Location
195 Broadway
Completion
2016
Square Footage
53,000 SF
Client
L&L Holdings
Design Architect
Gabellini Sheppard Associates, LLP
Architect of Record
Highland Associates
195 Broadway Lobby, Retail Spaces and Galleria
Sciame was the Construction Manager responsible for the construction and renovation of the new lobby at 195 Broadway. The building itself is a 29-story building on Broadway between Dey Street and Fulton. It was the longtime headquarters of American Telephone and Telegraph (AT&T), as well as Western Union for a time. The lobby, which was landmarked, had 44 granite columns and a coffer ceiling. The lobby currently acts as the main entrance for all tenants and visitors.
Sciame converted the main lobby space into 3 retails spaces while recreating a new main lobby on Dey street. Sciame installed 30’ high glass partitions that separate each retails space as well as the new main lobby, glass vitrines, new staircases and 2 new glass elevators. The project included upgrading the lobby’s mechanical system and lighting while re-installing it’s landmarked chandeliers. Sciame also installed a sprinkler system in the main lobby and retail spaces and relocated its main security desk. In addition, Sciame constructed new mechanical rooms in the cellar that support the new retail spaces.
Project Awards
NYCxDESIGN Award
Commercial Lobby
AIA New York State: Excelsior Award
Honor Award for Historic Preservation
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!
