The Fynn Aparments | Elmhurst, IL

Project was designed by Renato Gilberti during his time as Senior Design Leader for the Chicago Office of  BKV Group.

Client      Quarterra (LMC Development)

Type        Market-Rate Housing

Size         8 Stories, 97 Units

The Concept      Using light gauge steel construction, The Fynn is a market-rate development located on three combined site parcels, strategically designed as a courtyard building facing the city of Elmhurst’s bustling Addison Street. With above and below-grade parking and landscape amenities, the project features a leasing center, clubroom, outdoor pool, rooftop terrace, and a fully amenitized plaza area.

The Courtyard Arrangement      To minimize the building’s presence along Addison Street and maximize the amount of daylight that would reach the outdoor pool, The Fynn’s entry is located on the northeast corner, with the first-floor podium diagonally tucked under the north wing, away from the street in an opposing angle to the base. This creates a unique and dynamic composition of angular geometries that call attention to the building’s main entrance, and creates the appearance of a 7-story structure.

The exterior design carries through to the project’s interior, where a mix of warm and cool materials, including textured woods and mixed metals, create sleek spaces throughout the building.

Status      Completed 2020