Concept

OPerA stands for "Operative Practice in Architecture." The design process starts with the development of formal systems that are operable, that operate according to the programmatic or environmental opportunities that the individual project provides. In an operative system, form is never arbitrary, heroic, or representative, but functional, responsive, and performative. Economics of production and use are built into the aesthetic properties of architecture, and are linked directly to the initial design decisions. A project's design, its' visual aspects, are derived systematically from maximizing the potential of building systems to express themselves and provide the basis for aesthetics.

Services

OPerA Studio is a full service architecture and interior design firm, licensed to practice architecture in New York State. Our services span the length of a typical project. At the outset, we provide initial zoning and feasibility studies, and file for approvals from city agencies such as the Landmarks Preservation Commission, the Department of City Planning, the Department of Buildings, and the Board of Standards and Appeals.

During the design phase we work closely with the client, our consultants, and as early as possible with contractors. We rely on fabricators' input to inform our designs, and we often seek out fabricators prior to the selection of a general contractor to ensure that our details and concepts can be artfully implemented. We also believe in close collaboration with other professionals, especially those in the real estate industry, who can inform the design team of market trends and expectations. We provide fully detailed construction documents, and during construction, we meet weekly with contractors on site to ensure that each aspect of our design is properly realized. We find that establishing a working relationship with builders and fabricators, and consultants at an early stage increases efficiency, allows for cost reductions, and avoids schedule overruns.

Experience

OPerA Studio is led by Thomas Barry, a licensed architect and LEED accredited professional. Thomas has over twelve years of experience overseeing projects of various building types and sizes. Most recently, from 2007 to 2010, he was an associate partner at Archi-Tectonics, a leading international design firm, which he joined in 2005. Projects that he led at Archi-Tectonics include new, ground up multi-unit condominium and mixed-use buildings, large scale conversions of existing buildings, smaller scale townhouse renovations and additions, high-end retail, high end residential, and commercial projects. Many of these projects received approval from the New York City Landmarks Commission, and for others he obtained zoning changes from the City Planning Department and the Board of Standards and Appeals. Prior to joining Archi-Tectonics, Thomas completed many projects at both Davis Brody Bond and Fox and Fowle Architects, including a series of educational and institutional building types such as hospitality, fitness, office, primary and higher education, community use, libraries, and laboratories. For a complete project list, please see the Experience section of this web site.

Thomas received his Master of Architecture degree from Harvard University and his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Syracuse University. He is currently an adjunct professor of architectural design at New Jersey Institute of Technology, has taught design at Cornell University and New York Institute of Technology, and has been a visiting critic at Syracuse University, University of Pennsylvania, Harvard University, and the Pratt Institute.

LEED/Green Design

Thomas Barry is a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) accredited professional, deemed by the US Green Building Council to oversee the LEED application process. LEED is a voluntary certification program that can be applied to any building type and any building lifecycle phase. The system promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in key areas. As associate partner at Archi-Tectonics, Thomas led the Little Red House Project in New York City, a conversion of an existing 30,000 SF warehouse to condominiums and commercial storefronts. The Little Red House project is registered for LEED gold certification. Prior the the implementation of LEED standards, while at Fox and Fowle Architects, Thomas was the project architect for the Black Rock Forest Center in Cornwall, NY. This project foresaw many of the LEED guidelines and implemented them before certification was available. In addition to using site harvested materials and systems such as composting toilets, passive ventilation and sun control, and geothermal heating and cooling, the building underwent simulated energy modeling to achieve maximum efficiency. At Opera Studio, our goal is to inform clients of the most cost effective ways to allow their projects to have the smallest possible impact on the environment. Visit the Client Resources section of this web site for more information.

Taichung Tower
Taichung Tower
OPerA House
Carroll Gardens Residence
Hotel Centro
Hotel Centro
268 St. Marks Ave.
Opera House
CG Townhouse
474carroll
Ponte Academia
Ponte Academia
PVAC
Palos Verde Arts Center

Taichung Tower

Harvest Tower was proposed for the new Taichung Tower competition in 2011. The brief asked for a 350m tall observation tower with a museum of the city and other public functions integrated into it. The tower is conceived as a generator of resources: food, wind and solar power, for the surrounding city. A series of sloped urban farms occupy the center of the tower, oriented toward the sunlight and providing a spiral path that allows visitors to meander down the tower after visiting the observation deck. The green spiral continues at the upper and lower extents of the tower, creating a double helix wrapping the museum and gallery spaces. The skin of the tower is an open meshwork of parametrically generated panels. Panels towards the center of the tower are configured to catch sunlight with integrated clear glass photovoltaics, while panels adjacent to the gallery spaces are oriented to shade from sunlight. The farm slopes are designed as deep plenums open to the north and south and outfitted with wind turbines.

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OPerA House

OPerA House (Operative house) is a concept for creating prefabricated dwellings that break the typical shipping container sized box of the prefab unit. The unit of fabrication is a tilt-up wall - a methodology borrowed from balloon and platform framing - with each wall given a thickness so that it acts as a vertical truss. The thickness and function of the walls vary based on their location: north, south or center. North walls have a shutter system to protect from north winds; south walls have a built in sun shade and light shelf; the center walls are occupiable and feature a garden atrium with all of the vertical circulation and building services integrated. The atrium works as a vertical stack to provide natural ventilation. The floor slabs and east and west walls are simple prefabricated spans that lock into place after the walls are erected.

Entry Wall Modules Floor Slabs and Facades Section Construction Diagram Environmental Diagram South Facade Exploded View Living Room Kitchen Atrium Atrium Roof Terrace Plans

Hotel Centro, Guadelajara

The concept for Hotel Centro, Guadelajara, began with the creation of a structural core and facade, each developed from a triangulated frame that serves as the primary vertical structure. The core serves as a central shaft for light and air at the center of the building. Integrated into the structural core is an inviting communicating stair. The facade and core are connected by a series of programatically flexible nodes, one on each level. Their uses range from lounge spaces to special event and party rooms, a small cafe, library, or work space. In addition to providing amenity spaces throughout the hotel, these spaces provide natural light to the interior corridor, and can be left open-air in good weather to allow air circulation through the facade and up through the central core for natural ventilation and energy savings. The program nodes are expressed on the facade, and their placement creates a shifting of the structural frame, which results in a series of unique panel sizes.

View 1 Core and Facade Core and Facade Exploded View Facade Genesis Facade Components Facade View Facade Detail Core Components Core View Cutaway View Roof Terrace

268 St. Marks Avenue, Brooklyn

In 2011 OPerA Studio completed this zoning and design study for a site in Prospect Heights. The R6B zoning permitted a maximum 40 foot street wall and a maximum 50 foot building. These parameters implied a contextual relationship with adjacent townhomes. The site is a combination of two typical 27' wide townhouse lots. Therefore, the building is articulated as a stacking and side-by-side placement of multiple simplex and duplex units, each the width of a typical townhouse. The zoning's lot coverage and height allows for a building volume that is significantly larger than that allowed by the F.A.R. This extra volume is taken advantage of to create multiple duplex units with double height spaces. Each street facing unit's facade is articulated by a single folding wall surface, pushed out at the bedrooms to create a bay window effect, and simultaneously is pushed inward to create a terrace, continuing the space of the living area.

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Carroll Gardens Townhouse, Brooklyn

This three story townhouse in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, was in a state of disrepair when it was purchased in 2007, with a severely deteriorated front and rear masonry facade, sagging floor joists, and unsalvagable interior finishes. The gut renovation included rebuilding the front and rear facade, replacing most of the floor joists for the 1st and 2nd floors, and a complete reconfiguration of the interior on the 1st and 2nd floors. The ground floor was reconfigured as a single open space, with visual focus on the opening to the rear garden. The rear facade was rebuilt with a steel transfer beam at the ground floor level, allowing for the entire 1st floor space to be opened up with a bi-parting Nanawall system that incorporates an extension of the kitchen counter. A set of french doors at the 2nd floor open up to a Juliet balcony, visually connecting the 2nd floor back to the garden at the rear.

Kitchen Dining Detail Axon of Scope Before and After Garden Nanawall Front and Rear Lower Level Plan 1st Floor Plan

Ponte Academia, Venice Italy

The competition brief for Venice's Ponte Academia bridge asked for a new structure to replace a temporary wooden bridge and house gallery spaces to host exhibits on the history of Venice. The design references the construction system of historic venetian stone tracery. We took this module system as a launching point, but translated it into a 3-D occupied structure spanning the canal and containing the gallery spaces. 7 standard modules are derived out of two basic types. Modules are built from variant molds, which have parts that can be switched out to allow the basic unit to fit into different connection conditions. The horizontal modules have flat and sloped variations, allowing for vertical movement. The form of the modules is designed to create horizontal surfaces for seating at the bridge and display elements within the gallery. The final effect is a geometrical tracery of open structure that floats above and is reflected by the canal.

View Modules View Passage Bridge Gallery Plan

Palos Verde Arts Center

The Palos Verde Art Center in Palos Verde, California, is a building where art is created, viewed, and experienced. The site is at the suburban intersection of two lightly trafficked roads, with a slope of 15'. Artists' studios and galleries are organized on either side of two gently curved parallel cor-ten steel walls, which bound an open courtyard for circulation. Openings on either side of the courtyard frame the gallery and studios for access by visitors. The composition is anchored by two intersecting large-scale mural surfaces, intended to be given over to artists on a rotating basis. The first mural sits on the building facade and frames the four artists' studios. The second mural sits at the end of the internal courtyard and is framed by the curving cor-ten steel walls. The view to this mural will unfold as visitors enter and move through the site.

Birdseye View Approach Central Passage Section Plan View of Sculpture Court View of Studio View of Garden View of Gallery Gallery Studio
W24 Townhouse
268 St. Marks Ave.
CG Townhouse
Carroll Gardens Residence
PS Townhouse 1
Park Slope Townhouse 1
PS Townhouse 2
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OPerA House
OPeraHouse
268 St. Marks Ave.
268 St. Marks

W24 Townhouse, NY

The renovation and addition of this four story townhouse in Chelsea, New York City, involved gutting the entire building, leaving the original facade, brick party walls, and floor joists. The existing floor structures were reinforced, and a new roof structure was created to give additional height to the top floor. The rear facade was removed completely and a new 12 foot addition extended the living space into the garden on two levels. The new garden facade is composed of a custom designed powder coated steel frame with glass pivot doors and windows, which pushes the living space out into the rear yard while creating skylights to bring light into the interior. A new studio space was created on the ground floor adjacent to the garden, and a terrace was created on the 2nd floor as an extension of the master bedroom. Thomas Barry was the project architect and designer while working as a managing partner at Archi-Tectonics

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Carroll Gardens Townhouse, Brooklyn

This three story townhouse in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, was in a state of disrepair when it was purchased in 2007, with a severely deteriorated front and rear masonry facade, sagging floor joists, and unsalvagable interior finishes. The gut renovation included rebuilding the front and rear facade, replacing most of the floor joists for the 1st and 2nd floors, and a complete reconfiguration of the interior on the 1st and 2nd floors. The ground floor was reconfigured as a single open space, with visual focus on the opening to the rear garden. The rear facade was rebuilt with a steel transfer beam at the ground floor level, allowing for the entire 1st floor space to be opened up with a bi-parting Nanawall system that incorporates an extension of the kitchen counter. A set of french doors at the 2nd floor open up to a Juliet balcony, visually connecting the 2nd floor back to the garden at the rear.

Kitchen Dining Detail Axon of Scope Before and After Garden Nanawall Front and Rear Lower Level Plan 1st Floor Plan

Park Slope Townhouse 1

Completed in 2012, this two story townhouse in Park Slope, Brooklyn, was converted from a two family to a single family dwelling. The project involved a gut renovation of two floors, joist reinforcement, new windows and exterior doors, and a restructuring of the roof, allowing the 2nd floor ceiling to be raised with the removal of the attic. The ground floor was reconfigured as a single open space with a distinct material change at the kitchen area. The 2nd floor is converted from a single floor apartment into three bedrooms with a shared master bathroom at the center.

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Park Slope Townhouse 2

Currently under construction, this renovation of a North Park Slope Brooklyn three story townhouse involves the reconfiguration of the garden level of the owner's duplex. The existing ground floor plan consists of a rabbit's warren of spaces and a redundant servants' stair up to the parlor level. With the removal of the stair and multiple storage spaces and corridors, a new dining space and expanded kitchen is created. The rear facade will be opened up to the garden with the creation of new brick openings and french doors.

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OPerA House

OPerA House (Operative house) is a concept for creating prefabricated dwellings that break the typical shipping container sized box of the prefab unit. The unit of fabrication is a tilt-up wall - a methodology borrowed from balloon and platform framing - with each wall given a thickness so that it acts as a vertical truss. The thickness and function of the walls vary based on their location: north, south or center. North walls have a shutter system to protect from north winds; south walls have a built in sun shade and light shelf; the center walls are occupiable and feature a garden atrium with all of the vertical circulation and building services integrated. The atrium works as a vertical stack to provide natural ventilation. The floor slabs and east and west walls are simple prefabricated spans that lock into place after the walls are erected.

Entry Wall Modules Floor Slabs and Facades Section Construction Diagram Environmental Diagram South Facade Exploded View Living Room Kitchen Atrium Atrium Roof Terrace Plans

268 St. Marks Avenue, Brooklyn

In 2011 OPerA Studio completed this zoning and design study for a site in Prospect Heights. The R6B zoning permitted a maximum 40 foot street wall and a maximum 50 foot building. These parameters implied a contextual relationship with adjacent townhomes. The site is a combination of two typical 27' wide townhouse lots. Therefore, the building is articulated as a stacking and side-by-side placement of multiple simplex and duplex units, each the width of a typical townhouse. The zoning's lot coverage and height allows for a building volume that is significantly larger than that allowed by the F.A.R. This extra volume is taken advantage of to create multiple duplex units with double height spaces. Each street facing unit's facade is articulated by a single folding wall surface, pushed out at the bedrooms to create a bay window effect, and simultaneously is pushed inward to create a terrace, continuing the space of the living area.

Street View Street View Zoning Diagram Stacking Diagram Section Townhouse View Townhouse View Townhouse Facade Plans1 Plans2 Garden Elevation Garden Elevation
268 St. Marks Ave.
268 St. Marks Ave.
Hotel Centro
Hotel Centro
Taichung Tower
Hotel Centro
PVAC
Palos Verde Arts Center
Ponte Academia
Ponte Academia

268 St. Marks Avenue, Brooklyn

In 2011 OPerA Studio completed this zoning and design study for a site in Prospect Heights. The R6B zoning permitted a maximum 40 foot street wall and a maximum 50 foot building. These parameters implied a contextual relationship with adjacent townhomes. The site is a combination of two typical 27' wide townhouse lots. Therefore, the building is articulated as a stacking and side-by-side placement of multiple simplex and duplex units, each the width of a typical townhouse. The zoning's lot coverage and height allows for a building volume that is significantly larger than that allowed by the F.A.R. This extra volume is taken advantage of to create multiple duplex units with double height spaces. Each street facing unit's facade is articulated by a single folding wall surface, pushed out at the bedrooms to create a bay window effect, and simultaneously is pushed inward to create a terrace, continuing the space of the living area.

Street View Street View Zoning Diagram Stacking Diagram Section Townhouse View Townhouse View Townhouse Facade Plans1 Plans2 Garden Elevation Garden Elevation

Hotel Centro, Guadelajara

The concept for Hotel Centro, Guadelajara, began with the creation of a structural core and facade, each developed from a triangulated frame that serves as the primary vertical structure. The core serves as a central shaft for light and air at the center of the building. Integrated into the structural core is an inviting communicating stair. The facade and core are connected by a series of programatically flexible nodes, one on each level. Their uses range from lounge spaces to special event and party rooms, a small cafe, library, or work space. In addition to providing amenity spaces throughout the hotel, these spaces provide natural light to the interior corridor, and can be left open-air in good weather to allow air circulation through the facade and up through the central core for natural ventilation and energy savings. The program nodes are expressed on the facade, and their placement creates a shifting of the structural frame, which results in a series of unique panel sizes.

View 1 Core and Facade Core and Facade Exploded View Facade Genesis Facade Components Facade View Facade Detail Core Components Core View Cutaway View Roof Terrace

Taichung Tower

Harvest Tower was proposed for the new Taichung Tower competition in 2011. The brief asked for a 350m tall observation tower with a museum of the city and other public functions integrated into it. The tower is conceived as a generator of resources: food, wind and solar power, for the surrounding city. A series of sloped urban farms occupy the center of the tower, oriented toward the sunlight and providing a spiral path that allows visitors to meander down the tower after visiting the observation deck. The green spiral continues at the upper and lower extents of the tower, creating a double helix wrapping the museum and gallery spaces. The skin of the tower is an open meshwork of parametrically generated panels. Panels towards the center of the tower are configured to catch sunlight with integrated clear glass photovoltaics, while panels adjacent to the gallery spaces are oriented to shade from sunlight. The farm slopes are designed as deep plenums open to the north and south and outfitted with wind turbines.

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Palos Verde Arts Center

The Palos Verde Art Center in Palos Verde, California, is a building where art is created, viewed, and experienced. The site is at the suburban intersection of two lightly trafficked roads, with a slope of 15'. Artists' studios and galleries are organized on either side of two gently curved parallel cor-ten steel walls, which bound an open courtyard for circulation. Openings on either side of the courtyard frame the gallery and studios for access by visitors. The composition is anchored by two intersecting large-scale mural surfaces, intended to be given over to artists on a rotating basis. The first mural sits on the building facade and frames the four artists' studios. The second mural sits at the end of the internal courtyard and is framed by the curving cor-ten steel walls. The view to this mural will unfold as visitors enter and move through the site.

Birdseye View Approach Central Passage Section Plan View of Sculpture Court View of Studio View of Garden View of Gallery Gallery Studio

Ponte Academia, Venice Italy

The competition brief for Venice's Ponte Academia bridge asked for a new structure to replace a temporary wooden bridge and house gallery spaces to host exhibits on the history of Venice. The design references the construction system of historic venetian stone tracery. We took this module system as a launching point, but translated it into a 3-D occupied structure spanning the canal and containing the gallery spaces. 7 standard modules are derived out of two basic types. Modules are built from variant molds, which have parts that can be switched out to allow the basic unit to fit into different connection conditions. The horizontal modules have flat and sloped variations, allowing for vertical movement. The form of the modules is designed to create horizontal surfaces for seating at the bridge and display elements within the gallery. The final effect is a geometrical tracery of open structure that floats above and is reflected by the canal.

View Modules View Passage Bridge Gallery Plan
Parametric Tower
268 St. Marks Ave.

Parametric Tower Definition 1

OPerA Studio is conducting studies in the potential applications of parametric design software. This tower form and skin was developed using the Grasshopper plug-in for Rhinoceros. The tower shape is generated from a single ellipse, which can be parametrically repeated, rotated, and scaled to achieve the final tower form. The skin is composed of a propagation of a single panel unit, its' depth scaled about an attractor point. Download PDF Tutorial

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Experience

Carroll Gardens Residence

Carroll Gardens Residence, Brooklyn, NY

  • Opera Studio
  • Gut renovation and reconstruction of front and rear facades and internal structural remediation of three story, two family townhouse. Reconfiguration of layout of two-story garden unit, including new kitchen, bathrooms, and conversion of first floor to open floor plan.
  • Construction Completed 2008
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Taichung Tower

Taichung Tower, Taiwan

  • Opera Studio
  • Competition entry for 300m observation tower and museum in Taichung City.
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268 St. Marks Avenue

268 St Marks Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

  • Opera Studio
  • Zoning and Design study for a Brooklyn developer for a 5 story multi-unit condominium building in Prospect Heights.
  • 2011
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Hotel Centro

Hotel Centro, Guadelajara

  • Opera Studio
  • Competition entry for a new hotel in the historic district.
  • 2011
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Opera House

Opera House

  • Opera Studio
  • In design phase, new single family home constructed with tilt-up prefabricated construction elements. Energy efficient design features are integral to the building's construction elements and configuration.
  • 2010-2011
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33 Vestry Street

33 Vestry Street Condominium, New York, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • New, 33,000 SF, 9 story high end luxury condominium in Tribeca, New York City. Units include two 3-story garden townhouses at the base, four single-story units, and a duplex penthouse with roof terrace and pool. This project received approval from the New York City Landmarks Commission as a new building in an historic district, as well as a BSA variance for construction of a residential building in the special Tribeca Mixed Use manufacturing district.
  • Construction completion 2010
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W24 Townhouse

W24 Townhouse, New York, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Two story addition to and complete interior gut renovation of landmarked 1860s townhouse in Chelsea, New York City. New mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and structural remediation. Approval from the Landmarks Commission for new rear facade.
  • Construction completion 2010
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Ports Shanghai

Ports 1961 Shanghai Flagship Store

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Shanghai flagship store for Ports 1961 in the Bund district. Featuring CNC milled integrated display armature.
  • Construction completed 2011
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Ports London

Ports 1961 London Shop

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • First London shop for high-end fashion retailer Ports 1961. Located within the Harvey Nichols department store.
  • Construction completed 2010
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SoHo Zoning Study

Soho Zoning Study, New York, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Zoning and feasibility study for client for three story addition to existing two story building in SoHo, New York City.
  • 2010
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Little Red House

Little Red House, New York, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Located in Little Italy, New York. Six story warehouse converted to 5 stories of residential condominiums with ground floor retail and new storefront. The project received a Special Permit from the City Planning Commission for conversion of existing commercial building to residential use in the Little Italy special district. Work included a new building core constructed within the existing masonry envelope. The building contains complete new mechanical systems, and is registered for LEED Gold certification.
  • Construction completion 2010
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150 wooster street

150 Wooster Street, New York, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Invited proposal for a new, 46,000 SF condominium buidling with ground floor retail in SoHo, New York City.
  • 2010
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Brooklyn Navy Yard

Brooklyn Navy Yard Industrial Building, Brooklyn, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Design proposal for new speculative light industrial building consting of two 10,000 SF ground floor units and 10 1,500 SF upper floor units.
  • 2009
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Abu Dhabi Development

Abu Dhabi Towers, UAE

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Invited competition for two 50 story towers in Abu Dhabi. Planning for 2,500,000 SF of program space including hotel, residential hotel, speculative office space, and shopping promenades.
  • 2009
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Duane Street Spa

Duane Street Spa, Tribeca, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Design of New, 2 1/2 story 9700 square foot spa in Tribeca, NY.
  • Under Construction
American Loft Building

American Loft Building, Philadelphia, PA

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • New, 14 story residential building in Philadelphia's Northern Liberties neihborhood. Project included zoning approval by the Philadelphia City Planning Department. The building features a pre-fabricated panelized facade system
  • Construction completed 2009
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Midtown Zoning Study

Midtown Zoning Study, New York, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Zoning analysis, massing, feasibility and design study for a mid-block site in mid-town Manhattan.
  • 2008
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140 Sixth Avenue

140 Sixth Avenue Hotel, New York, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Zoning, feasibility, and design study for developer of a new, 18 story boutique hotel in West SoHo, New York City.
  • Date
Homeport

Homeport Waterfront Development, Staten Island, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Winning competition entry for 120 unit waterfront development slated for LEED silver certification.
  • 2008
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Brussels Mall

Brussels Mall, Brussels, Belgium

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Design for 10,000 square meter retail and cultural complex in the Haute de la Ville, Brussels, Belgium. Project included reconfiguration and integration of existing infrastructure including links to the Metro and sinking of arterial road.
  • 2008
Drents Museum

Drents Museum, Netherlands

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Invited competition for addition to existing museum.
  • 2007
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80 South Street

80 South Street, New York, NY

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Submission for an invited competition among 5 firms for a new, 65 story mixed use tower adjacent to South Street Seaport. Proposal included zoning study and feasibility study. The program included a commercial base with residential units above.
  • 2007
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Q Tower

Q-Tower, Philadelphia, PA

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • New, 15 story residential tower with commercial base. Included parametric panelized facade system and geothermal heating and cooling system. Zoning study and approval by the Philadelphia City Planning department. Design through construction documents.
  • 2006-2007
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Houthaven Pier

Houthaven Pier, Amsterdam

  • Archi-Tectonics
  • Invited competition proposal for a mixed use commercial and residential development.
  • 2006
Ponte Academia

Ponte Academia Competition, Venice

  • Opera Studio
  • Competition entry for the rebuiding of the Ponte Academia in Venice, Italy.
  • 2006
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Watermill Center

Watermill Performing Arts Center, Watermill, NY

  • Michielli and Wyetzner Architects
  • Reconstruction of performing arts center, including redesign and recladding of exterior envelope.
  • Construction completed in 2006.
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Watermill House

Watermill House Addition, Watermill, NY

  • Michielli and Wyetzner Architects
  • Addition to private house, including new porch and garage.
  • Construction completed in 2008.
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West Virginia University

West Virginia University Health Sciences Library, Morgantown, West Virginia

  • David Brody Bond Architects
  • Project architect and designer for new 40,000 square foot facility, including an expansion and renovation and reconfiguration of the existing library, a new central commons space for the school, additional classrooms, and three new lecture halls.
  • Construction completed in 2006.
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Whitney Museum Expansion

Whitney Museum of American Art Expansion, New York, NY

  • Office for Metropolitan Architecture
  • Team member for a design and feasibility study for doubling the existing space and support space of the museum. Included work with zoning consultants and preparation for review by the New York City Landmarks Commission.
  • 2002
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Harvard Club of New York

Harvard Club of New York Expansion

  • Davis Brody Bond Architects
  • Project Architect for interior portion of new 8 story building for the Harvard Club. Designed, detailed, and oversaw construction of mixed use functions including fitness club, offices, hotel rooms, banquet halls, a media center, new lobby, and new commercial kitchen.
  • Construction competed in 2003.
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Harlem Children's Zone

Harlem Children's Zone, New York, NY

  • Davis Brody Bond Architects
  • Project Architect from programming through schematic design phases for new mixed use building at 125th street in Manhattan. Funtions include a charter school, community center, offices for the Harlem Children's Zone, and a publicly accessible library, gymnasium, and cafeteria.
  • Construction completed in 2005.
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Dillard University

Dillard University Academic Building, New York, NY

  • Davis Brody Bond Architects
  • Project team member for design of new academic building
  • Construction completed in 2004.
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Palos Verde Arts Center

Palos Verde Arts Center

  • Opera Studio
  • Entry for design of new community arts and exhibition center, Palos Verde, California.
  • 2000
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TKTS2K

TKTS2K Competition

  • Opera Studio
  • Entry for design of new discount ticket booth in Times Square.
  • 1999
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Lo Spazio

Lo Spazio

  • Opera Studio
  • Build-out of 2000 square foot Manhattan loft ñ conversion to 3-bedroom apartment.
  • 1998
East River Park

East River Park Competition

  • Opera Studio
  • Entry to the Van Alen Institute's ideas competition for rejuvenating New York City's East River.
  • 1998
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Roma Interrota

Roma Interotta

  • Opera Studio
  • Design and exhibition, between 12 participants, for a reimagining of the Nolli Map of Rome.
  • 1998
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Wadsworth Atheneum

Wadsworth Atheneum Expansion Study, Hartford, Connecticut

  • Fox and Fowle Architects.
  • Feasibility, programming, and design study for expanding and connecting the three existing buildings at the Wadsworth Atheneum.
  • 1999
92nd Street Y

Peekskill Artist Housing

  • Fox and Fowle Architects.
  • Design of 27 units of artist housing in downtown peekskill, NY
  • 1999
Black Rock Forest

Black Rock Forest Center, Cornwall, NY

  • Fox and Fowle Architects.
  • Project Architect for a new research and educational building for the Black Rock Forest Consortium in Cornwall, NY. Includes new classrooms, laboratories, visitor center, and caretaker's apartment.
  • Built prior to the implementation of LEED standards, the project underwent energy analysis and implemented many of the LEED guidelines.
  • Construction completed 1999.
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92nd Street Y

92nd Street YM/YWHA, New York, NY

  • Fox and Fowle Architects.
  • Design and construction documents for a new classroom building for the 92nd Street Y.
  • 1999
99 Jane Street

99 Jane Street Condominium, New York, NY

  • Fox and Fowle Architects.
  • 94 unit residential building and public garden.
  • Construction completed 1998.
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