ECKINGTON YARDS

This four-building complex is organized around a woonerf, a Dutch term for a pedestrian thoroughfare that can also accommodate slow-moving vehicular traffic. The narrow woonerf will create a dense urban streetscape that is rare in DC, which is famed for its wide avenues. The mixed-used project includes substantial maker spaces that will add life and variety to the neighborhood. Setbacks at upper levels of the buildings ensure abundant natural light even at ground level, while the varied but complementary façade expressions break down the complex’s apparent scale.