R-951 RESIDENCES

LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY

PROGRAM: Residential

TOTAL AREA: 6,000 SF

PARTNERS: Further Inc., NY State Energy Research and Development, Zero Energy Design, Aeon Solar

AWARDS: AIA New York COTE Award, Honor Award (2015); Building Brooklyn Award for Residential Low Rise (2016); NYSERDA Trailblazing Project (2015)

R-951 Residence is a super energy efficient three apartment row house that features a solar PV array and a rainwater harvesting system. It is the first building in NYC to have both Passive House and Net-Zero Ready certifications. This design/develop/construct project demonstrates Paul A. Castrucci Architects’ dedication to smart design, sustainability, and building quality. R-951 is an example of how developers can leverage the NYC ‘Zone Green’ regulations with optimal results. Inspired by the rich textural qualities of exterior shutters in dense, urban areas of Asia, the front, south facing façade is articulated with a dynamic folding screen system, which gives residents control over the solar gain in each home.