Occupying the very center of the new Gowanus neighborhood, 420 Carroll Street embodies the singular qualities of this post-industrial waterfront: a well-crafted public realm, an architectural vocabulary that is a sophisticated take on the area's industrial heritage, and a deep commitment to sustainability.
Consisting of two towers and a network of open spaces, the project has a mix of residential, co-working, and retail programming. The building podiums are defined by active retail frontages at the pedestrian level. A portion of the non-residential space is dedicated to commercial and makerspaces, the so-called "Gowanus Mix," that allows local industry to continue to thrive. Located at a critical intersection of the Gowanus Canal, a 30,000 SF destination public open space and waterfront promenade integrate space for passive recreation and canal access. Inspired by the industrial heritage of the site, the buildings embrace and elevate the factory aesthetic to create a timeless design that is rooted in the neighborhood. The buildings' massing echoes the existing architecture along the canal, which is primarily brick and steel with eclectic textures reflecting the evolution of the district.
