
John Ciardullo, John
Ciardullo P.C.
What was your most notable project, deal, transaction or professional achievement in 2015?
Our most interesting design project this year was the new Beacon High School in Manhattan’s Theater District. The 235,000 s/f school for the arts and technology is housed in a converted and expanded 1920s factory structure. The unusual, oversized industrial building allowed us to create expansive social and common spaces, typical for college facilities, and large performance venues, such as the 5,376 s/f auditorium and a black box theater. A challenging project, located on a busy Midtown West street, it has resulted in one of the most beautiful and original public school buildings in New York City.