with Brett Rhode, Architect

The Church of the Holy Apostles commissioned McGuire House, a new eight-story assisted living facility on the site of its original rectory, for people with AIDS facing homelessness. With Brett Rhode, Architect, we researched that group’s special needs and designed a building that complements the Church, an individual NYC landmark, in its brick and stone façade. We and Brett worked with the Church’s housing consultant, providing cost estimates and drawings.

Rector William Greenlaw wrote, “Your proposed building was not only elegant, but also quite sympathetic to our 19th century landmark church next door…. Above all, you displayed professionalism throughout the process and we enjoyed working with you.”

The memorial garden, on the site of the Church, was designed to serve two functions. Sales of memorial pavers would help fund McGuire House next door. The residents could use the garden as a pleasant, protected place to sit and take walks. The garden’s central feature is a slender watercourse that flows into a pool at the center of its front court, beside the church’s entry. A stone path connects the church, the garden, and McGuire House, allowing residents, mourners, and parishioners to mingle.