Brady and Water

This location is one of the most desirable sites in Milwaukee right on the Milwaukee River.

The proposed development will be a vibrant hub to the Brady and Water Street neighborhood and Phase I will consist of approximately 94 units (use-mix being finalized yet) and 4,700 SF of retail space. The project sits at the convergence of two showcase urban corridors – North Water Street and East Brady Street. As the visual terminus to Brady Street’s west end, the property has the ability to become a major landmark building in the neighborhood and enhances Brady Street as one of the most successful retail and entertainment streets in the City.

The property’s extensive river frontage allows the project to play a major role in developing the pedestrian walk along the south side of the Milwaukee River. Since Brady Street is one of Milwaukee’s most walk-able neighborhoods, amenities such as the proposed restaurants and coffee shops can serve as a magnetic draw from the east portion of Brady Street.

By providing high-quality housing and retail amenities to the neighborhood, this development helps to improve the connectivity between the Water Street District and the Lower East Side, develops a pedestrian walkway along the south side of the underutilized Milwaukee River, and further enhances this area as one of the most dynamic urban neighborhoods of the City.

The Park at 1824

The concept behind the The Park at 1824, a luxury student housing project, is to serve the housing needs of the growing Milwaukee student population by providing fully-furnished units individually leased by the bedroom, in a modern building with an abundance of convenient amenities. The project is located just four blocks from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, which had an enrollment of 27,066 students (2012-13). The Park at 1824 is located on the UWM van transit route, which is free to all UWM students. Amenities include high-speed wireless and wired Internet, cable with DVR and high-end finishes including stainless steel appliances. Building amenities include a large laundry facility, fitness center with state-of-the-art exercise equipment, lounge/study area and a game room including Wi-Fi access throughout the common areas. It is also fully furnished and pet-friendly with many details catering to students’ needs. The enclosed underground heated parking garage offers one parking stall for every unit. This project was completed in July 2009.

The Preserve at Prairie Creek

The Preserve at Prairie Creek Phase I and II is a 35 acre property developed to accommodate 228 luxury multi-family apartment units. Phase I was completed in Fall of 2012 and Phase II was completed in Fall of 2013.

Offering spacious floor plans, a resort-style clubhouse, and ideal location within walking distance of grocery, specialty stores, and restaurants, the Preserve’s apartment homes accommodate a carefree lifestyle. The Preserve offers unique amenities featuring a clubhouse with fully equipped kitchen, entertainment room, fitness center, and heated outdoor swimming pool. The site sits between two major arterials, Highway P and Highway 67 and is located within minutes of downtown Oconomowoc and 30 minutes from Milwaukee.

The project includes a long history of dedication to maintaining a natural preserve. Wangard worked with the engineering team to design a storm water treatment system that utilizes a series of naturally vegetated swales, rain gardens, basins, and wetlands to filter and absorb runoff. The storm water management system protects both Rosenow Creek and its native trout population.

1910 On Water

1910 on Water sits on a 0.52 acre parcel of land situated at the intersection of N. Astor Street and N. Water Street and includes 68 new apartments blended into a half-acre hillside located in a historic urban Milwaukee neighborhood. The new structure, designed to meet the needs of its Millennial generation target market, has smaller units, but features an urban location with convenient connections to a variety of amenities and commanding views of the surrounding area.

The main entry to the building and the parking entrance are located on Water Street. The primary building entry, community room, leasing/management office and fitness center are located on the ground floor and feature large areas of glass. The upper street has a more resident-oriented point of entry that allows a quiet connection to the residential neighborhood. The upper four levels, which are visible from all four sides of the property, are “U”-shaped with a courtyard that faces south. The courtyard is designed with an accessible green roof.

The modern structure enhances the sense of community in this increasingly revitalized urban neighborhood on the edge of downtown Milwaukee.