Washington, DC

MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL OVER RETAIL

220 residential units
2 level, 180 space parking garage
63,000 sf Safeway replacement store

Programming, Entitlement, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents

BUILDING TYPES

Podium IBC Type III Mixed-Use Residential
Underground Parking Garage

The Swift at Petworth is a transformative development that replaced an outdated Safeway with a modern grocery store and 220 mixed-income residential apartments in the vibrant and evolving Petworth neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Designed by Brian O’Looney with Alex Dickson and Lester Escobal during their time at Torti Gallas, the project exemplifies a commitment to urban design and community integration.

The new Safeway, significantly larger and positioned directly along Georgia Avenue, eliminates the former setback and parking lot frontage to align with the existing street wall, enhancing the pedestrian experience and reinforcing the urban fabric. Above the grocery store, five stories of thoughtfully designed apartments offer efficient layouts that maximize natural light, with modern kitchens featuring state-of-the-art appliances and finishes that represent the future of urban living.

Residents benefit from a range of amenities, including a Club Room, Fitness Room, and a rooftop deck offering sweeping views of the city. Sustainability was a key focus, with stormwater management integrated through a Green Roof, contributing to the building's LEED Silver Certification.

Conveniently located near the Petworth Metro Station and anchored by the new Safeway, The Swift at Petworth, the first high-rise wood building on the east coast of the United States, provides a model of mixed-use, transit-oriented development that supports the neighborhood’s continued growth while offering modern, sustainable living spaces for its residents.