Sustainable Linden Hills Lofts: Smart Housing for Aging Families

Linden Hills Lofts: A Smart and Sustainable Solution for Aging Families

Linden Hills is a bustling neighborhood in Minneapolis that offers a variety of amenities, including shopping areas, lakes, single-family homes, and high-density apartment buildings. However, finding suitable housing for aging families is a challenge. Responding to this pressing need, Snow Kreilich Architects designed Linden Hills Lofts, a small-scale residential development that replaces three dilapidated buildings on a pie-shaped lot.

The four-story building features below-grade parking and elevator service to three private flats, providing smart density that reinforces the character of the neighborhood. The project supports the city-wide goal of adding density while creating sustainable and livable spaces for residents. The building's massing and materiality reflect its location at the transition between the high and low-density residential districts.

The architects' design approach is a modern interpretation of the lap siding and trim found on the bungalow homes of the neighborhood. The floor-to-ceiling windows are a nod to the scale of the surrounding apartment buildings. The stained cedar siding and black accent panels give the building a contemporary aesthetic that blends seamlessly with the neighborhood's character.

Linden Hills Lofts is an innovative solution to an urgent need for aging families in Minneapolis. The project's sustainable approach, smart density, and modern design elements make it a model for future residential developments. Snow Kreilich Architects' thoughtful design approach has created a beautiful and functional space that supports the needs of the community while enhancing the neighborhood's character.

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