Chicago Townhouse
Chicago Townhouse in Chicago, Illinois by Alexander Gorlin Architects
The following text and images are courtesy Alexander Gorlin Architects for their townhouse on the northwest side of Chicago. Photographs are copyright Michael Moran.
Located in a residential neighborhood of single family homes in Chicago, on a lot of 125’ x 25’, this 2,800 sq. ft. townhouse is limited in width by the narrow lot, and also the zoning code that limits the height to 25’ to the bottom of the roof joists. These restrictions offered the opportunity to lower the entrance to four feet below grade in order to maximize the height of this three-story residence. The entrance is located in the center of the plan in order to limit circulation to the area of limited light and air within the body of the house.
This townhouse floats behind a private garden wall and is framed by traditional houses on both sides. A dramatic side stair leads to the main level, comprising open living, dining and kitchen areas, then continues upstairs to the master bedroom and bathroom that are literally suspended above the main living space. Two guest bedrooms and bathrooms are located on the lower floor.
On the main level, a continuous loft-like two story space is open from front to back, with the living area overlooking the street and a music area in the rear framing the kitchen and open dining area in the middle. The master bedroom and bathroom are suspended within this volume of space. The main stair winds up the side wall from the master bedroom level to the roof deck above. In the rear, the garage is located on the service alley, defining a garden area between it and the back of the house.
The following text and images are courtesy Alexander Gorlin Architects for their townhouse on the northwest side of Chicago. Photographs are copyright Michael Moran.
Located in a residential neighborhood of single family homes in Chicago, on a lot of 125’ x 25’, this 2,800 sq. ft. townhouse is limited in width by the narrow lot, and also the zoning code that limits the height to 25’ to the bottom of the roof joists. These restrictions offered the opportunity to lower the entrance to four feet below grade in order to maximize the height of this three-story residence. The entrance is located in the center of the plan in order to limit circulation to the area of limited light and air within the body of the house.
This townhouse floats behind a private garden wall and is framed by traditional houses on both sides. A dramatic side stair leads to the main level, comprising open living, dining and kitchen areas, then continues upstairs to the master bedroom and bathroom that are literally suspended above the main living space. Two guest bedrooms and bathrooms are located on the lower floor.
On the main level, a continuous loft-like two story space is open from front to back, with the living area overlooking the street and a music area in the rear framing the kitchen and open dining area in the middle. The master bedroom and bathroom are suspended within this volume of space. The main stair winds up the side wall from the master bedroom level to the roof deck above. In the rear, the garage is located on the service alley, defining a garden area between it and the back of the house.
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