Architecture & Design

Hamitlon Passive House in Exton, Pa., with solar arrays on top of the roof.

Hankin Group Completes Net Zero Apartments

The Exton, Pa., project is the state’s first Phius ZERO certified multifamily property.

Cafe lounge at Lapis

Does Interior Design Really Impact Residents’ Health? Mary Cook Weighs In

This third installment of our quarterly interview series takes us on a journey of physical, mental and emotional well-being.

Exterior shot of 6 Corners Lofts. Image by John Boehm, courtesy of MG2

From Retail to Residential: The Transformation of a Chicago Sears Store

Designer Jooyeol Oh of MG2 takes us behind the scenes of this adaptive-reuse project.

The creation of the AT&T Discovery District in downtown Dallas transformed the AT&T headquarters into a mixed-use destination. The urban campus includes retail, dining and offices and provides free public Wi-Fi. Photo by Kathy Tran, image courtesy of Gensler

The Nuts and Bolts of Mixed-Use Design

Today’s multifamily-plus properties are carefully curated to stand out—and blend in.

A rendering of the exterior of 55 Broad in NYC.

Big Office-to-Resi Conversion Debuts in Manhattan. What’s the Potential for More?

Metro Loft and Silverstein Properties turned a downtown tower into luxury rentals. Experts weigh in on meeting the challenges of these complex projects.

Headshots of Caroline Kovac and Laura Calugar

Mission Success: Putting an Entrepreneurial Spin on Multifamily Design

After 18 years in asset management and operations, Caroline Kovac decided to explore her creative side. Listen now as she shares the story of her unconventional journey with MHN’s Laura Calugar.

A semi-private “pocket” space at a multifamily property with seating and a table

How Incorporating Flexibility and Wellness in Your Design Can Deliver ROI

Creative apartment operators are offering more amenities without adding square footage.

Juul-Hansen’s sculpture at the building’s 58th Street entrance

NYC Condo Tower Unveils 5-Floor Amenity Suite

The uptown community features a five-floor amenity suite.

MonteVerde Apartments by Affordable Homes & Communities

Why the Future in Senior Housing Is All About Health, Affordability

Two industry experts explore how these qualities will be key to meeting residents’ expectations.

Procida TMWL is a 100-unit affordable housing community in Homestead, Fla.

MHN Asks: Can Design Really Reduce Affordable Housing Development Costs?

Architects play a pivotal role in lowering building costs, says veteran Margi Glavovic. But their power is limited.