Education

City Agencies Update Plans for The Eliza, an Affordable Housing Property and Public Library at 4790 Broadway in Inwood, Manhattan

7:00 am on June 15, 2021 By Sebastian Morris

The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, the New York City Housing Development Corporation, and The New York Public Library are working together to launch a new 100-percent affordable housing property in Inwood with a public library, a preschool, and a multitude of community facilities. Located at 4790 Broadway, the 14-story property will debut as The Eliza in honor of Eliza Hamilton, the wife of Alexander Hamilton.

Rendering of alterations at 3041 Broadway - Beyer Blinder Belle

Union Theological Seminary Reveals Campus Upgrade Plans in Morningside Heights, Manhattan

7:00 am on June 1, 2021 By Sebastian Morris

The Union Theological Seminary is working with architect Beyer Blinder Belle to complete accessibility upgrades to the historic campus in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. Scope of work in this phase of renovation focuses on entryways into the Brown Memorial Tower, a landmarked structure at the southeast corner of the campus.

Renderings of renovations at Fordham University, courtesy of HLW International

First Phase of Fordham University’s $100+ Million Renovations to Open This Fall

7:00 am on May 27, 2021 By Vanessa Londono

Fordham University is undergoing renovations at its Rose Hill campus to the tune of $100 million. With HLW International LLP leading the design, components include sustainability upgrades and new student amenities.

Exterior rendering of the new Saint Francis College Downtown Brooklyn

St. Francis College Announces New Downtown Brooklyn Campus at 181 Livingston Street

7:30 am on May 22, 2021 By Sebastian Morris

St. Francis College will soon relocate its New York campus to The Wheeler Building at 181 Livingston Street in Downtown Brooklyn. The new facility is expected to open in September 2022 and includes the introduction of new academic programs, dining area, event spaces, and collaborative areas.

View of the Holyrood Episcopal Church-Iglesia Santa Cruz - Photo courtesy of he New York Landmarks Conservancy

Landmarks Preservation Commission Designates Two New Historic Buildings in Manhattan

7:30 am on May 19, 2021 By Sebastian Morris

Two buildings in Manhattan are now official historic landmarks following designation by the Landmarks Preservation Commission. The Commissioners unanimously voted to designate The Educational Building at 70 Fifth Avenue in Greenwich Village and the Holyrood Episcopal Church-Iglesia Santa Cruz at 715 West 179th Street in Washington Heights.

Rendering of 130 St. Felix Street - FXCollaborative

Gotham Organization Files Land Use Applications for Residential Tower at 130 St. Felix Street in Downtown Brooklyn

7:30 am on May 7, 2021 By Sebastian Morris

Gotham Organization’s contentious new development at 130 St. Felix Street in Downtown Brooklyn is now under review by the Department of City Planning as part of the New York’s Uniform Land Use Review Procedure. Known simply as ULURP, the procedure is required for projects that require special review or modifications to existing zoning regulations.

Site map illustrates Development Sites 1 and 2 - THINK Architecture & Design

Renderings Reveal Low-Income Senior Housing Development and Charter School in Far Rockaway, Queens

7:30 am on March 11, 2021 By Sebastian Morris

Renderings from THINK Architecture & Design were recently presented to the Department of City Planning in lengthy proposals to rezone a busy corner of Far Rockaway, Queens. The project comprises two adjacent parcels on Beach 67th and 68th Streets between Thursby Avenue and Beach Channel Drive. “Development Site 1” sits mid-block on Beach 67th Street and comprises six neighboring lots. “Development Site 2” is a through-block lot on Beach 68th Street with additional frontage along Beach 67th Street. Zoning amendments are required to facilitate all construction.

Permits Filed for 1477 Macombs Road in Mount Eden, The Bronx

6:30 am on February 17, 2021 By Vanessa Londono

Permits have been filed for an eight-story educational building at 1477 Macombs Road in Mount Eden, The Bronx. Located between Inwood Avenue and West 172nd Street, the interior lot is near the 170th Street subway station, serviced by the 4 train. Peter Fine of Bolivar Development, under the 1475 Macombs Road LLC, is listed as the owner behind the applications.

Permits Filed for 1006 Westchester Avenue in Longwood, The Bronx

6:30 am on February 6, 2021 By Vanessa Londono

Permits have been filed for a six-story educational building at 1006 Westchester Avenue in Longwood, The Bronx. Located at the intersection of Fox Street and Westchester Avenue, the lot is also addressed 1016 Fox Street. Steps from the site is the Simpson Street subway station, serviced by the 2 and 5 trains. 1000 Westchester Avenue LLC is listed as the owner behind the applications.

Aerial view of Governor's Island with proposed developments - WXY architecture + urban design_bloomimages

Renderings Revealed for Climate Research and Educational Complex on Governors Island

6:30 am on September 24, 2020 By Sebastian Morris

The Trust for Governors Island recently unveiled plans to develop a 33-acre climate solutions education and research center near the southern tip of Governors Island. The organization worked in collaboration with WXY Architecture + Design to develop the masterplan and rezoning proposals needed to kick off the project.

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