The base of the building utilizes brick, tying it into the surrounding neighborhood. The top floors of the building break from the contextual base in form and material. The corrugated metal saw tooth roofline is a response to the environment, bringing in soft, northern light while providing roof area for a Photovoltaic array of solar panels. The top floor is connected to a roof garden filled with native plants. The result is a light-filled, dynamic space that is shaped by its relationship to daylight and connections to the exterior.
Constructed in 2003, Rivington Street Building is an example of Paul A. Castrucci energy efficient design that utilizes sustainable methods such as a high-performance envelope, a solar Photovoltaic (PV) array, and rainwater collection/grey water system.
Status: Built
Architect: Paul A. Castrucci
Contractor: Paul A. Castrucci
Website: https://www.castrucciarchitect.com/179-rivington-st
