Staples Condominium

NE Washington, DC

 

The Staples Condominium project is a compelling example of how ALine Architecture approached complex design challenges with creativity and innovation to satisfy zoning requirements, historic preservation standards, and the owner’s original vision. By thinking beyond conventional solutions, the team successfully balanced the interests of all stakeholders while delivering a project that exceeds current market expectations and responds to evolving housing trends in Washington, D.C.. One of the project’s defining moves was the bold and strategic addition of a third floor atop an existing two-story apartment building.

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To address the constraints imposed by city ordinances and the structural limitations of the existing building, ALine Architecture employed advanced 3D modeling technology to explore new design opportunities, resolve architectural challenges, and clearly visualize solutions throughout the process. The exterior transformation pairs a smooth-panel Hardie siding system with contemporary architectural detailing, creating a striking contrast that both complements and elevates the original brick structure through carefully selected paint colors and material transitions.

 

Through thoughtful planning, elegant modern interventions, and the strategic maximization of the building envelope, the Staples Condominium emerged as a distinctive and highly visible project—one that stands apart within the urban fabric and reflects ALine Architecture’s commitment to innovative, context-sensitive design.

 

Area: 4,880 SF
Type: Multifamily, Residential

Completed: 2018