Location
130 East 59th Street
Completion
2007
Client
UJA-Federation
Square Footage
300,000 SF
Architect
Swanke Hayden Connell Architects
UJA Federation of NY Headquarters - 130 East 59th Street
Sciame was the Construction Manager responsible for a complete phase gut rehabilitation to this midtown office building, while the building remained partially occupied by the owner tenant. Renovations to 130 East 59th Street included replacing the existing glazed brick facade with a new curtain wall-system and making repairs to the roofs and terraces. Work on major systems included replacing the air-conditioning, heating, and electrical systems, and upgrading the elevators. In addition, the office spaces were renovated including the 7th floor conference center.
The lobby was enlarged and reconfigured to improve access and security. To increase the amount of retail space in the building, conference and meeting facilities were moved from the second floor to the seventh floor.
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!
