The JAX is a 65-unit residential development located within the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District, specifically designed to reflect the creative energy of its surroundings near Jackson Square Park. The project features a vibrant architectural palette of brick, fiber cement lap siding, and metal panels, with large windows throughout to maximize natural light. To support the neighborhood’s artistic focus and high-density living, the building includes specialized amenities such as an on-site art studio, a fitness room, a community lounge, and a rooftop deck.

The site’s sustainability and stormwater management are anchored by an innovative green-blue hybrid roof system. This high-performance solution utilizes smart drain technology and underground harvesting cells to significantly reduce stormwater runoff, protecting the local watershed. Integrated with native plantings, the rooftop serves a dual purpose as a functioning utility and a natural habitat for bees and other wildlife, demonstrating a commitment to environmentally conscious urban redevelopment.