Adjacent to the Atlantic Ocean, Ocean wonders: Sharks! (OWS) required significant flood proofing further reinforced by Superstorm Sandy in 2012. Construction of OWS was delayed for more than a year while design revisions were made to flood-proof the structure against future storm events of similar magnitude.

Within the courtyard connecting the Emerson Flats and the Old School, decades of soot and grime were washed away, and a new glass-and-steel lobby and stair enclosure was constructed. The buff brick was restored, and new aluminum windows were installed.

The new main stair for the addition at PS32K is spacious and day-lit with a vibrant yellow color scheme to designate the special connector.

While the existing slabs at the Barbara Kleiman Men’s shelter are being replaced, historic columns in the dining and recreation room are being protected for future restoration. The existing roof slab has also been demolished to make way for a new attic roof.

The main challenge was to provide ADA access to an upper elevator lobby 28” above the front entry, while maintaining NYCHA’s strict requirements for visibility and security.

From the top floors of the Bedford Green House II construction site, one can see just how well the greenhouse at Bedford Green House I is being taken care of. Wouldn’t you want to take your lunch up there?

This project’s unusual triangular-shaped lot is the result of historic overlays of zoning which have combined to create asymmetrical property lines.

True Colors Bronx is inspired by the rhythm of the neighboring buildings. At the ground level, a textured brick wall peels away from the sidewalk to turn into the building with an inviting curve.

The design process for the Baptist Church of the Redeemer’s new space was extensive. Architects attended Reverend Williams’ services and spent time learning about their full-immersion baptism ceremony, which is central to their doctrine.

Even though our everyday design work increasingly takes place on a screen, we are an office of creative people and it’s important to us to stay in touch with that irreplaceable feeling of making with our hands.

During Landy Court’s design phase, we worked with local representatives on our special brick details including the window surrounds, the hallmark detail of the project.

At New Settlement Community Campus, breakout spaces carved from corridors create alternative teaching spaces and allow for unexpected locations for learning individually or in small group settings.

This restroom facility harnesses green technology to promote sustainability. This unconventional facility features a composting toilet system and gray water garden which bypasses the city sewer system.

Weeksville Place is coming out of the ground! Stay tuned for updates.

The Barbara Kleiman Men’s Shelter will transform the former nurses’ residence at the historic Greenpoint Hospital Campus into a 60,000 SF, 200-bed shelter for single men.

Click here to learn more about how Joy and Wade made their way to architecture and how they seek to make their place in the field.

Built almost two decades ago, these 37 two-family houses in East New York were designed for owner occupancy.

VCT floor tile samples for PS108X Addition have arrived at the office! As in our other school projects, color plays an important role in defining the building’s program spaces and wayfinding experience.

Green technologies and non-toxic building materials make Intervale Green and the Louis Nine House highly energy efficient and sustainable.

The lush roof terrace between Archer Green’s two residential towers is furnished with family style grill stations and outdoor dining tables perfect for a summer meal!