Ryan Enschede, project architect and sustainability consultant for Tesoro Architects.
This project comprises the gut renovation of an 1899 townhouse, located on one of Brooklyn's elegant streets of original townhouses. The exterior design seeks to preserve and build upon the character of the original facade while accommodating the addition of a new floor. The interior design seeks to harmonize with the exterior without attempting to recreate history, instead reinterpreting classical detailing in a contemporary language reflective of the date of renovation and contemporary lifestyle.
Currently under construction.
Sustainable measures include:
dense site zoning, walking distance to public transport, shopping, etc.
townhouse type shares structure and building envelope.
re-use of existing building.
re-use of salvaged brick.
relatively open southern facade, closed northern facade.
reflective-finish metal shingles at east and west facades.
high-performance spray-foam insulation.
high-performance mechanical systems allowing individual room zoning.
recirculating hot-water system.
efficient fluorescent and LED lighting throughout.
interior transom windows for daylight penetration.
rooftop photovoltaic solar array.
environmentally preferable interior finishes.
Upper floor extension, partially complete.
Front (north) facade, partially complete.
Rear (south) facade rough framing.
rear (south) facade, partially complete.
Dining room looking to kitchen.
Repair of parlour stairs underway.
Continuation of parlour stair restoration, winter sunlight.
New upper stairs, winter sunlight.
Steps to south deck overlooking rear yard.
Transom window openings.
Winter sunlight via transom windows lighting bath at center of house.
Master bedroom, looking south.
Stair to roof.
Master bath, nearing completion.
PV solar installation underway.
PV solar installation complete, shading roof deck.
This little boiler heats the entire house.
Kitchen trellis and security bars shade and reflect light as needed.