Location
27 West 44th Street
Completion
2003
Client
Harvard Club of New York
Square Footage
45,000 SF addition & various renovations
Architect
Davis Brody Bond, LLP
Harvard Club of New York City
Sciame was the Construction Manager responsible for the construction and renovation of the Harvard Club of New York City. It consisted of a new 9-story addition as well as alterations to the original 1980’s clubhouse designed by McKim, Mead & White.
The new, mixed-use, custom concrete structure was constructed on a narrow site (50’ street frontage) adjacent to the existing club on West 44th Street, where two smaller buildings were demolished.
The building features a custom curtainwall, which integrates a limestone facade and floors of varying heights, to accommodate a range of functions. The new facilities include a main lobby and reception area, major kitchen facilities, a spacious banquet room for private events, a media room for conferences and presentations, two floors of guest rooms, an administrative office floor, and athletic facilities, including two international squash courts.
The project was completed via a challenging phased construction schedule to permit the Club to carry on its ongoing operations without disruption.
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!
