Studio V Clads Long Island City Apartments in British Racing Green Terracotta

Architecture practice Studio V has unveiled The Green House apartment block in Long Island City, USA, which was informed by the neighbourhood's history of terracotta production.

Situated at a prominent location on Jackson Avenue near the New York City neighbourhood's waterfront, the 12-storey block encompasses a gallery, retail, 46 two-bedroom apartments and 40 parking spaces that are spread across two lower floors.

"[Studio V founder] Jay's goal with this building… was to create a design that points to the future of Long Island City as well as respects its past," the studio told Dezeen.

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