Next month, Partner Julie Nelson will participate in a panel “Design Trends to Look Out for in 2024” at New York Build! 14 Feb, 12:00 pm – 12:50 pm Participants will include Rosalind Tsang, New York City Studio Director – BDP; Julie Nelson, Partner at BKSK Architecture; Elena Koroleva, Design Manager – Studio by Tishman Speyer; Sierra Sharron, Senior Associate – COOKFOX; and Mark Mini, President – John Mini. Learn…
Exclusive: Touring East Harlem’s latest affordable housing complex
SENDERO VERDE PHASE II – Lottery ends Feb 9, 2024
Sendero Verde Phase II is a newly constructed 348-unit residential project in the East Harlem section of Manhattan, NY (Community Board 11). All units in the project will be subject to Rent stabilization. Project amenities include an outdoor terrace, fitness center, community room, computer room, bicycle storage, package lockers, free secure in-unit access to broadband internet, and on-site laundry. Apply Now
Morris Adjmi named 2023 Designer of the Year | ICFF
We are thrilled to announce that Morris Adjmi has been recognized as ICFF’s Designer of the Year! This is a tremendous honor for Morris and the entire MA team, whose collective passion and talent are at the heart of all that the firm has accomplished. Watch the interview below and visit the news release on ICFF's website to learn more. Read More
FERO’s FAST Thermal Bracket Concealed Clip Lintel System used on window arches
Seeing FERO’s custom arches progress from design to drawings to installation is always rewarding. The main façade of this development includes oversized arched windows framed by corbelled brickwork, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the result. FERO FAST Thermal Brackets™ can be used in any wall assembly and are designed to solve all your masonry and stone veneer wall challenges. Contact FERO at engineering@ferocorp.com to design thermally broken, energy-efficient…
Albemarle Road Retrofit Brooklyn, New York
New York City has set some of the most aggressive targets for reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the world. Its buildings, both commercial and residential, contribute to nearly 70 percent of the city’s carbon emissions. The Climate Mobilization Act of 2019 includes several bills that target buildings greater than 25,000 square feet as they are responsible for 30 percent of those emissions; the legislation mandates a 40 percent reduction…
Project Highlights – 425 Grand Concourse
The largest, most advanced Passive House public-housing residence in North America to date. Won Best Overall Project award at the 2022 Phius Passive Project Design Competition. Incorporated thermal breaks to prevent thermal bridging at the terrace, rooftop trellis, entranceway canopy and sunshades. Passive House mixed-income housing high rise insulates with structural thermal breaks Award-winning Bronx housing development provides mixed-income residents with comfort, luxury, and efficiency. Learn More
Transparent, self-adhered, airtight membrane, for temporary weather protection of CLT, NLT, and Mass Timber
The rise in interest in mass timber construction (CLT, NLT, dowel laminated timber) is encouraging for those interested in viable low-carbon alternatives to concrete and steel. Pro Clima’s forward-thinking R&D Department supports this development in sustainable construction by producing innovative materials that fit leading-edge sustainable building methods. Read More
designPH 2.2 (IP / unit switcher) – public beta
We are pleased to announce that the public beta for designPH v2.2 (IP / units switcher) is now available for download. This brings the possibility of live switching of unit systems, so the total heat balance calculation and entries of material properties can be viewed in alternative unit systems. Read More
Fostering collaboration: Buildings Breakthrough
Buildings Breakthrough: “Near-zero emission and resilient buildings are the new normal by 2030.” Breakthrough Agenda context At COP26 in November 2021, 45 world leaders, whose governments collectively represent over 70% of global GDP, launched the Breakthrough Agenda, aiming at strengthening international collaboration on decarbonizing high-emitting sectors (Transport, Power, Hydrogen, Steel, and Agriculture) and making clean technologies and sustainable solutions the most affordable, accessible and attractive option in all regions by 2030.…
Predevelopment Financing for Modular Passive House New Construction in East Harlem in the Bronx
NYCEEC provided an approximately $3,000,000 bridge loan to Assembly OSM, an early-stage company that is focused on building highly efficient and sustainable urban new construction through innovative modular processes. NYCEEC’s loan proceeds will bridge design, engineering, and supply chain expenses during the ramp-up period prior to the anticipated construction start date at the end of Q2 2024. The development is located in East Harlem, New York and will qualify for…
Six reasons to be optimistic about the energy transition
Yes, the world is hooked on fossil fuels, but Canary Media’s experts are still hopeful about the rise of clean energy. Here’s why. By Canary Staff, 28 December 2023 The transition away from fossil fuels is a messy, frustrating and frequently uncertain story. Sometimes it seems like major change is just around the corner; other days it feels like we’re moving in the wrong direction. Read More >





































