Transit-friendly, mixed-use neighborhood anchor opens with 214 apartments and a new public park, The Green
Rising from an underutilized industrial site and abutting a vibrant residential neighborhood, the 214-unit residence, South Standard and its adjacent outdoor public space The Green, opened as the cornerstone piece of the five-acre Washington Village mixed-use development in the Andrew Square neighborhood of South Boston.
Developed by Samuels & Associates and designed by Cambridge-based architecture and interior design firm PCA, South Standard fulfills the shared vision of the Washington Village development team, the Andrew Square Civic Association, and the City of Boston.
“In partnership with Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation and Core Investments, Inc., we are thrilled to celebrate the completion of South Standard”, said Peter Sougarides, Principal at Samuels & Associates. “With residents now settling into the property, it’s incredible to see the vision for this development come to life, bringing meaningful benefits to the community and vibrancy to Andrew Square.”
The design features intimate, luxurious spaces that provide an appealing urban living experience within a short walk of the MBTA’s Red Line. South Standard offers floorplans ranging from studio apartments to three-bedroom units for working professionals and families. Each apartment design features expansive views, natural light, and modern finishes.
“The development and design team could not have reached this opening milestone without the invaluable feedback of the Andrew Square Civic Association, and the Andrew Square community,” said Mark Eclipse, Principal at PCA. “The community was enthusiastic and supportive of the opportunity to transform the underutilized properties and create a live, work, and play village that activates Andrew Square and builds up a sustainable and safe neighborhood.”
Adjacent to South Standard is The Green at Washington Village, a vibrant open green space hosting neighborhood-focused programs including outdoor fitness sessions and live music performances. Additional tenant amenities include an enclosed courtyard featuring lush greenery and areas to gather, an elevated lounge with skyline views, a fitness center, and a dog grooming spa. Convenient city bus routes, City Blue Bikes, harbor beaches, athletic fields, and a variety of retail and restaurant options are all nearby.
Prior to designing South Standard, PCA and Samuels & Associates collaborated with neighborhood residents and City officials to create a Master Plan for Washington Village. The mixed-use development, approved by the city and supported by the Andrew Square Civic Association, will deliver a million square feet of residential, retail, hospitality, and public-use space.
About Samuels & Associates: The development and management team at Samuels & Associates is driven to create inspiring and inclusive spaces in which to live, work, and play. Community is everything, including creating a strong sense of belonging – for the people of Boston and beyond – because we believe everyone deserves to love where they spend time. Samuels & Associates turns spaces into striking new developments, intelligent design into fast-paced innovation, bricks and mortar into memorable experiences, historic buildings into modern labs teeming with life, and architectural visions into thriving communities.
About PCA: Founded in 1982, PCA is recognized as one of New England’s most innovative and creative design firms. The staff brings an uncommon blend of business insight and creative problem-solving to each project. With expertise in architecture, planning, and interior design, PCA’s teams provide thoughtful, award-winning designs for hospitality, housing, retail, higher education, and mixed-use clients — making places that thrive in the marketplace and bring lasting value to the community.
About Intercontinental: Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation is an SEC Registered Investment Adviser* with decades long experience in real estate investment, finance, development, construction management and asset management. Since 1959, Intercontinental and its affiliates have managed, developed, or owned collectively over $18.3 billion in real estate property. Intercontinental manages a real estate portfolio of approximately $12.8 billion for its clients. Intercontinental investment strategies actively seek opportunities to invest in both Core and Core-Plus properties, as well as in Value-Add operating properties and development projects.
*Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training.
