CLIENT: Basco Development
LOCATION: Detroit, MI
YEAR: 2017 - Ongoing
Located in the center of Corktown, 1350 Michigan Avenue features the renovation of the 20,000 square foot Spaulding Building alongside a new 60,000 square foot residential development on the neighboring vacant lot.
Historically, the Spaulding Building was originally a fine furniture workshop before being repurposed as an electrical parts manufacturer in the early 1900s. MPA is maintaining the building’s original masonry and historic essence while adding ground-floor retail space on Michigan Avenue, 18 walk-up apartments, and 6 contemporary rooftop units with terraces.
>p>In contrast, the new 86-unit apartment building boasts a sleek, dark exterior. The space between the two structures creates two expansive terraces on the second level, featuring both communal and private amenities along with greenery. The balconies above provide residents with outdoor access and views of the terraces and the surrounding city.