Rising From The Ashes: Topiary Park Residences

After being lost to a fire, the Topiary Park Residences brings affordable housing to the heart of Columbus’ Discovery District, a bustling and culturally rich community. Home to some of the oldest buildings in Columbus and once a stop on the Underground Railroad, the district is considered a cultural epicenter.

Inspired by the historic aesthetic and cultural significance of Topiary Park, the new consolidated campus offers convenient amenities and vibrant green space. Walk-up townhomes enhance the pedestrian experience and create a sense of place, with architectural details that speak to the historic charm of the area.

The development boasts 92 one and two-bedroom units and townhomes, onsite parking, a pet grooming station, fitness spaces and a rooftop terrace featuring views of the Columbus skyline and the nearby Topiary Park.

Across the park, lives Topiary Park Crossing, designed to foster upward mobility for workforce residents in a thoughtful and unique approach to affordable housing.

Located in a Victorian-era neighborhood, the exterior draws inspiration from surrounding historic mansions, fitting seamlessly into the architectural fabric of the community. The Queen-Anne architectural detailing is sensitive to its context, with approval from the Historic Resources Commission. The design team accommodated an intricate façade detailing within a modest budget, elevating the affordable housing development into a neighborhood asset.