Location
455 West 19th Street
Completion
2020
Client
NYC Prince LLC
Square Footage
45,287 SF
Architect
Paik Architecture / Raed Abillama Architects
Abi Chelsea Residences
Sciame was the Construction Manager responsible for completing the construction of a new out-of-the-ground condominium building located in the Chelsea District. Sciame was trusted to carry on as the new Construction Manager halfway through the construction phase and finish the residential project.
The 14-story high-end building consists of 10 luxury condominiums while the ground level houses a 5,000 SF art gallery with floor-to-ceiling windows. All the apartments feature custom kitchens and bathrooms, in-floor radiant heat and terraces for most units of the private residence. In addition, the upper floors include two duplexes and a penthouse triplex with its own swimming pool and rooftop terrace. The building’s design features a distinguished white facade with vertical fins and canted shelves. The rear facade includes balconies overlooking the landscaped courtyard.
The exterior scope required the completion of the building’s facade, roofing and window installations, whereas the interior work called for the fit out of the entire building and the installation of all MEP systems.
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!
