Portsmouth, NH– DeStefano Architects (D|A) was recently honored with the Visualizing Density “Urban Infill” award for its design of the residential condominiums at Haymarket Square on the corners of State and Middle Streets in Downtown Portsmouth. The award for outstanding compact design was given by the New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority (NHHFA) and Plan NH as part of their Vibrant Villages, NH initiative.
Lisa DeStefano, Principal Architect and Adam Wagner, Director of Operations for DeStefano Architects attended the award ceremony and reception on June 27
The Haymarket Square project was noted for creating a streetscape in harmony with the neighborhood, reinforcing the pedestrian experience by hugging the building alongside the sidewalk and allowing for planting beds, and raised entry stoops. The design also included tucking cars into the rear of the property behind a landscaped screen.