Lotus, a private investment company, collaborates frequently with Think Architecture to create innovative housing solutions, including multifamily residential development, apartments, and townhouses. They focus on developing vibrant communities with bustling bars, restaurants, and gathering spots.
An overview of the Lotus brands:
- Lotus Development specializes in developing neighborhoods, multifamily residences, commercial properties, and hospitality spaces.
- Lotus Epicurean, built from the ground up, is a meticulously crafted collection of dining, brewing, and craft cocktail ventures.
- Lotus Hospitality encompasses the dining and bar brands acquired in local neighborhoods.
- Lotus Built their in-house construction dedicated to building exceptional spaces for their residential, commercial, hospitality, and epicurean brands.
- Lotus Land, their land development division, works with local and state municipalities to plan large-scale master-planned communities. They aim to create safe and walkable neighborhoods that promote a strong sense of community.
Lotus: Committed to Collaboration, Social Responsibility, and Culture
Andrea Palmer, a Development Associate with Lotus, described the key distinctions that set Lotus apart.
- Collaboration with Local Governments—Lotus has established strong relationships with the cities it collaborates with, such as Ogden, Clearfield, and Salt Lake City. To navigate the local regulatory environment, Lotus has adopted a collaborative approach. Lotus is currently expanding into other states and has some exciting projects in the works.
- Social Responsibility – Lotus is unwavering in its commitment to social responsibility. Despite the historical stigma associated with attainable housing, it takes immense pride in offering top-quality homes for all to call their own. In today’s challenging economy, with the rising cost of living and job market difficulties, it’s witnessing an increasing number of people needing attainable housing. This dedication to social responsibility is a testament to its values and integrity.
- Culture – Lotus takes pride in being a close-knit team, which results in contemporary and cutting-edge projects.
Elevating Multifamily Design with Creative Elements
Design work in multifamily homes can become monotonous and overly technical. However, Think Architecture stands out with its additional creative elements.
“Think Architecture has been instrumental in helping us showcase our developments and differentiate ourselves from our competitors,” said Andrea. “They never resort to the simple ‘cut, copy, and paste’ approach. They understand the importance of design, which enhances our developments’ aesthetic and functionality, setting us apart in the market.”
Lotus Republic: A Collaborative Masterpiece in Urban Living
Lotus attributes some of their most successful projects to collaborations with Think Architecture. One is the Lotus Republic, a downtown Salt Lake City apartment block with a heated infinity pool, gym, and a cocktail bar, Citizens Cocktails and Kitchen.
“It was a tremendous collaborative effort; we are immensely proud of it,” said Andrea. “Think was incredible to work with, always responsive.”
Lotus and Think: Collaborating to Create Captivating Community Spaces
The partnership between Think and Lotus has been a wonderful experience, as both companies aim to create visually captivating community spaces. With Think’s expertise, vision, and professionalism, and Lotus’s dedication to quality, their collaborative efforts significantly contribute to enhancing the urban landscapes of the SLC Valley.
“With Think’s creative solutions and our dedication to excellence, we are confident that our future collaborations will greatly impact the Salt Lake community,” said Andrea. “We’re excited to see the positive changes our joint projects will bring.”