This property is an iconic building and national monument in the Greenwich Village Historic District in Manhattan. A complete survey of the façade was performed to evaluate the existing conditions, and detailed repair plans were prepared to perform necessary maintenance work to the building exterior. Great care was taken during the specification of repair materials/methods due to the building’s historical prominence and the necessity for maintaining the façade’s historic properties. The repair work was filed with the D.O.B. and the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission.
Renovating a historic building is very challenging, given the difficulties of replicating past repair techniques and materials via today’s modern construction standards. Preserving a piece of American history is a great responsibility. To achieve optimal results without altering the historic integrity, EDG coordinated each phase of work while maintaining close communication with team members, contractors, and ownership. Construction methods and specified materials have been studied and tested per New York City’s Landmarks Preservation Commission requirements to ensure the final product is most successful.