[System Architects - Unhistoric Townhouse - COVER IMG] Unhistoric Townhouse facade at sunrise / Courtesy of System Architects, Photo by Field Condition
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Unhistoric Townhouse

PrizeHonorable Mention in Architectural Design / Residential Architecture - Single Family
Firm LocationNew York, United States
Project locationNew York City, USA
CompanySystem Architects
Lead ArchitectJeremy Edmiston
Design TeamSystem Architects: Rob Baker (project architect), Jamie Edinjiklian, Tony Jin, Charles Kwan, Helen Levin, Alanna Lauter, Kaitlin Faherty, Alvaro Almada, Matthew Addeo, Christina Bien-Aime, Christian Camacho; JD Wilson Construction Corp.; Macintosh Engineering; Brick: Belden Brick Co.; Lavada, Inc.; Consultants: Craig Tooman; Chris Allen; John Murray; Machineous
Projecthttps://systemarchitects.com/Franklin

Bricks are integral to the New York City historic district of Tribeca, where System Architects created a unique façade on a landmarked building. The complex geometry is mirrored within, where an interior wall of twisted brick anchors the building, it’s curves providing seating, shelving, and even a fireplace. But the radical twists and folds are accomplished with standard bricks. The bold design was approved by the local Landmarks Preservation Commission in a rare unanimous vote. The result is a remarkable new type of building rooted in the area’s past, signaling that a new era has arrived.