Location
Battery Park City
Completion
2011
Client
Goldman Sachs
Square Footage
30,000 SF
Design Architect
Remedios Studio and Office dA, Inc.
Executive Architect
Kohn Pederson Fox Associates (KPF)
LEED
Gold
Site #25 Facade & Atrium Upgrade
Sciame was responsible for the removal and replacement of approx. 30,000 SF of existing building envelope area while a 400+ key hotel, the Regal Theater Cinemas, and a food service tenant remain in operation. Facade removals also included large pre-cast concrete brick and granite faced panels, as well as an existing Marquee and canopy removal.
The new scope included re-fitting the newly exposed building areas with a high end curtain wall, storefronts, entrances and canopies. In order to best isolate the interior, Sciame planned and constructed weather walls prior to the existing facade removals which allowed tenant spaces to remain in operation.
In addition to the logistics associated with the 200 West Glass Canopy, significant steps were taken for overhead protection and sequencing the work. Sciame implemented creative solutions to create these work zones which satisfied the required overhead protection while simultaneously reducing the footprint of the actual construction work area.
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!
