ZONING AND FEASIBILITY
BASIC ZONING STUDY
› Analysis of a single lot: allowable floor area, height limitations, permitted uses, applicable bonuses, potential limitations.
› Maps, zoning data reports, quick turnaround.
COMPLETE FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS
› Extensive analysis of lot or multiple lots.
› Schematic diagrams of height and setback, area uses and floor area distribution.
› Yard requirements, parking, construction considerations.
› Landmark status, environmental restrictions, Transit Authority proximity limitations.
SITE EVALUATION
› On-site visual evaluation of existing site conditions, utilities, and structures.
› Condition of existing building: potential for repair, renovation, or enlargement.
› Identification of possible structural, plumbing, drainage, and code or safety issues.
› Detailed written report with photographs.
DESIGN
NEW CONSTRUCTION
› Residential, commercial, community facility, mixed use.
› Focus on: sustainability, use of natural light, optimizing all available floor area, making the best use of spaces.
› Styles ranging from modern and contemporary to historic and traditional.
RENOVATION
› Complete gut, or update fixtures, finishes, and layout.
› Change of use, add a dwelling unit, combine dwelling units.
› Open up a layout, or rearrange it to create spaces that are more functional.
› Designs that are practical for your style and budget.
DESIGN CHALLENGES
› Small or odd shaped lots, sloping lots, providing accessibility.
› Creating attractive outdoor spaces.
› Preserving historic elements while keeping a modern feel.
› Working with BSA to apply for zoning variances.
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
ARCHITECTURAL
› Floor plans, elevations, sections, details.
› Kitchen and bathroom layouts.
› Reflected ceiling plans and lighting layouts.
› Interiors: elevations, casework, finish plans.
ENGINEERING
› Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical.
› Sprinkler, Standpipe, Fire Alarm.
› Structural, Foundation, Support of Excavation.
› Water and sewer: Site Connection, Back-flow Prevention, Cross Connection.
› BPP and curb cut filings.
SHOP DRAWINGS AND SPECIALTY
› Millwork.
› Stairs, balconies, and railings.
› Storefronts, exterior lighting, and signage.
› Historic restoration.
› 3D Renderings.
EXPEDITING
FILING WITH NYC DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS
› New Building.
› Alteration.
› Legalization.
› Certificate of Occupancy.
› DOBNOW and BIS (Building Information System).
› DOB and ECB Violations, Stop Work Order.
› Construction fence.
FILING WITH OTHER AGENCIES
› Landmarks Preservation Commission.
› Street Tree filing with NYC Parks Department.
› OER, DEP, FDNY, Loft Board.
› Condominium plans, subdivisions, and reapportionments.
› State, city, and local municipalities outside of NYC.
EXISTING CONDITIONS DOCUMENTATION
SCANNING
› Laser scans of building exteriors or interiors.
› Quick, accurate, and comprehensive data collection of As Built conditions.
› Combined with field measurements for full documentation of buildings, structures, and multi-building complexes.
DELIVERABLE
› As Built conditions in CAD or Revit.
› Schematic or highly specific, level of detail customized to project requirements.
› Low LOD for area plans, bulk, and massing.
› High LOD for historic structures, facades, millwork, interiors.
BENEFITS OF EC DOCUMENTATION
› Facility management, real estate documentation, or as a starting point for a renovation project.
› Identify rooms and areas, changes in floor level, ceiling heights, finish materials, plumbing fixtures, electrical or mechanical installations.
› Scanning during construction can ensure that a project stays on track.
LANDMARKS CONSULTING
RESEARCH
› Historic photos, record drawings, and municipal archives.
› Removal of façades and facings to expose historic fabric underneath.
› Analysis of paint chips to determine original color or finish.
› Similar buildings in the neighborhood can provide additional insight on materials and features from the style or time period.
DESIGN
› Plan your project with a view to appropriateness.
› Historic windows and doors, storefront styles, stoops, porches, awnings, railings, stonework.
› New exterior elements: light fixtures, security cameras, signage.
› Repair or reconstruction of historic materials. Selection of colors and finishes.
PERMITS
› Permit for Minor Work, Certificate of No Effect, Certificate of Appropriateness.
› Master Plans, representation at Public Hearings and Community Boards.
› Coordinating Landmarks approval with DOB permit process.
REVIT CONSULTING
TRAINING
› Beginner, intermediate, and advanced level training available, for individuals or groups.
› Getting new hires up to speed, giving refresher courses, or teaching specific commands and techniques.
› Course material can be customized for the needs of an individual or firm.
› Sessions can be in person or remote.
COORDINATION
› Transition your entire team from CAD to Revit. Training and IT support available.
› Learn Collaboration features for work-sharing within the office or with consulting partners.
› CAD to Revit conversion of existing title blocks, detail libraries, or entire projects.
CUSTOMIZATION
› Custom templates and families to streamline workflow.
› Make the best use of views, schedules, tags, and shared parameters.
› Use Revit to its full potential. Intelligent, dynamic Revit files cut down on drafting time, make problem solving easier, and reduce human error.
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