Herkimer Apartments

Herkimer Apartments is a fifteen-unit residential building that reimagines urban living through light, openness, and a strong connection to nature. A central courtyard and open-air circulation introduce daylight, greenery, and opportunities for community within the dense Brooklyn context. Units are oriented in multiple directions, providing a diversity of views. Two-bedroom residences enjoy generous northern exposure, while a range of unit sizes accommodated a diverse group of residents.Departing from the inward-facing layouts common in multifamily housing, the courtyard engages the street rather than hiding from it, visually linking public and private space and drawing sunlight deep into the building’s interior. The southern façade features angled, non-combustible precast concrete panels that create dynamic plays of shadow and texture as daylight shifts. Large-format sliding doors further strengthen the building’s relationship to light and air. Multiple roof terraces offer shared outdoor space and expansive views across the Brooklyn skyline.