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WHO WE ARE
AWH Architects was founded on the principles of reuse and has grown into a practice of intentions.
AWH advocates for social, economic, and environmental justice in every project.
AWH utilizes an unconventionally responsible approach to design.
AWH has a diverse body of work connected by our people-first approach, context-specific solutions, and sustainable integration.
AWH seeks opportunities to create healthy spaces and communities; we are eager to partner with those intrigued by such work.
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT: Zenith DCHS – A Historic Landmark Reimagined
Discover the transformation of Duluth’s iconic Old Central High School into 128 contemporary apartments. Blending historic preservation with modern living, Zenith DCHS brings new life to a timeless building. Click to explore how AWH Architects, Kraus Anderson and Saturday Properties have crafted a residential community that bridges Duluth’s past with its future.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Zenith DCHS
View from N 1st Ave E, looking NW.
Through close collaboration with historic preservation authorities, we ensured that every element, from the restored masonry to the retrofitted windows, met stringent quality standards while adhering to the building’s original design.
Through close collaboration with historic preservation authorities, we ensured that every element, from the restored masonry to the retrofitted windows, met stringent quality standards while adhering to the building’s original design.
Zenith DCHS
Aerial view from E 3rd Street, looking East at downtown Duluth and Lake Superior.
The project location promotes well-being through its walkable location near downtown Duluth, offering easy access to bike paths and pedestrian trails along Lake Superior.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
The project location promotes well-being through its walkable location near downtown Duluth, offering easy access to bike paths and pedestrian trails along Lake Superior.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS
Detailed view of the original handcrafted masonry on the bell tower.
The adaptive reuse of the existing structure significantly reduces embodied carbon, ensuring that materials are chosen for durability and environmental impact.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
The adaptive reuse of the existing structure significantly reduces embodied carbon, ensuring that materials are chosen for durability and environmental impact.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Bell tower mechanics.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT: Zenith DCHS – A Historic Landmark Reimagined
Discover the transformation of Duluth’s iconic Old Central High School into 128 contemporary apartments. Blending historic preservation with modern living, Zenith DCHS brings new life to a timeless building. Click to explore how AWH Architects, Kraus Anderson and Saturday Properties have crafted a residential community that bridges Duluth’s past with its future.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Zenith DCHS
View from N 1st Ave E, looking NW.
Through close collaboration with historic preservation authorities, we ensured that every element, from the restored masonry to the retrofitted windows, met stringent quality standards while adhering to the building’s original design.
Through close collaboration with historic preservation authorities, we ensured that every element, from the restored masonry to the retrofitted windows, met stringent quality standards while adhering to the building’s original design.
Zenith DCHS
Aerial view from E 3rd Street, looking East at downtown Duluth and Lake Superior.
The project location promotes well-being through its walkable location near downtown Duluth, offering easy access to bike paths and pedestrian trails along Lake Superior.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
The project location promotes well-being through its walkable location near downtown Duluth, offering easy access to bike paths and pedestrian trails along Lake Superior.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS
Detailed view of the original handcrafted masonry on the bell tower.
The adaptive reuse of the existing structure significantly reduces embodied carbon, ensuring that materials are chosen for durability and environmental impact.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
The adaptive reuse of the existing structure significantly reduces embodied carbon, ensuring that materials are chosen for durability and environmental impact.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Bell tower mechanics.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT: Zenith DCHS – A Historic Landmark Reimagined
Discover the transformation of Duluth’s iconic Old Central High School into 128 contemporary apartments. Blending historic preservation with modern living, Zenith DCHS brings new life to a timeless building. Click to explore how AWH Architects, Kraus Anderson and Saturday Properties have crafted a residential community that bridges Duluth’s past with its future.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Zenith DCHS
View from N 1st Ave E, looking NW.
Through close collaboration with historic preservation authorities, we ensured that every element, from the restored masonry to the retrofitted windows, met stringent quality standards while adhering to the building’s original design.
Through close collaboration with historic preservation authorities, we ensured that every element, from the restored masonry to the retrofitted windows, met stringent quality standards while adhering to the building’s original design.
Zenith DCHS
Aerial view from E 3rd Street, looking East at downtown Duluth and Lake Superior.
The project location promotes well-being through its walkable location near downtown Duluth, offering easy access to bike paths and pedestrian trails along Lake Superior.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
The project location promotes well-being through its walkable location near downtown Duluth, offering easy access to bike paths and pedestrian trails along Lake Superior.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS
Detailed view of the original handcrafted masonry on the bell tower.
The adaptive reuse of the existing structure significantly reduces embodied carbon, ensuring that materials are chosen for durability and environmental impact.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
The adaptive reuse of the existing structure significantly reduces embodied carbon, ensuring that materials are chosen for durability and environmental impact.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
ZENITH DCHS – Model Unit
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Bell tower mechanics.
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
Photography by: Rubinski Visual
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