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THE COLONY CLUB SCOPE . Design, approvals and construction administration of mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, electrical and fire alarm systems. PROJECT COST . Home / Commercial THE COLONY CLUB ARCHITECT . Li · Saltzman Architects, PC PROJECT SIZE . PROJECT COST . SCOPE . Design, approvals and construction administration of mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, electrical and fire alarm systems. Go Go The Colony Club is a women-only private social club in New York City. Founded in 1903 by Florence Jaffray Harriman, wife of J. Borden Harriman, as the first social club established in New York City by and for women, it was modeled on similar gentlemen's clubs. Today, men are admitted as guests. The Club presently has approximately 2,500 members who have access to discussions, concerts, and wellness and athletic programs. The Clubhouse is renowned for its classical proportions, sophisticated detailing, and graceful interiors. The building is approximately 80,000 square feet and consists of seven stories, 25 guest bedrooms, three dining rooms, two ballrooms, a lounge, a squash court, an indoor pool, a fitness facility and three personal spa service rooms. Annual gross revenues are more than $10 million.

554 Prospect Place is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, near the border with Prospect Heights. The building was originally Temple Isaac, a synagogue constructed in 1922, designed by architect Martyn N. Weinstein in a Moorish-inspired style with Art Deco elements. It featured soaring arches, geometric stained glass, and diamond-patterned brickwork. In 1972, it was sold and became the Faith Chapel Baptist Church, serving as a church until its closure in 2016. Redevelopment: After 2016, the property was acquired for conversion into a residential building. Permits filed in 2018 outline plans for a seven-story high-end residential structure. The project preserves the existing exterior walls, including the distinctive diamond brick pattern, while gutting the interior and adding new floors inside and above the original structure. Building Specifications: The redeveloped building stands 70 feet tall and spans 34,340 square feet, with 22,720 square feet dedicated to residential use. It includes 22 apartments averaging 1,030 square feet each, suggesting condominiums. Key features include: -A new sub-cellar for storage, services, and amenities. -A third-floor outdoor garden/terrace (at the original roof level). -Upper floors that cantilever outward, creating a modern “floating” effect above the historical base. -12 parking spaces on-site. -Private terraces for each unit. Structural Design: The redevelopment considered two structural systems: cast-in-place concrete or composite concrete on metal deck floors with a steel frame. The project was modeled and coordinated using Revit software. Developer and Engineers: Stephan Tchorbajian of Hye Rise Consulting is behind the development, with Madsen Consulting Engineering handling the structural design. Location: Situated between Classon and Franklin Avenues, it’s one block from the Park Place subway station (S train) and six blocks from the Brooklyn Museum. The area blends historical charm with modern growth, near cultural hubs like Prospect Park and the vibrant Vanderbilt Avenue scene. Home / Multifamily 554 PROSPECT PLACE ARCHITECT . PROJECT SIZE . 22,720 SF PROJECT COST . SCOPE . Design, approvals and construction administration of mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, electrical and fire alarm systems. Go Go 554 Prospect Place is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, near the border with Prospect Heights. The building was originally Temple Isaac, a synagogue constructed in 1922, designed by architect Martyn N. Weinstein in a Moorish-inspired style with Art Deco elements. It featured soaring arches, geometric stained glass, and diamond-patterned brickwork. In 1972, it was sold and became the Faith Chapel Baptist Church, serving as a church until its closure in 2016. Redevelopment: After 2016, the property was acquired for conversion into a residential building. Permits filed in 2018 outline plans for a seven-story high-end residential structure. The project preserves the existing exterior walls, including the distinctive diamond brick pattern, while gutting the interior and adding new floors inside and above the original structure. Building Specifications: The redeveloped building stands 70 feet tall and spans 34,340 square feet, with 22,720 square feet dedicated to residential use. It includes 22 apartments averaging 1,030 square feet each, suggesting condominiums. Key features include: -A new sub-cellar for storage, services, and amenities. -A third-floor outdoor garden/terrace (at the original roof level). -Upper floors that cantilever outward, creating a modern “floating” effect above the historical base. -12 parking spaces on-site. -Private terraces for each unit. Structural Design: The redevelopment considered two structural systems: cast-in-place concrete or composite concrete on metal deck floors with a steel frame. The project was modeled and coordinated using Revit software. Developer and Engineers: Stephan Tchorbajian of Hye Rise Consulting is behind the development, with Madsen Consulting Engineering handling the structural design. Location: Situated between Classon and Franklin Avenues, it’s one block from the Park Place subway station (S train) and six blocks from the Brooklyn Museum. The area blends historical charm with modern growth, near cultural hubs like Prospect Park and the vibrant Vanderbilt Avenue scene.

733 Ocean Parkway is a modern condominium development named "Arbor" located in the Kensington neighborhood of Brooklyn, a residential area just south of Prospect Park. Below are the key details: Development Overview: Arbor is a relatively new condo project completed around 2015-2016, marketed as an elegant residential building with upscale amenities. It’s designed to blend contemporary living with the tree-lined charm of Ocean Parkway, a historic boulevard designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in the 1870s. Building Specifications: Height and Units: An eight-story building with 23 residential units. Early permits from 2019 proposed a nine-story structure with 30 units, but the final construction settled at eight stories and 23 units. Size: Total area of 22,723 square feet, all dedicated to residential use, built on a 6,075-square-foot lot (51.58 feet wide by 111.35 feet deep). Unit Features: Units range from studios to three-bedroom apartments, averaging around 937-1,300 square feet. They include floor-to-ceiling European windows, L-shaped kitchens, soaking bathtubs with armrests, frameless glass showers, and private balconies in some cases. Amenities: Arbor Lounge: A modern co-working lounge with custom design, connecting to the outdoor greenery of Ocean Parkway. Arbor Fitness: A fully equipped gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, ellipticals, free weights, and yoga mats. Rooftop: A fully amenitized space with lounge and picnic areas, BBQ grill, kitchenette, and panoramic views of Brooklyn and Manhattan skylines. Private cabanas are available for purchase. Parking: Optional parking spaces can be bought separately (no on-site garage is standard). Tax Abatement: Offers a 421-A tax abatement, extending through 2034, reducing property taxes for owners. Developer and Management: Developed by 733 Development LLC (linked to Oleg Krasnitsky), with marketing by The Danielov Team at Corcoran. Management details are not fully specified but are overseen by a professional team. Location Benefits: Neighborhood: Kensington is a diverse, residential area with Victorian-style homes and prewar buildings, near Flatbush and Ditmas Park. It’s known for its quiet, old-school feel despite its global population. Transit: Close to the F and G trains at the 18th Avenue or Church Avenue stations, and the Q and B trains are a short distance away in Ditmas Park. Proximity: Near schools like P.S. 134, J.H.S. 62 Ditmas, and Midwood High School, plus local spots like DiFara Pizza and ShopRite on Avenue I. Current Status: As of recent listings (e.g., 2024 data), units like 2C (2-bed, 2-bath, 937 sq ft) were listed for $860,000, and 8C (3-bed, 2-bath) for $1,300,000. The building is pet-friendly, investor-friendly, and allows subletting. It’s also approved for a first-time homebuyers’ program with favorable loan rates (e.g., 5.625% fixed for 30 years, subject to change). By March 2025, it’s fully constructed, with only a few units remaining unsold as of late 2024 reports. Historical Note: The site was previously a smaller structure sold for $6 million in 2018, replaced by this condo to meet Kensington’s growing demand for modern housing. The building’s design reflects a balance of luxury and practicality, leveraging its prime spot along Ocean Parkway. Home / Multifamily 733 OCEAN PARKWAY ARCHITECT . PROJECT SIZE . PROJECT COST . SCOPE . Design, approvals and construction administration of mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, electrical and fire alarm systems. Go Go 733 Ocean Parkway is a modern condominium development named "Arbor" located in the Kensington neighborhood of Brooklyn, a residential area just south of Prospect Park. Below are the key details: Development Overview: Arbor is a relatively new condo project completed around 2015-2016, marketed as an elegant residential building with upscale amenities. It’s designed to blend contemporary living with the tree-lined charm of Ocean Parkway, a historic boulevard designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in the 1870s. Building Specifications: Height and Units: An eight-story building with 23 residential units. Early permits from 2019 proposed a nine-story structure with 30 units, but the final construction settled at eight stories and 23 units. Size: Total area of 22,723 square feet, all dedicated to residential use, built on a 6,075-square-foot lot (51.58 feet wide by 111.35 feet deep). Unit Features: Units range from studios to three-bedroom apartments, averaging around 937-1,300 square feet. They include floor-to-ceiling European windows, L-shaped kitchens, soaking bathtubs with armrests, frameless glass showers, and private balconies in some cases. Amenities: Arbor Lounge: A modern co-working lounge with custom design, connecting to the outdoor greenery of Ocean Parkway. Arbor Fitness: A fully equipped gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, ellipticals, free weights, and yoga mats. Rooftop: A fully amenitized space with lounge and picnic areas, BBQ grill, kitchenette, and panoramic views of Brooklyn and Manhattan skylines. Private cabanas are available for purchase. Parking: Optional parking spaces can be bought separately (no on-site garage is standard). Tax Abatement: Offers a 421-A tax abatement, extending through 2034, reducing property taxes for owners. Developer and Management: Developed by 733 Development LLC (linked to Oleg Krasnitsky), with marketing by The Danielov Team at Corcoran. Management details are not fully specified but are overseen by a professional team. Location Benefits: Neighborhood: Kensington is a diverse, residential area with Victorian-style homes and prewar buildings, near Flatbush and Ditmas Park. It’s known for its quiet, old-school feel despite its global population. Transit: Close to the F and G trains at the 18th Avenue or Church Avenue stations, and the Q and B trains are a short distance away in Ditmas Park. Proximity: Near schools like P.S. 134, J.H.S. 62 Ditmas, and Midwood High School, plus local spots like DiFara Pizza and ShopRite on Avenue I. Current Status: As of recent listings (e.g., 2024 data), units like 2C (2-bed, 2-bath, 937 sq ft) were listed for $860,000, and 8C (3-bed, 2-bath) for $1,300,000. The building is pet-friendly, investor-friendly, and allows subletting. It’s also approved for a first-time homebuyers’ program with favorable loan rates (e.g., 5.625% fixed for 30 years, subject to change). By March 2025, it’s fully constructed, with only a few units remaining unsold as of late 2024 reports. Historical Note: The site was previously a smaller structure sold for $6 million in 2018, replaced by this condo to meet Kensington’s growing demand for modern housing. The building’s design reflects a balance of luxury and practicality, leveraging its prime spot along Ocean Parkway.

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development has announced the selection of the Norma, an 11-story, 100% affordable home ownership project designed by Leong Leong with Almat Urban and Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation. The Norma (named in honor of Norma Merrick Sklarek, the first African American woman to pass her license exam to officially become an architect in both New York and California) will give rise to 44 homeownership opportunities through a mix of 1- to 3-bedroom condo-style coops for low- to moderate-income households with a broad range of affordability. Under the plans, the Brownsville Multi Service Wellness and Health Center will operate a new urgent care facility on the ground floor, providing services for adult medicine, pediatrics, physical therapy, OB/GYN, mental health and dentistry among others. A community terrace on the second floor will create space for community building, resident organizing and activities. Additionally, the building is designed to comply with Passive House energy efficiency and sustainability standards with a fully electric mechanical heating and cooling systems. Green Roof, Stormwater Retention, and Mechanical Systems In order to reduce load on the CSO, gardens and green spaces adjacent to the Northern facade can use storm-water in a retention and irrigation effort. A 1,067 sf green roof above the eleventh floor penthouse will absorb heavy rains and provide an extra layer of insulation, which will increase the energy efficiency and lower carbon footprints. The pavement in the rear yard of the site will be permeable so that aquifers can be recharged. Proposed planters on the second floor and eleventh floor amenity spaces with small trees and foliage will provide shade and a nice visual touch, as well as storm-water retention in its own right. The team proposes the use of a high-performance, high-efficiency HVAC system. Initial research centers on the feasibility of a variable refrigerant flow unit (VRF) mini-split with a heat recovery ventilator (HRV) unit, to provide (at least part of) the mechanical heating and cooling for the building. Home / Multifamily THE NORMA on FULTON STREET ARCHITECT . Leong Leong PROJECT SIZE . 80,000 SF SCOPE . HVAC, sprinkler, plumbing and electrical power, fire alarm design and construction administration Go Go NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development has announced the selection of the Norma, an 11-story, 100% affordable home ownership project designed by Leong Leong with Almat Urban and Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation. The Norma (named in honor of Norma Merrick Sklarek, the first African American woman to pass her license exam to officially become an architect in both New York and California) will give rise to 44 homeownership opportunities through a mix of 1- to 3-bedroom condo-style coops for low- to moderate-income households with a broad range of affordability. Under the plans, the Brownsville Multi Service Wellness and Health Center will operate a new urgent care facility on the ground floor, providing services for adult medicine, pediatrics, physical therapy, OB/GYN, mental health and dentistry among others. A community terrace on the second floor will create space for community building, resident organizing and activities. Additionally, the building is designed to comply with Passive House energy efficiency and sustainability standards with a fully electric mechanical heating and cooling systems. Green Roof, Stormwater Retention, and Mechanical Systems In order to reduce load on the CSO, gardens and green spaces adjacent to the Northern facade can use storm-water in a retention and irrigation effort. A 1,067 sf green roof above the eleventh floor penthouse will absorb heavy rains and provide an extra layer of insulation, which will increase the energy efficiency and lower carbon footprints. The pavement in the rear yard of the site will be permeable so that aquifers can be recharged. Proposed planters on the second floor and eleventh floor amenity spaces with small trees and foliage will provide shade and a nice visual touch, as well as storm-water retention in its own right. The team proposes the use of a high-performance, high-efficiency HVAC system. Initial research centers on the feasibility of a variable refrigerant flow unit (VRF) mini-split with a heat recovery ventilator (HRV) unit, to provide (at least part of) the mechanical heating and cooling for the building.

COCKTAIL BODEGA SCOPE . Design, approvals and construction administration of mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, electrical and fire alarm systems. PROJECT COST . Home / Commercial COCKTAIL BODEGA ARCHITECT . PROJECT SIZE . PROJECT COST . SCOPE . Design, approvals and construction administration of mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, electrical and fire alarm systems. Go Go SCOPE . Design, approvals and construction administration of mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, electrical and fire alarm systems.

A new 31-unit luxury condominium building in Harlem. The building does not use natural gas or any other fuel for heating. The building is cooled and heated with a variable-refrigerant flow system in lieu of more conventional gas-fired boilers. Home / Multifamily 18 WEST 116TH STREET, NYC ARCHITECT . GF55 PROJECT SIZE . 50,000 GSF PROJECT COST . $14.5 million SCOPE . Full MEP design, and construction administration services, energy modeling and sustainability consulting services. HVAC, sprinkler, plumbing and electrical power design and construction administration, sustainability, façade optimization, energy modeling. Go Go A new 31-unit luxury condominium building in Harlem. The building does not use natural gas or any other fuel for heating. The building is cooled and heated with a variable-refrigerant flow system in lieu of more conventional gas-fired boilers.

This new nine story residential building, located on a vacant city lot designated as an Urban Development Action Area, offers 59 affordable residential units with rents set at 30, 40, and 50 percent of the area median income. IMPACCT Brooklyn serves as the social service provider for the building’s supportive housing tenants. Rising to a height of 97 feet, the building contains approximately 42,200 square feet of floor area and includes one superintendent’s unit, social services, administrative offices, and programmatic space to support the needs of its residents. IMPACCT Brooklyn, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and developing affordable housing with a focus on economic mobility and racial equity, plays a key role in ensuring the success of this project. Providing much needed affordable and supportive housing in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood, the building features amenities such as a green roof, indoor bicycle parking, a community room, a laundry room, and recreational outdoor spaces, including a rear yard and a rooftop area. Home / Multifamily 776 MYRTLE, BROOKLYN ARCHITECT . Urban Architecture Initiatives PROJECT SIZE . 42,000 SF, 9 stories, 59 residential units PROJECT COST . $18 million SCOPE . Design, approvals and construction administration of Mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, electrical and fire alarm systems. A highly efficient building envelope. Heating and cooling with a 3 pipe heat recovery variable refrigerant volume heat pump and a passive house style ventilation via a rooftop ERV Gas fired high efficiency boilers used for domestic water heating system. Go Go This new nine story residential building, located on a vacant city lot designated as an Urban Development Action Area, offers 59 affordable residential units with rents set at 30, 40, and 50 percent of the area median income. IMPACCT Brooklyn serves as the social service provider for the building’s supportive housing tenants. Rising to a height of 97 feet, the building contains approximately 42,200 square feet of floor area and includes one superintendent’s unit, social services, administrative offices, and programmatic space to support the needs of its residents. IMPACCT Brooklyn, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and developing affordable housing with a focus on economic mobility and racial equity, plays a key role in ensuring the success of this project. Providing much needed affordable and supportive housing in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood, the building features amenities such as a green roof, indoor bicycle parking, a community room, a laundry room, and recreational outdoor spaces, including a rear yard and a rooftop area.

City Point Tower 1 is one part of 1.8 million square foot development of new construction, including retail, residential, entertainment, and office space spurred by 2004 Downtown Brooklyn Plan. The City Point project sits on City-owned property at a highly visible location along Flatbush Avenue and serves as a gateway to the Downtown area. Bordered by Flatbush Avenue, Gold Street, and Dekalb Avenue. Tower 1 is a mixed-income 19-story 251-unit residential tower above a four floor retail podium. OWNER - Albee Tower 1 Owners LLC (BFC) Home / Multifamily CITY POINT TOWER PHASE ONE ARCHITECT . SCLE PROJECT SIZE . 270,000 SF PROJECT COST . $ 110 million SCOPE . Energy Code Progress Inspections Go Go City Point Tower 1 is one part of 1.8 million square foot development of new construction, including retail, residential, entertainment, and office space spurred by 2004 Downtown Brooklyn Plan. The City Point project sits on City-owned property at a highly visible location along Flatbush Avenue and serves as a gateway to the Downtown area. Bordered by Flatbush Avenue, Gold Street, and Dekalb Avenue. Tower 1 is a mixed-income 19-story 251-unit residential tower above a four floor retail podium. OWNER - Albee Tower 1 Owners LLC (BFC)

326 Rockaway Avenue was one of several sites developed as part of the Brownsville Plan, an initiative aimed at creating over 2,500 new affordable homes representing more than $1 billion in housing investment for the neighborhood. New developments on city owned land support broader goals of improving health, safety, economic development, and the arts. This includes a new cultural center, a center for innovation and entrepreneurship, and new neighborhood retail and community spaces, all integrated with affordable housing. Beyond housing, the Brownsville Plan coordinates over $150 million in City investments, including renovations of local parks, enhancements to open spaces in NYCHA developments, a new community center for teens at Brownsville Houses, and a Neighborhood Health Action Center. The initiative seeks to revitalize city owned vacant sites, increase neighborhood services and amenities, and stimulate economic growth in an underdeveloped part of Brooklyn. As part of this effort, the 326 Rockaway Avenue development created 215 permanently affordable apartments for low income New Yorkers. Of these, 130 units are designated for formerly unhoused young adults and their families, who will have access to onsite supportive housing services provided by RiseBoro’s expert staff. These services include personalized case management, life skills development, counseling, crisis intervention, employment and education referrals, and opportunities for community engagement and leadership. Additionally, RiseBoro staff will offer mentoring and empowerment programs in collaboration with the nonprofit’s education initiative. Considered one of the most sustainable affordable housing projects in New York City, the mixed use development was designed to meet Passive House standards and achieve PHIUS certification. The all electric Passive House project will incorporate rooftop solar PV equipment and will use zero fossil fuels for heating and other operations. The 181,324 square foot building will feature 3,800 square feet of community space, 1,600 square feet of ground floor retail, and a mix of studio, one, two, and three bedroom apartments. Common area amenities include a fitness center, a community room, a yoga studio, a children’s playroom, laundry facilities, outdoor recreational areas, a roof deck, and bike storage. Financing for the $146 million project includes Low Income Housing Tax Credits, tax exempt bonds, an acquisition loan from the Corporation for Supportive Housing, and support from the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, the New York City Housing Development Corporation, and the Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group. Client- Slate Property Group, Rise Boro Community Partnership Home / Multifamily 326 ROCKAWAY AVENUE ARCHITECT . Aufgang PROJECT SIZE . 181,000 GSF, 14 stories, 215 residential units PROJECT . $146 million SCOPE . Design, approvals and construction administration of Mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, electrical and fire alarm systems. Altera engineers were tasked with designing a system that meets the following goals:  Achieves Passive House level annual energy consumption  Carbon neutral ready  Improved indoor air quality The result is an all electric Passive House, designed for self-heating, with an annual energy use of no more than 45 kBTU per square foot less than half that of a typical multifamily building in New York City. Heating, cooling, and domestic hot water are provided by an air-source variable refrigerant heat recovery system. Additionally, all residential units receive filtered and tempered outside air through energy recovery ventilators. Go Go 326 Rockaway Avenue was one of several sites developed as part of the Brownsville Plan, an initiative aimed at creating over 2,500 new affordable homes representing more than $1 billion in housing investment for the neighborhood. New developments on city owned land support broader goals of improving health, safety, economic development, and the arts. This includes a new cultural center, a center for innovation and entrepreneurship, and new neighborhood retail and community spaces, all integrated with affordable housing. Beyond housing, the Brownsville Plan coordinates over $150 million in City investments, including renovations of local parks, enhancements to open spaces in NYCHA developments, a new community center for teens at Brownsville Houses, and a Neighborhood Health Action Center. The initiative seeks to revitalize city owned vacant sites, increase neighborhood services and amenities, and stimulate economic growth in an underdeveloped part of Brooklyn. As part of this effort, the 326 Rockaway Avenue development created 215 permanently affordable apartments for low income New Yorkers. Of these, 130 units are designated for formerly unhoused young adults and their families, who will have access to onsite supportive housing services provided by RiseBoro’s expert staff. These services include personalized case management, life skills development, counseling, crisis intervention, employment and education referrals, and opportunities for community engagement and leadership. Additionally, RiseBoro staff will offer mentoring and empowerment programs in collaboration with the nonprofit’s education initiative. Considered one of the most sustainable affordable housing projects in New York City, the mixed use development was designed to meet Passive House standards and achieve PHIUS certification. The all electric Passive House project will incorporate rooftop solar PV equipment and will use zero fossil fuels for heating and other operations. The 181,324 square foot building will feature 3,800 square feet of community space, 1,600 square feet of ground floor retail, and a mix of studio, one, two, and three bedroom apartments. Common area amenities include a fitness center, a community room, a yoga studio, a children’s playroom, laundry facilities, outdoor recreational areas, a roof deck, and bike storage. Financing for the $146 million project includes Low Income Housing Tax Credits, tax exempt bonds, an acquisition loan from the Corporation for Supportive Housing, and support from the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, the New York City Housing Development Corporation, and the Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group. Client- Slate Property Group, Rise Boro Community Partnership

Home / Landmarks 133 EAST 91ST STREET TOWNHOUSE, NEW YORK ARCHITECT . Ben Fuqua PROJECT SIZE . About 4,500 SF PROJECT COST . $ 5 million SCOPE . Full MEP/FP design and construction administration services Go Go A full gut renovation and conversion of a multifamily building into a single family townhouse. 133 East 91st Street is one of six identical Queen Anne rowhouses completed in 1896 for a local developer John Weber. The building retains its original façade of red brick and brownstone along with a raised stoop and paved entry court, and a 20-ft rear garden. Altera Engineering worked hand in hand with the architect to seamlessly integrate all new heating/cooling and other building infrastructure into 17.5-foot wide existing shell. Altera Engineering consulted the owner on high performance building strategies, such as passive heating and cooling, insulation and envelope air-tightness, highly efficient domestic water heating and continuous ventilation with energy recovery. With the exception of domestic water heating, the building does not use natural gas or any other fuel for heating, and is cooled and heated with a variable-refrigerant flow system. Highly insulated envelope, and not relying on gas for heating are expected to save 20 metric tons of Carbon Dioxide emissions on an annual basis.

Home / Residential 42 SHARON STREET, BROOKLYN ARCHITECT . nC2 Architecture LLC PROJECT SIZE . 3,600 SF PROJECT COST . SCOPE . full MEP/FP design and construction administration services Go 42 SHARON STREET, BROOKLYN A ground up construction of a single family home in Brooklyn. Altera Engineering was retained as a project’s MEP engineer in part because the building’s complex interior geometry required a thoughtful approach that most small MEP firms lack. Altera Engineering consulted the owner on high performance building strategies, such as passive heating and cooling, insulation and envelope air-tightness, intelligent lighting controls, highly efficient domestic water heating and continuous ventilation with energy recovery. With the exception of domestic water heating, the building does not use natural gas or any other fuel for heating, and is cooled and heated with a variable-refrigerant flow system. Highly insulated envelope, and fuel free heating are expected to save 15 metric tons of Carbon Dioxide emissions on an annual basis. Altera Engineering efficiently and successfully secured utility connection approvals and assisted the client in resolving filing and approval issues.

Home / Landmarks 347 WEST END AVENUE ARCHITECT . Lamb & Rich PROJECT SIZE . PROJECT COST . SCOPE . Morozov provided MEP engineering design and approval services for all mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems. Go Go This Eclectic Renaissance/Revival building was designed with a limestone façade and gabled tile roof by famed architects Lamb & Rich as part of an original row of 14 houses in 1891. The home’s first owner was Charles F. Rand who made his fortune in the mining industry in Cuba and Spain. In the 1950’s, the property was converted to nine apartments, and now the new owners are converting back to a single family residence. The scope of the conversion included an additional set back fifth floor, with an elevator overrun, roof bulkhead, and copper and glass skylight atop it. The current three-story-tall projecting rear yard addition will be demolished and replaced with a four-story-tall rear yard addition. A Juliette balcony, clad in copper, will jut out just into the canopy of a 130- to 140-year-old cherry tree. This is Altera Engineering's third project along the historic West End Avenue, 915 West End Avenue and 309 West 86th Street. The Altera Engineering team worked closely with the architect to thoughtfully integrate new infrastructure into the existing historic shell.