On a compact fifty-by-one-hundred-five-foot parcel in downtown Sarasota, Halflants + Pichette designed a five-story condominium that fits seamlessly into the city’s primary street network. The project includes five residential units above concealed parking, showing how small sites can deliver meaningful urban density while maintaining comfort and walkability. The design demonstrates a careful balance between architectural expression, human scale, and efficient use of space.
The building fronts First Street with a covered entry, a dramatic two-story lobby, and a small fitness room for residents. Parking and mechanical systems are fully hidden from view and accessed from the alley to preserve a clean, active streetscape. The residential levels above are organized around a U-shaped courtyard that introduces light and greenery into every unit, bringing a sense of openness to a constrained infill lot.
