Ramsey Row

client:: MM properties  
type:: Multi-family Residential  
location:: Nashville, TN  
size:: 10 units, 2200 sf per  
budget:: $4 million  
completed:: 2020  
partner images:: coming soon  

Project Overview:

The Row on 16th is a distinctive, contemporary townhome development located in Nashville’s lively 16th Avenue neighborhood, with easy access to downtown. This thoughtfully designed project consists of ten brick-clad townhomes, each harmonizing with the surrounding residential street while maximizing views of the city skyline. With its rhythmically staggered façades, The Row on 16th creates a cohesive yet dynamic streetscape that follows the natural contours of the site. Each unit offers a private rooftop deck, providing residents with panoramic views of downtown Nashville from the third floor.

Key Features:

• Modern Design with Rhythmic Articulation: The Row’s exterior features a blend of clean, modern lines and carefully staggered volumes, giving each townhome its own identity while maintaining visual unity. The use of brick and subtle facade shifts adds a tactile quality to the building, which integrates well within the neighborhood. These articulations soften the overall structure, creating a gentle rhythm that aligns with the street’s natural curvature.
• Efficient Use of Space and Site Adaptation: Designed to take full advantage of the narrow site, each townhome is efficiently laid out to provide comfortable living spaces without compromising style. The project’s design respects the existing street network and surrounding greenery, incorporating landscaping that complements the architecture and enhances the pedestrian experience.
• Rooftop Living and City Views: Each townhome features a private walkout roof deck, offering a unique outdoor living space with breathtaking views of the Nashville skyline. This rooftop amenity provides an ideal setting for relaxation and social gatherings, adding a luxurious element to urban living in a compact form.

Challenges and Solutions:

Creating individual yet cohesive units that provide privacy while optimizing views was a key design challenge. The rhythmic staggered volumes help achieve both privacy between units and an engaging facade, while strategic window placements and thoughtful landscaping add to the sense of seclusion. This blend of privacy and connectivity ensures each unit feels like a personal retreat within the urban context.

Outcome:

The Row on 16th has become a model of contemporary townhome living in Nashville, skillfully balancing privacy, community engagement, and luxury. The project’s modern yet timeless design and prime location make it a desirable addition to the city’s residential offerings, providing residents with a sophisticated urban lifestyle complemented by stunning views of downtown.

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