Rehabilitation and expansion of historical 1501 Fairmount Avenue adds to the ongoing commercial and residential revitalization of the east-west thoroughfare.
Love the angled porches at the corner of Swain and 15th, large and plentiful windows, substantial setbacks on both Fairmount and 15th, and street trees. The paneling's dark coloring highlights the original building's lighter toned masonry.
The new structure might benefit from a stronger cornice and perhaps even complementary finials. And I agree, there's an assault of metal paneling. A bit of brick or stone would be more aesthetically pleasing.
Overall though, ~ 50 new residents and 2,000 square feet of retail space is a win.
Not sure about the rust colored paneling, but it will be a nice sidewalk view while walking past the original building’s masonry.
Rehabilitation and expansion of historical 1501 Fairmount Avenue adds to the ongoing commercial and residential revitalization of the east-west thoroughfare.
Love the angled porches at the corner of Swain and 15th, large and plentiful windows, substantial setbacks on both Fairmount and 15th, and street trees. The paneling's dark coloring highlights the original building's lighter toned masonry.
The new structure might benefit from a stronger cornice and perhaps even complementary finials. And I agree, there's an assault of metal paneling. A bit of brick or stone would be more aesthetically pleasing.
Overall though, ~ 50 new residents and 2,000 square feet of retail space is a win.