Providence, RI Bozzuto has begun leasing at Emblem 125, a new, residential building in the city’s historic Jewelry District, also known as the Innovation & Design District. The 256,789 s/f building brings 249 upscale apartments, 13,672 s/f of amenities space, and 19,398 s/f of ground-floor retail to the neighborhood. Emblem 125 is already seeing interest from potential residents, the majority of whom plan to move from out of state, a growing trend fueled by the city’s ongoing revitalization.

Designed by Torti Gallas + Partners, Shawmut Design and Construction broke ground on Emblem 125 in October 2020. Resident move-ins begin this September.

The city has made a tremendous effort in the last few years to invest in its downtown experience through a comprehensive planning process that is already showing a great deal of success. As a result, in the last six months the local population has seen incredible growth, with a large percentage of new residents coming directly from Greater Boston. Emblem 125 fills a need in the area for more high-end residential space, enabling the type of lifestyle that today’s residents are looking for.

 “Providence has long stood out to us as a city with unlimited potential, and we’re now beginning to see that positive snowball effect take place as more employers, talented workers and students pour into the area,” said Michael Cormier-Buke, property manager at Emblem 125. “Emblem 125 provides an exceptional living environment that’s differentiated from other buildings in the area by its luxe interiors, state-of-the-art amenities, and ideal location. We can’t wait to welcome our first residents to the building later this summer.” 

Emblem 125 is ideally situated at 125 Clifford St., just minutes away from several of the state’s premier universities including Johnson & Wales, Brown University, and the University of Rhode Island. The building is commuter friendly, with nearby access to major highways including I-95 and I-195 via the East Providence Expwy. Residents of the building are within a short walking distance from a variety of exciting restaurant and retail options, such as Bayberry Garden, Needle & Thread, and Capriccio, and multiple community parks including the River Walk.

Designed by Torti Gallas + Partners, Emblem 125’s contemporary facade features a seamless blend of traditional and modern styles and textures. The building’s interior and amenities spaces were brought to life by ZDS – the design team behind Providence’s iconic Beatrice Hotel and its anchor restaurant, The Bellini, a world-renowned fine-dining destination. The team selected a palette of rich, neutral colors and high-end furniture pieces to create luxurious environments for residents throughout the building that exude comfort and serenity.

 Setting a new standard for luxury living in Providence, Emblem 125’s comprehensive suite of amenities includes:

• A grand lobby with expansive two-story ceilings, multiple seating areas, elegant décor, and original artwork curated by ArtLifting, a nonprofit championing artists impacted by housing insecurity and/or disabilities;

•Dedicated, 24/7 concierge, 24-hour on-call maintenance service and valet dry cleaning;

• fitness center;

• A first-floor resident lounge featuring multiple seating areas and a fully equipped communal kitchen;

• Game area adjacent to the resident lounge;

• An outdoor courtyard with multiple lounge seating areas and a large pergola