Augusta
....a 12 unit multifamily building in the Ukrainian Village neighborhood of Chicago. The building is designed to fit into the scale of the neighborhood, by utilizing half of the dwelling units that are allowed under the zoning designation and by dividing the building into two, which are tied together at the base. The scale of each building is derived by their neighboring buildings. separating the buildings is a stair which leads to an entry terrace for direct access to the upper apartment units. The grade level apartments along Augusta Avenue have their own garden entrances and are 2 story units, offering the upper bedroom floor more privacy and better views. For the upper apartment balconies a screen of glass and metal mesh is designed for privacy.