SO-IL Unveils Vision for 9 Chapel: A Metal-Wrapped Brooklyn High-Rise

01 Sep 2023 CW Team

Brooklyn's architectural landscape is set for a remarkable addition as SO-IL, a local architecture studio, reveals ambitious plans for a 14-storey residential high-rise named "9 Chapel." This eye-catching project, located in downtown Brooklyn, boasts a distinctive design featuring a perforated metal skin enveloping its exterior.

The renderings showcase a unique blend of slender, interconnected volumes, abundant picture windows, and multiple outdoor patios. Positioned adjacent to the Dumbo neighborhood, 9 Chapel will comprise 27 one to four-bedroom residences, each offering panoramic views and year-round outdoor spaces.

The standout feature is the undulating, perforated metal skin, designed to absorb light and provide privacy. Notably, each unit will have covered or uncovered patios, enhancing the residents' connection with the outdoors. A semi-circle cut-out in patio ceilings adds an artistic touch, while the concrete exterior walls mirror a wave pattern akin to the metal cladding.

SO-IL's innovative approach aims to connect these homes with their surroundings, redefining 21st-century living in New York City. Interior spaces feature open-concept living, oversized kitchen islands, concrete ceilings, and wooden floors.

Moreover, this visionary project will include shared amenities such as a lounge, a state-of-the-art fitness studio, and bike storage, promising a holistic living experience. 9 Chapel's location provides breathtaking views of iconic landmarks, making it a potential architectural landmark in its own right, set to transform Brooklyn's skyline.

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