Complex Construction Specialists
To outsiders, the New York City skyline appears to be changing overnight. But each new skyscraper and every multi-block development represent years of intricate coordination with the help of an expeditor in NYC. As specialists in complex construction projects, Metropolis Group, Inc. helps keep new construction and alterations on track and on budget. Our seasoned, stable team delivers consistent service for the duration of the project—and beyond.
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American Copper Buildings
New York, NY
Overview These copper-clad residential towers rise 47 and 40 stories above the East River. A glass skybridge connects the asymmetrical buildings, housing amenities that include a 75-foot lap pool, a bar and lounge, and a fitness center. Challenges Located on the waterfront, the development was one of the first... View more
860 Washington Street
New York, NY
Overview This new 10-story development in the Meatpacking District offers eight floors of private office space above a two-story retail base. Positioned at the start of the High Line, the property was designed by award-winning designer and glass sculptor James Carpenter. Challenges Located only three feet from the High... View more
613 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY
Overview This new 11-story structure in Park Slope houses 43 luxury condominiums. The building features a brick façade with distinctive windows, landscaped gardens, and a roof terrace. Challenge The proposed rooftop terrace, an important amenity for these luxury residences, created code challenges due to the maximum occupancy. Frequent inspections... View more
565 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY
Overview The flagship store of athletics giant Adidas introduces a stadium retail concept, with stands to resemble live-game viewing, locker rooms in place of dressing rooms, and a track-and-turf section where customers can wear-test products. Challenges The Adidas concept store spanned more than 45,000 square feet on four floors.... View more
111 West 57th Street
New York, NY
Overview This supertall residential tower will rise from the landmarked Steinway Hall to 1,428 feet. When completed in 2018, Steinway Tower will reign as both one of the tallest buildings in the Western Hemisphere and the world’s slenderest tower. Challenges Merging the exterior of 16-story Steinway Hall with a... View more
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New York Launches Energy Code Performance Pilot Study
By John Lashley The New York City Department of Buildings’ newly formed Office of Sustainability has launched a Performance Pilot Study. Conducted in partnership with Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), the performance-based study responds to diminishing returns from the energy code’s prescriptive requirements. To help New York City achieve its... View more
Two New Landmarks Celebrate the Diversity of New York City
By Penny Laughlin In June 2021, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) designated two new landmarks that specifically recognize Native American and Chinese American history: the Aakawaxung Munahanung (Island Protected from the Wind) Archaeological Site on Staten Island and the Kimlau War Memorial at Kimlau Square in... View more
Meet Metropolis . . . Casaundra Cates, Healthcare Hero
This article continues our series on the men and women who make magic happen here at Metropolis Group. If you would like to recommend someone for a future employee spotlight, please email us with your nomination and let us know why you love working with this team member. Casaundra Cates Proposal... View more
Rooftop Amenities Increase Value—and Compliance Requirements
By Frank Fortino Designing rooftop amenities and terraces in a way that allows the building to use the spaces either as amenity spaces or for personal use has become the trend now that commercial buildings have resumed leasing office spaces. All these amenity spaces look beautiful and create a... View more
Support the Metropolis Team in the Tunnel to Towers 5K
By Gregory Fortino The 20th anniversary of September 11, 2001, is fast approaching in a few weeks’ time. The memory of this tragic day still lives on in this city, most keenly with the families of those who served on the front lines and possibly gave their lives for... View more
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