PROJECT  VIVO Baltimore

LOCATION Baltimore, Maryland, US​

ARCHITECT Urban Design Group

CLIENT VIVO Investment Group

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN TEAM Michael Burton (President); Patrick Lundberg (Principal); Ryan Jacobson (Project Architect)

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
CONTRACTOR Smart Box Construction

ENGINEERS





PHOTOGRAPHER VIVO Investment Group

CONSULTANTS (if applicable)

PROJECT COMPLETION DATE  1/1/2024

PROJECT SUMMARY
SITE:
Vivo Living completed the historic preservation and adaptive reuse of two hotel towers in downtown Baltimore. The project transformed these underutilized structures into a vibrant residential and mixed-use space, aligning with local building codes and community needs.

PROGRAM:
The lower-level non-residential spaces were repurposed into residential amenities, communal areas, and commercial spaces, including theater rooms, fitness centers, a private pool area, self-storage, and a restaurant and bar. The development now includes 700 residential units within 470,030 sq ft, emphasizing modern workforce housing and comprehensive resident engagement.

SOLUTION:
Navigating significant challenges in converting from hospitality to residential use, the design team preserved the historic integrity of the towers while complying with updated building codes. They opted for a simplistic approach in unit design by adding kitchenettes to existing rooms and modifying adjoining rooms. This project sets a benchmark for sustainability through adaptive reuse, showcasing how underutilized spaces can be transformed into valuable community assets.

AIA Baltimore Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation

JURY COMMENTS (if applicable)

IMAGES – CAPTIONS & CREDITS

Image 1  Credit: VIVO Investment Group
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MEDIA FOR DOWNLOAD
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