Apartment Trends: Lobby for A Good Cause
If the exterior of a building is like the cover of a book, then the lobby is the introduction/table of contents. It tells you what to expect, sets the tone, and helps you decide whether you want to read further. A well-designed lobby can make a positive first impression and communicate the value of the development, while creating a functional common space. Lately more and more apartment/condo developers are paying close attention to the lobby as a key component to the overall building’s design and personality.
Solera’s lobby design was inspired by the feel of a hotel or coffee shop, meant to draw people in and make them feel welcome. The lobby will include a comfortable seating area and “Mac bar” with four Mac computers at stationary desks to encourage surfing and lobby socializing. A complimentary coffee/tea service, managed by the leasing office, will occupy a central location in the room.
To prevent the common folly of outdated design, finishes will feature a mature color palette rather than a trendy one to create an enduring feel. The message of sustainability will continue through the lobby in the selection of finishes. In this way, the lobby is an extension of the apartments themselves and showcases what to expect in each home.
Rather than hiding building staff from tenants, as is typical in rental lobbies, Solera’s management and leasing staff will be immediately available at the front desk located in the lobby. This desk will function as a "concierge-type" desk staffed to provide increased service to tenants, such as holding packages, dry cleaning, and managing all maintenance and leasing services.
Of course form must follow function in an important space such as this. Tenants can access mailboxes directly across from the elevators. In addition to open seating areas, a ground floor conference room can be reserved for tenant private use. This space will enable tenants to hold professional meetings or private gatherings, ideal for the tele-commuter or the active community member. A small kitchen will also be located in the lobby for use by tenants and social functions the leasing staff organizes.
From the first step inside, apartment/condo buildings should catch your attention and give you a taste of what the homes have to offer. When done correctly, the lobby can create opportunities for socializing, emphasize the benefits of community living, and make tenants and guests feel welcome and involved. We plan for Solera’s entryway to do just that.
Once the “introduction” has caught your eye, you’ll be much more likely to see where it goes from there. It might be a novel idea, but without a doubt, intentional lobbies are the newest trend.
To prevent the common folly of outdated design, finishes will feature a mature color palette rather than a trendy one to create an enduring feel. The message of sustainability will continue through the lobby in the selection of finishes. In this way, the lobby is an extension of the apartments themselves and showcases what to expect in each home.Rather than hiding building staff from tenants, as is typical in rental lobbies, Solera’s management and leasing staff will be immediately available at the front desk located in the lobby. This desk will function as a "concierge-type" desk staffed to provide increased service to tenants, such as holding packages, dry cleaning, and managing all maintenance and leasing services.
Of course form must follow function in an important space such as this. Tenants can access mailboxes directly across from the elevators. In addition to open seating areas, a ground floor conference room can be reserved for tenant private use. This space will enable tenants to hold professional meetings or private gatherings, ideal for the tele-commuter or the active community member. A small kitchen will also be located in the lobby for use by tenants and social functions the leasing staff organizes.
From the first step inside, apartment/condo buildings should catch your attention and give you a taste of what the homes have to offer. When done correctly, the lobby can create opportunities for socializing, emphasize the benefits of community living, and make tenants and guests feel welcome and involved. We plan for Solera’s entryway to do just that.
Once the “introduction” has caught your eye, you’ll be much more likely to see where it goes from there. It might be a novel idea, but without a doubt, intentional lobbies are the newest trend.
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