The Congregation of Saint Joseph in Cleveland, Ohio asked to consolidate their community member in one location. It was my task to develop a design fr 30 separate residential units. The suites, interspersed with common lounges, were linked to the existing mother-house, chapel and apartments with enclosed corridors. Although originally designed to encourage shared dining, a last minute change required the addition of a small kitchenette in each suite.
A variety of obstacles threatened the work beginning with objections by neighbors regarding the proposed plans. Several meetings with constituents quickly resolve concerns and the work proceeded.
The abandoned gas well proved to be a bit more difficult. The unidentified old gas well, of which there were several on site, happened to occur with one of the suites. A discussion with state officials outlined the necessary procedures. The well was capped, vented and carefully concealed with an access panel all with the approval of the state regulators.
The buildings of the Village are the first encountered when entering the property.
Residences step along an interior drive leading to the existing mother-house in the background.
A view from the private living area looks to the entry, kitchenette and bedroom.
A variety of obstacles threatened the work beginning with objections by neighbors regarding the proposed plans. Several meetings with constituents quickly resolve concerns and the work proceeded.
The abandoned gas well proved to be a bit more difficult. The unidentified old gas well, of which there were several on site, happened to occur with one of the suites. A discussion with state officials outlined the necessary procedures. The well was capped, vented and carefully concealed with an access panel all with the approval of the state regulators.
The buildings of the Village are the first encountered when entering the property.
Residences step along an interior drive leading to the existing mother-house in the background.
A view from the private living area looks to the entry, kitchenette and bedroom.
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