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

April 24, 2019

Learning by Design Magazine
Citation of Excellence Award

April 24, 2019

Society of American Registered Architects – New York Council (SARA NY)
Award of Honor

April 24, 2019

Education Design Showcase
Green Judges’ Choice Winner

April 24, 2019

American School and University
School Citation Award

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.
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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! ...

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