2147 Washington Street
Rarely does a project provide so many positive benefits for the community—Passive House affordable apartments, homeownership and workspace opportunities for artists, an art gallery, retail, and a new home for Haley House.
2147 Washington Street is a new 99,000 sf, 6-story mixed-use building that encourages artistry and entrepreneurship in Nubian Square. DREAM served as both architect and co-developer for the project. Located on a former City of Boston-owned parking lot, our team worked closely with the City and the neighborhood to positively contribute to the revitalization of Nubian Square by supporting economic development without displacement.
This model for inclusive infill development creates housing for a wide range of incomes. Marketed primarily to local artists and individuals engaged in the neighborhood’s creative economy, the development provides 62 affordable rental units and 12 for-sale condos, for a total of 74 units.
2147 Washington Street includes an interior courtyard, rotating art installations, a workshop, retail and commercial spaces, a gallery, parking, and a new home for community staple Haley House Bakery Cafe. The development is Passive House certified, allowing residents to live in comfort while maintaining a low energy footprint, and was recently named the High-Rise Multifamily Winner in the 2026 Phius Passive Projects Design Competition.
