Location
401 West 14th Street
Completion
2008
Client
Taconic Investment Partners
Square Footage
56,000 SF
Architect
Cook + Fox
401 West 14th Street
Sciame was the Construction Manager responsible for the construction and renovation of the 401 West 14th Street project located in the heart of the Meat Packing District. The project redeveloped an existing three-story warehouse building into high-end commercial space. The design included the addition of a 10,000 SF rooftop penthouse wrapped in a custom aluminum and glass curtainwall system. Since this project is in a NYC landmark district, strict guidelines had to be followed for the exterior restoration of the project in terms of the brick color, mortar color, window replacement, storefront design, and various small details that make this building unique.
The major design goal was to restore 401 W. 14th Street to its original beauty, while increasing the square footage of the building and integrating modern amenities. The building underwent facade replacement, structural improvements, window replacements and new curtainwall. One of the more unique aspects to this project is the 1500 SF of corrugated glass which was used to clad the existing steel canopy structure. The finished product is a beautiful glass canopy, which gives the building a very elegant and updated look, while maintaining the roots of the building’s history.
Project Awards
AIA New York State Citation for Design Excellence
Award of Merit: Adaptive Reuse
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.
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📰: 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!
