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Syracuse | Overlook Elegant Apt. - Incl. Private Rooftop

5 (9 reviews)

E Jefferson St (Downtown), Syracuse, United States

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Type: Apartment
Size (sqf): 250
Min. stay: 1 month

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About the place

Our space and community is for anyone who wants to live and work in a surprisingly comfortable urban place where people are encouraged to connect.

We are about helping people live fuller, more connected lives. A big part of creating an atmosphere where that is possible is creating that perfect mix of community space and privacy. Those who live and work in our properties benefit from thoughtfully curated spaces that both enable community and prioritize privacy.

Every aspect of our space is designed to facilitate and encourage community. From the physical layout, to signage, and regular events, each tenant is given opportunities to connect with each other.

Common areas are designed as points of congregation, not transitional spaces. The central kitchen is a popular location for after-hours hangouts and shared meals. The comfortable living room sectionals are arranged for a movie or game night. Common areas also feature chalk boards for leaving friendly messages and silly drawings.

Every tenant is given access to a mobile chat app called Slack where they can receive announcements and privately communicate with each other. It’s a perfect ice breaker for saying “hello” when they first move in.

Each month we hosts a free farm-to-fork dinner for all residential tenants, in which a local chef is brought into the space, uses the central kitchen to prepare a meal and the tenants have an opportunity to break bread together. This is a perfect opportunity for new tenants to introduce themselves, and for others to put faces to names. Tenants are also welcome to participate in all events hosted by CoWorks including the monthly Beer & Waffle Friday, Whiskey & Philosophy, Rooftop Yoga, and more. In-person tours are conducted and move-in day includes introductions to other tenants. Managers also participate in the chat channels, allowing for instant feedback for discussions ranging from gathering a head-count for the next dinner, to specific leasing questions.

To achieve balance we had to rethink modern “apartment” living. In the typical model all of your daily living happens in the privacy of your unit. You only see other people in the lobby, the halls, the stairs, or the elevators. Conversely, in a roommate model there is virtually no separation from others.

Our coliving space works more like a traditional village or town square. Everyone has their private space for sleeping, bathing, and secluding, but they spend a majority of their time in the centrally located public realm. As a result, they get to know their neighbors, they form friendships, and they develop a community.