Halcyon Management leases 50% of 554-unit residence 60 Wharf Dr.

Brooklyn, NY The leasing team at 60 Wharf Dr., the 40-story glass-clad tower on the Greenpoint waterfront, has leased 50% of the 554 residences . The leasing program, which initially focused on the first 21 floors, has been extended to the upper portion of the building, from the 22^nd to 40^th floors.

United Group elevates Smetana to chief developing officer

Troy, NY Jeff Smetana of The United Group of Companies, Inc. has been promoted to chief development officer. In this role, Smetana will continue to oversee operations within the development department as well as collaborate with the department on future growth opportunities including additional developments

Two Trees Management launches sales at One Domino Square

Brooklyn, NY Two Trees Management, a Brooklyn-based, family-owned real estate development firm, has launched sales at One Domino Square, the third ground-up residential skyscraper at the Domino Sugar Factory site along the Williamsburg waterfront. Located at 8 South 4^th St., the 39-story mixed-use condominium

Multifamily New Construction: Is air-source the solution to electrification of apartments? VRF vs. PTHP - by Jamie Fales

When choosing between Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) technology and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHPs) for new construction buildings, it’s important to be aware of the key differences in installation and maintenance. Exploring factors like equipment setup, testing, air sealing, and efficiency helps building managers

Broadview at Purchase College opens university retirement community

Purchase, NY Broadview at Purchase College, a university retirement community on the campus of the State University of New York in Westchester, held its official grand opening bringing together a host of dignitaries to celebrate a concept that champions intergenerational connections and lifelong learning.

Gowanus Green Partners releases plans for 955-unit sustainable development

Brooklyn, NY Gowanus Green Partners, a joint venture between The Bluestone Organization, Fifth Avenue Committee, The Hudson Companies, Jonathan Rose Companies, and Mega Group Development, released new renderings for Gowanus Green, a sustainable, mixed-use community along the Gowanus Canal

Registration for the PWC 2024 annual golf outing is in full swing

Hastings-on-Hudson, NY PWC’s annual golf outing is set for Monday, July 15, 2024, at St. Andrews Golf Club. PWC New York is the founding chapter of Professional Women in Construction (PWC), a national nonprofit organization founded in 1980 to support, advance, and connect women and promote diversity

IREM NYC hosts members only Founders Room June 12th

Huntington, NY IREM NYC is hosting an event at the exclusive, members only Founder’s Room on Wednesday, June 12^th from 6:00-9:00 p.m. For those who don’t know, the Founder’s Room offers the private experience of a hidden members-only club reminiscent of a 1920’s speakeasy.

BOMA NY presents 2024 Energy Action Day panel event

Manhattan, NY Across the nation, climate laws are being written to place accountability on building owners. Experts say progress depends on a tenant-owner team approach. Following a rousing keynote address by Tony Malkin, chair and CEO of Empire State Realty Trust at BOMA New York’s 2024 Energy Action Day event, an executive panel of experts explored the CRE community’s progress toward carbon neutrality;

Understanding N.J.’s condo inspection law: The imperative for property managers to engage with professional engineers - by Joe DiPompeo

In recent months, New Jersey has witnessed a significant legislative development in the realm of condominium ownership—the passage of a statewide condo inspection law S2760/A4384. This law mandates capital reserve studies and comprehensive inspections of condominiums to ensure structural integrity and safety.