Parcel O at The Yards is a complex, mixed use project in the heart of the rapidly redeveloping Capitol Riverfront near the Navy Yard in Washington DC. The site consists of two parcels, with O-1 developed as The Bower condominiums and O-2 as Guild Lofts. A single tower on The Bower has private amenity terraces at the second level and a rooftop amenity terrace with views to the Capitol building. Guild Lofts’ two towers define a courtyard that provides a serene respite for residents under a lacy tree canopy and among sculptures that dot the court.

An innovative storm water management system below the courtyard paving stores and filters rooftop runoff while providing rooting space and water for the courtyard’s trees. The permeable stone pavement flows seamlessly across the private-public boundary fence to form a small public gathering space at the sidewalks edge. A second floor court has a dog run, while the rooftop features grills, flexible lawn area, fire pit and lounge seating. Views to the Anacostia waterfront over the verdant plantings entice residents to come to the top.