Vista Skywall Systems furnish and install window façade at The Motto

Bronx, NY Vista Skywall Systems completed a major new luxury high-rise residential façade project. Vista supplied and installed an advanced window wall system and other fenestration products for the new 24-story Motto Apartments. Located at 2455 Third Ave.  near the Harlem River, across from Manhattan, The Motto is situated in the Mott Haven neighborhood.

Executive of the Month: Sustainability meets innovation: How PoE is driving the future of smart building automation - by Akram Khalis

Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology combines the delivery of electrical power and data communication through a single Ethernet cable, such as CAT5e or CAT6. This integration is highly efficient for building automation and networking, simplifying infrastructure by eliminating the need for multiple wires and power sources.

Greenbrook Partners restores 377 13th St. with 179 building violations

Brooklyn, NY Greenbrook Partners, a vertically integrated real estate investment manager headquartered in New York City, has completed the residential project located at 377 13^th St. in Park Slope, and with it, the removal of 179 building violations.

Vornado Realty celebrates opening of Plaza33 with NYC Department of Transit

Manhattan, NY Vornado Realty Trust celebrated the complete  transformation of a portion of West 33^rd St. into the new Plaza33, a permanent pedestrian plaza in the Penn district with a ribbon-cutting ceremony June 24. Developed through a public-private partnership with the NYC Department of Transportation, the 1/3-acre promenade

Avdoo & Partners secures approval for 60,000 s/f luxury residential development

Brooklyn, NY Avdoo & Partners Development’s plans for its luxury residential development at 110 Boerum Pl. have been approved by New York City’s Department of Buildings. Located in Cobble Hill, the six-story building will begin construction in early fall and offer a collection of condominium-homes designed by Brooklyn-based firm Brent Buck Architects.

Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative provides $5m for NYSERDA’s energy demonstration projects

New York, NY According to the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), $5 million is now available for demonstration projects that co-locate solar siting and agricultural operations in New York State. Through the Environmental Research Program, this funding will support researchers, solar developers, farmers, non-profit organizations, and local governments

Hochul declares $21.5m available to lower emissions and sequester carbon

New York, NY According to governor Kathy Hochul, more than $8.5 million has been awarded for the development of innovative nature-based solutions to lower emissions and sequester carbon through round one of the Natural Carbon Solutions Innovation Challenge. In addition, more than $13 million is now available through round two of the challenge

Optimum Asset Management relaunches residence as 222 LES Tower + Lofts

Manhattan, NY Optimum Asset Management’s luxury tower and reimagined landmarked loft building is relaunching as 222 LES Tower + Lofts, with sales and marketing now led by Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group. With a 6,700 s/f private park and suite of newly furnished amenities by Paris Forino, 222 LES Tower + Lofts offers tranquility and charm

PWC’s Transportation Forum provides insights from top industry executives

Manhattan, NY PWC-NY hosted their third panel of the year at The Yale Club on June 20^th. Over 100 people attended the Transportation Forum to hear news from industry leaders at PANYNJ, Amtrak and NYC Department of Environmental Protection, and to network with like-minded peers.

IREM NYC hosts Long Island members event - June 12, 2024

Huntington, NY IREM NYC hosted an event for their Long Island members on June 12 at the exclusive Founder’s Room. This prohibition era-styled speakeasy was the perfect backdrop for a great social event. With special thanks to our event sponsors Mackoul Risk Solutions; Champion Elevator; Astor & Stone Interior Construction and York CSI.