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The Center for Environmental Research and Conservation (CERC) on the campus of Columbia University, is a consortium of Columbia University, the American Museum of Natural History, The New York Botanical Garden, the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Wildlife Preservation Trust International. This interdisciplinary education and research facility incorporates offices, laboratories, a library and rooftop research greenhouses. The design uses materials of low environmental impact and maximizes the use of daylight throughout the center.  The three-level, 18,000 sf, $1.8 million project was completed in collaboration with BNK Architects, and was featured on the cover of Interior Design magazine.

“In developing CERC, we have blended a strong environmental theme with a new way of using academic space.” -Don Melnick, Executive Director

Project Data

Client: Center for Environmental Research & Conservation
Project Size: 18,000 square feet
Construction Cost: $1,800,000
Services: Full Architectural Services

The $12.8 million restoration of the 14,000 sf Great Hall was made necessary by deteriorated structural elements, a severely inadequate mechanical system and crumbling floors. The scope of work allowed the introduction of modern, state of the art acoustic and lighting systems which make the grand assembly space available for a wide variety of programs ranging from lectures and musical performances to commercial film and television shoots. The work also included the refurbishment of twelve sixty-foot stained glass windows, extensive repair of the elaborate decorative plaster and woodwork, and newly designed limestone floor and new control booth. The restoration received the Lucy G. Moses Award from the New York Landmarks Conservancy.
 

Project Data

Client: The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York + City University of New York
Project Size: 14,000 square feet
Construction Cost: $12,800,000
Services: Full Architectural Services

A collaboration between design competition winners Ray Kinoshita and Ann Marshall, this $8.5 million project uses site elements and building fragments to create a place of contemplation and reflection. The project was developed to create a gateway into the town of Seneca Falls, NY. The plan and the materials weave the site into the urban fabric while also marking the Wesleyan Chapel site as an important historic monument.

The Women’s Rights National Historic Park has been honored with a National Endowment for the Arts Federal Design Achievement Award as well as local and state awards.

Project Data

Client: National Park Service
Construction Cost: $8,500,000
Services: Full Architectural Services

The Combined Police and Fire Facility is a new building serving both the New York Police and Fire Departments. The original fire headquarters required the replacement of all brownstone ornament with new cast stone.  Sustainable features include the adaptive reuse of landmark facades and HVAC systems using scheduling controls and occupancy sensors. The project has received several awards including the Lucy G. Moses Award from the New York Landmarks Conservancy and New York City Art Commission.

Project Data

Client: The City of New York Department of Design & Construction + NYPD + FDNY
Construction Cost: $18,000,000
Services: Full Architectural Services