." The idea became a reality in 2014, as The Roslyn Downtown Association (RDA) commissioned SHKS architects for the renovation project, using Storefront Studio’s work as the basis for applying for state funding for the building’s purchase and restoration.
