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St. Louis, MO: Adding to Rosemann’s portfolio of market rate and affordable housing developments is Preservation Square in St. Louis, Missouri, a multimillion-dollar reconstruction of the 1980’s 675-unit Preservation Square mixed-income community in the Near North Side neighborhood of Carr Square, just north of Downtown. Redevelopment and reinvestment in the Near North Side is much anticipated as the area experienced decades of decline and disinvestment. This project is set to improve housing conditions through partial demolition, renovation, and new construction, as well as advance community connectivity and safety through the restoration of the street grid and expanded community investment.

The City of St. Louis, in partnership with McCormack Baron Salazar, a leading developer of economically integrated urban neighborhoods, and Urban Strategies, Inc. a not-for-profit specializing in results informed human services development, planning, and strategy implementation as part of neighborhood revitalization, is utilizing a $29.5 million HUD Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grant, along with city and state monies, to lay the groundwork for the revitalization of Preservation Square and the surrounding Near North Side neighborhoods. The redevelopment activities will provide quality, mixed-income housing, economic opportunities, and supportive services for residents. The built environment at Preservation Square will consist of sustainable, diversified architecture – reflected through garden-style, townhome, and walk-up apartment units, in addition to the renovation of the existing management building into a new community center and construction of a new management office. Woven into the fabric of the site are green spaces, playgrounds, bicycle storage areas, and other amenities that will support the vision for a more connected, healthy, and safe neighborhood.

The first housing phase of the Preservation Square development consists of the renovation and new construction of 131 total units in 21 buildings spaced over 5.8 acres, designed to Enterprise Green Community certification standards. Supportive services offered on site aim to increase the economic stability of residents. 57 of the units are dedicated as market rate, enabling residents to continue to reside on the property even if they lose eligibility for housing assistance as their economic conditions improve. Estimated completion of Phase I is slated for mid 2022.

The second phase includes new construction of 22 multi-family buildings with 222 housing units, along with the renovation of the existing management building into a community center and the construction of the new management office. This phase, to be constructed across 14.6 acres and become a National Green Building Standards complying project, is expected to start construction in 2022 and take about 18 months to complete.

The third, fourth, and fifth phases will follow on-site, while the final phase will renovate another 140 mixed-income units at a nearby McCormack Baron Salazar property, The Brewery Apartments on North 20th Street.

Rosemann & Associates is making every effort to ensure that Preservation Square is designed to meet the individual needs of the families it supports, including diverse architectural design and several apartment layouts. These layouts include one, two, and three-bedroom garden units, and two- and three-bedroom townhome units. The various apartment layouts are combined in different ways to create many differing building plans, resulting in architectural variety. The renovated structures have undergone significant interior demolition and selective exterior demolition to allow interior upgrades and to also give new shape to the exteriors – tying these renovated structures into the overall planned development. At the completion of the full Preservation Square project, the vision is to have a neighborhood identity that draws the unique building designs together, while also acknowledging the contextual fabric of St. Louis City. 

Project amenities further include a pool, fitness center, multi-purpose community space, common and private porches and Juliet balconies, in-unit laundry, and more. The environmentally conscious design also includes Energy-Star certified appliances for all tenants. 

“It is gratifying to see the transformation of this area into stable new housing opportunities making a positive impact on many residents who live and work in the City of St. Louis. This is a prime example of great partnerships at work. We look forward to continuing our ongoing efforts to rejuvenate this City’s beautiful heritage and community,” said Rosemann’s Studio Design Director Jarrett Cooper. 

Rosemann & Associates is excited to partner on this exciting initiative with the services and expertise of developer McCormack Baron Salazar; property manager McCormack Baron Management, Inc.; mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineer Custom Engineering, Inc.; civil engineer Grimes Consulting, Inc.; landscape engineer Landscape Technologies; structural engineer KH Engineering Group; envelope consultant G&W Engineering Corporation; accessibility consultant Zeffert & Associates, Inc.; urban design firm Urban Design Associates; owner’s representative consultant Efficio Group, LLC.; owner’s color consultant Colour Studio Inc.; and owner’s construction firm Altman Charter Company. 3D renderings created in partnership with Creative Media Illustrations, Inc.

Kansas City, Kansas: Rosemann & Associates is pleased to team up with developer Beck-Cal Development to create a wonderful example of a unique and impactful design to attract new residents desiring appealing amenity options, satisfying outdoor spaces, and a great location adjacent to Legends Outlet Mall, close to popular bars and restaurants, within walking distance of the Kansas Speedway, Legends Field, home to the Kansas City Monarchs and the KC Women’s Soccer team, and Children’s Mercy Park Sporting KC.

Legends 267 is a 267-unit multifamily market rate apartment community underway at eight stories tall Type II-A residential construction spanning 509,221 total square feet on top of a 620-space Type I-A parking garage, with three types of one-bedrooms and four types of two-bedrooms. Legends will be the only urban style apartment mid-rise in the neighborhood.

Rosemann’s Studio Director Ben Mahala, AIA, is leading the design on this modern and distinctive project taking inspiration from the active neighborhood featuring unique spaces such as the 2-story “Cave” entertainment space that is equipped with full kitchen, bar with beer on tap, and lounge / game room flowing out on either side to both outdoor spaces. The top floor will accent a sky lounge overlooking the panoramic skyline of the Kansas Speedway, Children’s Mercy Park, & Legends Field. Other amenities sure to attract new residents are an elevated pool deck w/ hot tub, sauna, two-level fitness center, keyless access and temperature control to apartments and amenities, pet spa and exceptional co-working spaces. Outside amenities include a courtyard with lawn and big screen TV, an outdoor kitchen, grill stations, firepits, green spaces, hammocks and more.

Rosemann looks forward to providing an outstanding finished design that will inspire the surrounding neighborhood. We are pleased to work for Beck-Cal Development with our valued project team including general contractor, Luke Draily Construction; structural engineer, McClure Engineering; interior designer, Erin Lowery of Lowery Design Group; Civil, CFS Engineers; and MEP, Landworks Studios, Latimer Sommers & Associates.

Valley Park, MO: 44 West Luxury Living, a top-end market rate multifamily development by Mia Rose Holdings, LLC and entrepreneur Jim Cook has received zoning approval. This 182,363-square-foot prime community is designed by Rosemann & Associates and features 204 multi-family units spread across five, three-story buildings and a one-story clubhouse. A two-acre parcel is purposed for future commercial and retail space.

44 West Luxury Living will present 60 two-bedroom units at an average square feet of 1,020 and 144 one-bedroom units at approximately 780 square feet. Individual garages will be available for lease. The well-situated location in Valley Park, Missouri was selected to support the need for quality housing in the area and for its walkability to other local amenities, including nearby restaurants and shops and quick access to several major St. Louis metropolitan interstates.

The detailed, clean, sophisticated architectural features of 44 West include cast stone accents and shingles, ornamental balcony railings, brick masonry veneer, decorative exterior lighting sconces and lush landscaping. Each unit highlights a granite kitchen peninsula and countertops, subway tile backsplash, high-end flooring, full-size washer and dryers, a private patio or balcony with storage, energy-efficient vinyl windows and patio doors, large bedroom and linen closets, stainless steel appliances, granite bathroom vanities and nine-foot ceilings throughout.

Residents of 44 West Luxury Living will enjoy well-appointed modern living spaces, as well as a host of appealing amenities, including a 3,800-square-foot clubhouse designed to meet resident’s work-from-home and recreational demands and includes a conference center, package concierge, specialty coffee bar, great room and a fitness center, along with a pet-friendly community and dog park, walking path on adjacent community greenspace, resort-style pool and sun deck, pickle ball court, outdoor lounge with fireplace, community BBQ and picnic area and bike racks.

“We are pleased to partner with Mia Rose Holdings and Jim Cook on this exciting new development to bring a fully modern apartment design to 204 residents at an ideal time when there is a strong demand for vibrant, livable housing in the St. Louis area,” said Ryan Montana, Project Manager, Rosemann & Associates.

The general contractor is Wright Construction, and the engineer is Premier Design Group. The property manager will be 2B Residential. Construction breaks ground in October 2021 and is slated for completion in the Fall of 2022.

This multi-phase redevelopment of the former Metro North Mall site features 249 one and-two bedroom luxury apartment townhomes in 36 two-story buildings and 30,000 SF of ground-level premier walkable shops and office space, all anchored by entertainment complexes.

From the onset of the redevelopment, the development team envisioned a “Main Street Village” concept for this area, with walkable shops, restaurants and outdoor gathering areas. The ground level retail and office aspect of the townhome building is the initial step in the realization of this vision.

Amenities at the apartments include a large resort-style swimming pool with multiple outdoor lanais, an outdoor grilling kitchen, a large clubhouse for private parties, pickleball courts, and a walking trail. Other amenities include a dedicated off-leash area for pets, a private exercise facility, an Amazon delivery locker, and covered garage parking. Estimated project completion date is July 2022.

Rosemann & Associates is excited to collaborate with Atlanta-based full-service multifamily investment, development, and management company, TriBridge Residential and general contractor, TriBridge Construction, to deliver Cross Creek Apartments in Raleigh, North Carolina. Also joining the project team is civil engineer, McAdams, and interior designer, Banko Design.

Construction has begun on this premier 239-unit, market-rate multifamily apartment community offering amenity rich living in the Raleigh area. This approximate 242,537 square foot modern development spreads over 8.18 acres in (1) three-story building and (3) four-story buildings of Type V-A wood framed construction housing (42) studio, (155) 1-bedroom, (24) 2-bedroom and (18) 3-bedroom units. Parking is provided on surface lot.

Among Cross Creek’s luxury features are a state-of-the-art fitness room, duck-pin indoor bowling alley, co-working dedicated space and lounge, dog spa and resort-style pool with tanning ledge.

Completion of this beautiful community is scheduled for April 2023.

Wentzville, MO: Rosemann & Associates celebrates the opening of its newest design, Grand Central at the Junction, an attractive market-rate luxury apartment development at 6101 Grand Central Avenue in Wentzville, located near the I-70 and I-64 exchange in St. Charles County, Missouri. 

The Junction’s perfect combination of historically appropriate exterior architectural design elements, contemporary & innovative interior finishes, and limitless amenities support the need for additional housing in the City of Wentzville with 180 total units, 5 (3-story) modern resident buildings, carefully crafted 1 and 2-bedroom floorplans, as well as a sizable 1 story, 2,600 square-foot community building. This appealing development is a critical component of the overall success of The Junction’s master plan, which includes the surrounding commercial properties and other future developments on remaining neighboring lots still available.

The design team successfully navigated challenges related to existing underlying zoning, as well as multiple restrictive overlays that greatly affected the final site planning and exterior building aesthetics. Grading challenges were seamlessly absorbed into the design of the buildings to suitably accommodate the required foundation and slab stepping conditions that the site necessitated. A variety of exterior building materials and architectural design features were incorporated to respond to the historic overlay requirements, while enhancing the aesthetics to promote an improved tenant and user experience.

The spacious 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom unit interior sizes range from 751 square feet up to 1,141 square feet. Design accommodations include fully outfitted kitchens with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, subway tile backsplashes, cabinet pantry, generous bathrooms including granite countertops with luxury backlit mirrors, walk-in closets and full sized washer and dryers. Each unit is designed to have a personal balcony or patio space with storage closets. The unit interiors floors are finished with luxury vinyl plank that bring the warm aesthetic of wood plank flooring, with all the added benefits of resiliency needed for the active lifestyle that this pet friendly community encourages. The design of the development fosters walkability throughout the site to the centrally located clubhouse, and to the local attractions and nearby restaurant developments.    

“It has been a great privilege assisting the development ownership group, the City of Wentzville, the design team, and the general contractor to bring Grand Central at the Junction along from early conceptual planning to completion over the past several years,” said Rosemann’s St. Louis Studio Director Jarrett Cooper. 

Socializing, fun, and community are what makes Grand Central at the Junction a one-of-a-kind opportunity where residents are ready for an active lifestyle and luxury conveniences including a salt-water swimming pool and deck, outdoor grilling/ fire pit station, latest electronic 24/7 package receiving system, rejuvenating fitness center with free weights, cardio and strength training equipment, open-concept clubhouse offering complimentary coffee bar featuring Kaldi’s coffee, the adjacent casual dining Sugarfire Smokehouse restaurant with delicious barbecue and outdoor sand volleyball courts, and St. Louis Blues legend’s Brett Hull’s Junction House multi-level restaurant with air-rooftop deck.

Project Manager Ryan Montana stated, “The Junction serves as a great example of what a collaborative effort can do to create attractive market-rate housing in the community.”

Rosemann has been fortunate to partner on this exciting project with the original developer The Junction Luxury Living, LLC; general contractor, Raineri Construction; mechanical, electrical, plumbing, G&W Engineering; civil engineering, Premier Design Group; interior designer, Pamela Calvert Interiors, Property Manager, 2B Residential. In May 2021, Minneapolis multifamily real estate investor and property management firm Timberland Partners acquired the Grand Central complex growing their footprint in the St. Louis region.

St. Louis, Missouri – A new affordable independent senior living community is in the works at Telegraph Road at Franru Lane. Designed by Rosemann & Associates architectural firm, Sylvan Springs Senior Apartments spans 46,414 square feet with 50 units comprised of a combination of 10 two-bedroom, 32 one-bedroom and 8 corner one-bedroom units all with a high level of accessibility and sustainable features.

“In conjunction with our development partners, Bywater Development Group, G&W Engineering, TWM Engineering, Altman Charter Company and everyone who has joined forces to ensure a smooth and successful opening, Sylvan Springs is uniquely positioned to meet the growing demand for specialized affordable and independent senior housing in our area,” said Rosemann Studio Director Jarrett Cooper.

This residential setting will include many common use areas with a multipurpose-room and country kitchen for activities, a lobby-lounge for entertaining visitors, an extensive rear patio with lighted walking path through the property and an onsite management office. Sylvan Springs is located on a convenient bus route and near many daily shopping opportunities.

The complex demonstrates the opportunities for saving energy and living sustainably through the Enterprise Green Communities sustainability criteria. Featured items include an open stair in the lobby to encourage walking, recycled and low emitting materials for health, and an improved building envelope for energy savings. Seniors living in Sylvan Springs will enjoy a healthy lifestyle with lower energy bills. 

Financial partners working with Bywater on this development include Missouri Housing Development Commission, St. Louis County Office of Community Development and PNC Bank.

Project completion is slated for May-June 2021.