In a fast changing modern society, people are constantly searching for new forms of living that's suitable for their needs. As a city know for its world distinguished higher education and innovation industries, Boston has a large percentage of students and young professionals. However, the housing in inner city is extremely over-priced and is hard for students and recent graduates to afford. The aim of this project is to explore a new form of living, to provide the residents with their private space as well as access to large shared living space, retail, restaurants, sports, music and all that people seek for a better living.
Regional analysis

10 min walk range

Bike lane

MBTA route

Institution building
Concept sketch


Center Atrium

Unit Patio

Site response and massing

Occupancy

Resident level program

"The Entertainer"

"The Gardener"

"The Student"
Loft unit type

3rd Floor Plan

2rd Floor Plan


Ground Floor Plan

Section at center atrium (North side)

Section at center atrium (South side)

Elevation at Boylston St.

Elevation at Massachusetts Ave.

Mass timber wall section

Connection between metal structural framing and mass timber structure

Exterior perspective.
The perforated metal panel skin reduces the heaviness of the building, also provides the users with shading and privacy.

Exterior patio

The connection

Apartment lobby

Center Atrium