SECOND + SECOND
Award-winning new construction in a historic district
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PROJECT SIZE
Minneapolis, MN
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Solaris Vail
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2017-2018
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City preservation (HPC) approvals, design for new construction in a historic district
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158 housing units with ground level retail
Modern, timeless design seamlessly integrates new housing into an industrial historic district.
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CHALLENGE
The Minneapolis Warehouse District, which has become a popular residential and commercial neighborhood, conveys the early industrial history that was key to the City’s development. The original design of the district - which served wholesaling warehouses and railroad distribution - presents challenges for today’s pedestrians and residents.
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SUCCESS
New History worked with the award-winning design team at Snow Kreilich to create a design for new multi-family housing and ground–level retail in the historic district that both honored history while responding to today’s urban and residential needs. The project integrates durable, timeless materials - like dark brick and stone - to create a contemporary building and courtyard that complement the district.