Expertise
Our Approach
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Single Point of Contact
By handling everything seamlessly under one roof, EDG creates meaningful efficiencies in project management, coordination, and execution. This streamlined approach leads to cost savings, quicker delivery times, and a more cohesive project outcome, as clients work with a single point of contact throughout the entire process.
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Multidisciplinary
EDG's multidisciplinary Design + Restore approach seamlessly combines innovative architectural design, engineering expertise, and historic preservation. This philosophy fosters unexpected architectural and engineering synergies, enabling us to handle new buildings, renovations, and restorations with precision, delivering cohesive, thoughtful projects that honor the past while addressing modern needs.
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Expertise + Diversity
EDG's team combines extensive experience with a diverse group of certified professionals, ensuring each project benefits from varied perspectives and specialized knowledge. This diversity strengthens our creativity and problem-solving, fostering curiosity, engagement, and inclusive designs that respect all. At EDG, we believe diversity and experience makes us a stronger, more innovative company.
Expertise
As the architect and engineer for hundreds of projects, our expertise ensures seamless coordination, timely delivery, and cost-effective results from concept to completion.
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Our structural engineering team supports adaptive reuse projects by preserving and enhancing existing structures, breathing new life into valuable assets. We optimize structural performance, extend the lifespan of buildings, and adapt spaces to meet modern demands. EDG’s adaptive reuse expertise makes it possible to reimagine and repurpose while respecting architectural heritage.
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EDG reinvigorates buildings through façade reskinning, offering aesthetic enhancements and energy-efficient upgrades to meet modern performance standards. Our reskinning services enhance building appeal and functionality, with a focus on sustainability and cost-effectiveness. We bring new character and improved performance to existing structures, aligning them with contemporary design standards.
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Our façade restoration services honor the architectural character of historic and modern buildings, carefully preserving original details while enhancing functionality and safety. EDG’s team brings meticulous attention to quality and authenticity, restoring building exteriors for longevity and compliance. We address the nuances of each project to achieve durable, meaningful preservation. For more information, please download our informational brochure.
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EDG’s landmark restoration expertise ensures that historic buildings retain their cultural significance and structural integrity. We combine respect for historical elements with modern engineering practices to deliver sensitive, high-quality restoration work. Our team is dedicated to preserving the architectural heritage of each landmark while securing its future. For more information, please download our informational brochure.
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EDG provides comprehensive inspection and repair services to comply with Local Law 11/FISP, prioritizing public safety and building integrity. Our team is well-versed in the nuances of façade maintenance and preservation, ensuring that each building meets regulatory requirements. We deliver thorough, dependable service to safeguard New York City’s skyline. For more information, please download our informational brochure.
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With expertise in parking structure restoration, EDG addresses durability, safety, and compliance requirements for parking facilities under Local Law 126. Our solutions extend the lifespan of these structures, enhancing functionality and meeting regulatory standards. We provide intelligent solutions that balance safety with cost-efficiency. For more information, please download our Local Law 126 informational brochure.
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EDG restores plazas and landscapes, creating functional, visually appealing spaces that serve as vibrant gathering places. Our team revitalizes these spaces through thoughtful landscaping, hardscaping, and accessibility improvements. We craft inviting, sustainable environments that contribute to the well-being of users and the surrounding community.
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We offer expert roof replacement and repair services that protect buildings while enhancing energy efficiency and durability. EDG’s team designs roofs that complement the building’s architecture, ensuring that they are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Our focus is on providing high-performance solutions that safeguard your building’s future.
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Technology we use
We are a technology-driven company that understands the value of investing in cutting-edge innovations.
Our continued investment in technology, including 3D printing, digital twins, AR, AI, and drones, allows us to spend significantly less time on repetitive work, reducing costs while greatly increasing the time we spend on high-value design. By leveraging these advancements, we deliver high-quality, cost-efficient solutions with faster turnaround times than the industry standard.
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Our team employs advanced drafting software, including Revit and BIM, which enables precise modeling, real-time collaboration, and efficient design management. This software ensures all project stakeholders remain aligned, enhances quality control, and supports design flexibility. Utilizing the latest in drafting technology, we deliver seamless, coordinated, and visually accurate designs.
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At EDG, we leverage parametric software to push the boundaries of creativity and efficiency. This cutting-edge technology enables us to create dynamic, adaptable designs and solve complex challenges through iterative processes. By integrating parameters into our workflows, we deliver more robust and innovative solutions faster, offering clients greater flexibility and precision. Whether optimizing structural elements or exploring architectural forms, parametric design enhances our ability to meet project goals while maintaining efficiency and excellence.
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With an in-house 3D printing lab, Synthesis, we produce custom models and prototypes that allow for rapid design iteration and accurate visualization. This resource provides us with a unique ability to explore complex geometries and develop tailored solutions efficiently, translating digital concepts into tangible models. Our 3D printing capabilities support cost-effective project planning, giving clients a preview of the final result with remarkable detail and speed.
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AI technology supports our commitment to efficiency, powering data-driven insights and predictive modeling for complex design and engineering challenges. By automating and optimizing various processes, AI helps us achieve high-quality outcomes faster, reducing project costs and enhancing performance. From zoning analysis to structural assessments, AI ensures that we stay ahead in delivering intelligent design solutions.
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Leveraging advanced 3D scanning, Digital Twin technology, and LIDAR, we have been capturing comprehensive, error-free models of existing structures since 2018, positioning ourselves at the forefront of this technology. These highly accurate scans serve as a precise foundation for all stages of design and renovation, enabling virtual assessments and reducing on-site time. By adopting these tools early, we’ve consistently delivered enhanced planning accuracy and efficiency, ensuring our clients benefit from cutting-edge solutions in every project.
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Our drone technology, which we’ve been utilizing since 2020, captures detailed imagery and measurements of building exteriors, regardless of height or complexity, enhancing accuracy and efficiency. As early adopters and pioneers in drone applications for architecture and engineering, we’ve consistently stayed ahead of industry trends. By leveraging this cutting-edge tool, we minimize the need for extensive on-site work and inspections, speeding up project timelines and reducing overall costs. This approach ensures precise data collection, supporting informed design and restoration decisions with unparalleled efficiency.
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At EDG, we use Mosaic Project + Resource Management software to amplify the value we deliver to our clients. Mosaic strengthens our project planning, resource management, and real-time collaboration, allowing us to move projects forward with even greater precision and speed. The result is seamless coordination and real-time transparency, allowing us to deliver high-quality results quickly and cost-effectively.
Certifications we carry
We are committed to professional excellence through employee certification.
At EDG, our commitment to excellence is reflected in the diverse range of certifications held by our team. These credentials not only demonstrate our technical expertise but also ensure that we remain at the forefront of the architecture and engineering industries. Our culture emphasizes continuous learning and development, empowering our professionals to achieve certifications that enhance their skills and our service offerings.
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With one in five team members licensed as Professional Engineers, EDG boasts a robust foundation of technical expertise. We encourage and support our staff in obtaining their PE licenses, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to solving complex engineering challenges.
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EDG’s team of Qualified Exterior Wall Inspectors plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with Local Law 11 and maintaining the safety of New York City’s building facades. With extensive training and hundreds of successful DOB filings, our QEWIs bring unparalleled expertise. We actively support and develop our QEWIs, equipping them with the knowledge and experience necessary to deliver the highest standards of inspection and safety.
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EDG accounts for an impressive 5% of all QPSIs in New York City, demonstrating our leadership in ensuring parking structures comply with Local Law 126. By fostering an environment where expertise is paramount, we’ve positioned ourselves as a trusted partner for building owners navigating these requirements.
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Our SPRAT-certified professionals use advanced rope access techniques to conduct precise facade inspections and restoration work in even the most challenging environments. With multiple SPRAT-certified team members, we have the flexibility to deploy this highly specialized method where traditional approaches may fall short, ensuring safety and efficiency at every step.
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Nearly 20% of our staff are licensed Registered Architects, a testament to our commitment to architectural expertise. EDG fosters a collaborative environment that enables our RAs to refine their skills and lead projects that balance form, function, and technical precision.
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Our FAA-licensed drone pilots use cutting-edge technology to conduct inspections with unparalleled efficiency and accuracy. This capability enhances our ability to inspect facades, rooftops, and hard-to-reach areas while minimizing disruption. EDG continues to invest in drone technologies and training, positioning us at the forefront of this transformative inspection method.
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Sustainability is at the core of our design philosophy. Our LEED-accredited team members (Green Associates and Accredited Professionals) bring expertise in green building practices to every project. EDG actively encourages staff to pursue LEED credentials, ensuring we stay ahead in integrating environmentally conscious solutions.
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Our Certified Passive House Designers lead the way in delivering energy-efficient and sustainable designs. We support our CPHD professionals with ongoing training and opportunities to work on innovative projects that advance energy performance standards.
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Our Certified Welding Inspectors (CWI) provide expert oversight for structural steelwork, ensuring all welding adheres to the highest standards of quality and safety. EDG invests in the ongoing development of our CWIs to maintain excellence in this critical area of construction.
Featured Work
90 West Street
Recognition
EDG is proud of our portfolio of work that touches on prominent addresses and historic landmarks across New York City and beyond.
From Pier 40 to the Seagram Building, we’re grateful to have had a hand in steering the character of some of the city’s most storied streets. We’re delighted each time we add our voice to the ongoing design conversation that shapes New York City, and we feel honored when those efforts are recognized.