Tag Archive for: #TerraCottaNYC

One Vanderbilt, NYC Architecture, Supertall Skyscraper, Architectural Terra Cotta, NYC skyline

One Vanderbilt & the Use of Architectural Ceramics in “Supertall” Skyscrapers

Boston Valley was proud to be the architectural terra cotta manufacturer for One Vanderbilt, a 58-story commercial skyscraper, noted for being the first introduction to using architectural ceramics in a “supertall” building type. 

Restoring a Crumbing Historical Facade in Greenwich Village

Curbed recently profiled a project in Greenwich Village, highlighting the successful preservation of a prewar Manhattan co-op. Boston Valley Terra Cotta was pleased to be a part of the restoration project, fabricating replacement masonry units for the landmarked building. 

10,000-year-old building material is making a comeback in NYC high-rises

Terra cotta, traditionally used in early 20th-century urban architecture, is experiencing a revival as it adapts to modern aesthetics with sleek and streamlined designs.
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Boston Valley Terra Cotta Project Awarded at the 34th Annual Lucy G. Moses Preservation Awards

Boston Valley Terra Cotta is honored to be a part of the historic façade restoration at Masonic Hall NYC. This project was selected to receive a Preservation Project Award at the 34th Annual Lucy G. Moses Preservation Awards, the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s prestigious recognition for outstanding and technically excellent preservation efforts.
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Terra Cotta Shines in Manhattan’s West Village Residence

Recent updates show sidewalk scaffolding removed, revealing finishing touches still in progress. Work is anticipated to be completed by mid-year.
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145 Perry Street Townhouse Showcases Red Terra Cotta Envelope

Construction is nearing completion on 145 Perry Street, a four-story private residence situated in Manhattan's West Village. The townhouse façades feature intricately woven red terra cotta bricks and TerraClad® panels.

Efficient In-Kind Replacement of Terra Cotta for Quality Restoration

New York City's Façade Inspection Safety Program (FISP) requires periodic inspection of a building's exterior façade. The NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission often insists that only terra cotta can replace itself due to its unique natural qualities, and advises against using alternative materials for in-kind replacement.

Bloomberg CityLab shines a spotlight on the Fitzroy’s Art Deco terra cotta façade

“Look at That Building” is a weekly series by Bloomberg CityLab that explores everyday – and not-so-everyday – architecture in New York City. Their latest story featured the Fitzroy on 514 West 24th street, an Art Deco revival condo with an elaborate façade of green-glazed terra cotta.

Archinect features NYC’s One Madison and 1 Great Jones Alley by BKSK

Boston Valley has worked with BKSK before to rationalize and fabricate their distinctive façade designs, two of which appear in the article.
A closeup of the red terra cotta facade on the FDNY training facility in NYC, designed by Studio Gang

Dezeen Magazine Spotlight on the TerraClad® Panels of FDNY Rescue Company 2

The article discusses lead architect Studio Gang’s design intent for the function of the building, which is used by the firefighter team as a simulation and training facility for extreme rescue situations.
32 colossal columns at the 29th floor of the Helmsley Building were repaired to address cracking and structural corrosion

Boston Valley Terra Cotta Project Awarded at the 32nd Annual Lucy Moses Awards

Each year the Conservancy honors a number of building owners, developers, preservation architects, general contractors, façade engineers, installation specialists, and manufacturers related to the trade for outstanding work in preservation within NYC. Several Boston Valley Terra Cotta projects have been the recipient of such honors in the past.

An in-depth look at how Boston Valley created the terra cotta for One Vanderbilt’s facade

The recently completed One Vanderbilt building has joined the distinguished silhouette of New York City’s skyline. The building was designed by KPF and the structure features a stunning terra cotta façade.
KPF's One Vanderbilt in New York City features white terra cotta spandrels by Boston Valley Terra Cotta along with orange soffits

Interview: KPF’s James von Klemperer on the design of New York’s ‘One Vanderbilt’

In a recent article published by designboom, KPF's James von Klemperer discusses the design and construction of One Vanderbilt in New York City. The famous supertall skyscraper located in Midtown Manhattan reaches a total height of 1400 feet, with 67 stories.
FDNY Fire Rescue 2 - Studio Gang, Jeanne Gang, Architectural Digest

Studio Gang’s FDNY Fire Rescue 2 featured in Architectural Digest

Architectural Digest recently published an article highlighting Studio Gang's FDNY Fire Rescue 2 in Brooklyn, NY and the work of founding principal and partner of the studio, Jeanne Gang.
The Dime Building white terra cotta facade, fogarty finger architects designed, Boston Valley Terra Cotta Produced

White Terracotta Facade Nearly Complete on The Dime as Highlighted in New York YIMBY

The mixed-use building designed by Fogarty Finger will have a total 350,000 square feet divided between ground floor retail, commercial office, and residential spaces with various amenities.