Location
20 West End Avenue
Completion
2012
Client
Abraham Joshua Heschel School
Square Footage
150,000 SF
Architect
Gruzen Samton Architects
LEED
Gold
Abraham Joshua Heschel School - New Building For Early Childhood Center, Lower School & Middle School
Sciame was the Construction Manager responsible for the construction of the 150,000 SF new nine-story Abraham Joshua Heschel School – New Building for Early Childhood Center, Lower School & Middle School building, located on Manhattan’s West Side. The new building houses students from nursery school through eighth grade and connects them to the existing high school.
The facility features two gymnasiums, a chapel, two rooftop play decks, labs, a state-of-the-art library, theater, music room and art room. The project obtained a LEED gold rating with attributes such as green roofs, energy-efficient HVAC systems and building materials that were recycled and sourced locally.
Project Awards
Learning by Design Magazine
Citation of Excellence Award
Society of American Registered Architects – New York Council (SARA NY)
Award of Honor
Education Design Showcase
Green Judges’ Choice Winner
American School and University
School Citation Award
The New Victory Theater – Originally built in 1900 as The Republic, the first performing arts venue on 42nd Street, the theater was transformed into The New Victory in 1995, becoming New York’s first theater for children and families. The renovation uncovered and restored original architectural elements, added a new lobby carved from the existing structure and bedrock, rebuilt the historic staircase, and created space for much-needed restrooms. A rear wing was added for backstage access, dressing rooms, workshops, and a loading dock, while new elevators and rooftop HVAC systems were integrated to meet modern needs of the historic theater.
We’re turning 50! As we count down to Sciame’s 50th anniversary on June 13th, we’re celebrating the moments that shaped us. For the next 50 days, we’ll be sharing one standout project a day in our “Countdown to 50”.
Thank you to our amazing clients, team, and friends! We wouldn’t be here without you.
Sciame is honored to have served as the construction manager for the expansion and refurbishment of The Frick Collection, working alongside Selldorf Architects and Beyer Blinder Belle to bring this vision to life. As the museum prepares to reopen next month, we’re pleased to see this project receive high praise in The New York Times from esteemed architecture critic Michael Kimmelman.
🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more.
📰: The New York Times
📸: by Lila Barth
Honoring 50 years of Sciame Construction and Frank’s recognition in City & State’s 50 Over 50 List. Thank you for your leadership and lasting impact on the city and the built environment!
