14/11/2025
At East Clarke Place Senior Residence in the Bronx, New York, design and dignity meet sustainability at the highest level. Conceived by Magnusson Architecture and Planning PC as a “vertical village,” this LEED Platinum community offers seniors more than housing—it offers connection, light, and wellness.
From the landscaped rear yard to the twelfth-floor terrace, shared spaces invite residents to gather, move, and enjoy nature. Lounges on each floor are programmed to encourage interaction and provide a change of scenery, while expansive windows bring daylight deep into the building, supporting mental wellbeing and creating serene interiors.
The façade tells its own story. Horizontal sunshades cast shifting shadows across EQUITONE high-density fiber cement panels, echoing the rhythm of traditional fire escapes while showcasing modern materials and technologies. The rainscreen system is not only colorful and distinctive, but also lightweight, low-carbon, and fully recyclable—chosen with care to align with Enterprise Green Communities and LEED standards. EQUITONE proudly holds the title of the first and only Cradle to Cradle Certified® fiber cement material, underscoring the project’s commitment to sustainability at every scale.
East Clarke Place sets a new benchmark for affordable senior housing: 122 homes shaped by sustainability, community, and resilience, with a rooftop solar canopy and a design that prioritizes wellness at every scale.
Photography: Brian Berkowitz
Partner: Universe Corporation
Material: EQUITONE USA by Etex
Collections: [natura], [tectiva], [pictura]
Learn more about how EQUITONE is shaping the future of sustainability in design and our 2030 mission. Visit https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0pG0Nv0