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Happy Thanksgiving from our team @santoriello.architects

Happy Thanksgiving from our team @santoriello.architects

Those of us who are in the construction rehabilitation business have a big part in the life cycles of these buildings. We are partners in extending the life of century old infrastructures that are retrofitted under current zoning and construction code laws, implementing methodologies and strategies to reach sustainable goals.

Those of us who are in the construction rehabilitation business have a big part in the life cycles of these buildings. We are partners in extending the life of century old infrastructures that are retrofitted under current zoning and construction code laws, implementing methodologies and strategies to reach sustainable goals.

🦝 we had a visitor at the construction site 😄

🦝 we had a visitor at the construction site 😄

After our latest fire-stopping inspection, we share two examples of how TO, and how NOT to apply fire-stopping compound. 🔥 🛑

After our latest fire-stopping inspection, we share two examples of how TO, and how NOT to apply fire-stopping compound. 🔥 🛑

Ikea desk!! 🤣

Ikea desk!! 🤣

As we were walking through the job site, I saw a bunch of BX Cabes sticking out of the ceiling and couldn't help but think of #thematrixmovies and the #matrixsentinels. I bet you it is because the new Matrix movie #thematrixresurrections is coming out on the 22 of December 2021.

As we were walking through the job site, I saw a bunch of BX Cabes sticking out of the ceiling and couldn't help but think of #thematrixmovies and the #matrixsentinels. I bet you it is because the new Matrix movie #thematrixresurrections is coming out on the 22 of December 2021.

Happy Thanksgiving from our team @santoriello.architects

Happy Thanksgiving from our team @santoriello.architects

Have you ever seen a see-through steel I-beam? When we open the existing concrete fire separation at first floors in these old buildings, we can see how water can damage the metal structure and cause delimitation to the point that no material is left.

Have you ever seen a see-through steel I-beam? When we open the existing concrete fire separation at first floors in these old buildings, we can see how water can damage the metal structure and cause delimitation to the point that no material is left.

In Part II of the corner windows structure investigation, we needed to dig in more to see what was going on behind the brick. Getting up the scaffold is not for the "faint of heart," but the job had to be done!

In Part II of the corner windows structure investigation, we needed to dig in more to see what was going on behind the brick. Getting up the scaffold is not for the "faint of heart," but the job had to be done!

Picking mortar colors is not an easy task!!! 🎨 🧱

Picking mortar colors is not an easy task!!! 🎨 🧱

In the first photo, it seems as if we are pondering about a regular window AC. Don't be fooled, it's a matter of perspective. We're looking at a building built in 1938, and we're trying to figure out how the corners window sills were structurally put together, so we can know how to tackle the problem of brick cracks and movement on the existing sills. It's all about the investigation 🕵️‍♂️

In the first photo, it seems as if we are pondering about a regular window AC. Don't be fooled, it's a matter of perspective. We're looking at a building built in 1938, and we're trying to figure out how the corners window sills were structurally put together, so we can know how to tackle the problem of brick cracks and movement on the existing sills. It's all about the investigation 🕵️‍♂️

The fireproofing of the metal C-joists is almost done. The two layers of gypsum board with a resilient z-channel in between creates the required two-hour rated assembly. We have to also make sure that the tape & spackle covers all joints, penetrations, and that the Gyb. Bd. joints are staggered at installation of each layer.

The fireproofing of the metal C-joists is almost done. The two layers of gypsum board with a resilient z-channel in between creates the required two-hour rated assembly. We have to also make sure that the tape & spackle covers all joints, penetrations, and that the Gyb. Bd. joints are staggered at installation of each layer.

Cooking and heating Gas was connected last week at Longfellow Ave. 🔥 🚧

Cooking and heating Gas was connected last week at Longfellow Ave. 🔥 🚧

This @nyc_buildings_department post is pretty funny for those of us who are in the design/construction rehabilitation business in NYC 😂 Nonetheless, it is a serious situation, and we do agree with the caption - we should report to @nyc311 any unsafe building concern. ⚠️ ⛔️

This @nyc_buildings_department post is pretty funny for those of us who are in the design/construction rehabilitation business in NYC 😂 Nonetheless, it is a serious situation, and we do agree with the caption - we should report to @nyc311 any unsafe building concern. ⚠️ ⛔️

Nature 🌱 always finds a way!

Nature 🌱 always finds a way!

Laying the metal tracks for the apartment layouts is important for the the plumbing trade to correctly locate the risers and pipes through the floor. Also, we check on required clearances on kitchens, bathrooms and hallways. It’s nice to see the fixtures graffiti 🚽 🛀 🚿

Laying the metal tracks for the apartment layouts is important for the the plumbing trade to correctly locate the risers and pipes through the floor. Also, we check on required clearances on kitchens, bathrooms and hallways. It’s nice to see the fixtures graffiti 🚽 🛀 🚿

Laminated Veneer lumber (LVL) is an engineered wood product that uses multiple layers of thin wood put together with adhesives making it stronger, straighter and more uniform; hence, allowing higher stress. In this building it was used in a particular spot, where a longer span was needed.

Laminated Veneer lumber (LVL) is an engineered wood product that uses multiple layers of thin wood put together with adhesives making it stronger, straighter and more uniform; hence, allowing higher stress. In this building it was used in a particular spot, where a longer span was needed.

Architect directed the mason to remove all of the old stucco and wire lath on the rear elevation, and all of the tar on some large areas beneath the wire lath.

Architect directed the mason to remove all of the old stucco and wire lath on the rear elevation, and all of the tar on some large areas beneath the wire lath.

Here we see different kinds of CMU (Concrete Masonry Unit) used in construction. The 12” 75% solid block, the 8” block and the 6” block. These are some examples of very durable structural and non-structural partitions used in a variety of ways, and there is plenty more sizes and finishes too. 🚧

Here we see different kinds of CMU (Concrete Masonry Unit) used in construction. The 12” 75% solid block, the 8” block and the 6” block. These are some examples of very durable structural and non-structural partitions used in a variety of ways, and there is plenty more sizes and finishes too. 🚧

Drawings are part of the construction documents together with the specifications and the scope of work. Sometimes we have to direct the contractor in the field where exactly to look in the documents to point them in the right direction. 🗞📐✏️

Drawings are part of the construction documents together with the specifications and the scope of work. Sometimes we have to direct the contractor in the field where exactly to look in the documents to point them in the right direction. 🗞📐✏️

Exposing the roof joists for inspection at 774 Union Ave. These joists have been here since 1912, and most of them will remain in place even stronger than when they were originally installed. Some others will be replaced or sistered. These buildings are key to the expansion of affordable housing in the city of New York.

Exposing the roof joists for inspection at 774 Union Ave. These joists have been here since 1912, and most of them will remain in place even stronger than when they were originally installed. Some others will be replaced or sistered. These buildings are key to the expansion of affordable housing in the city of New York.

The Tuesday construction crew👷🏽

The Tuesday construction crew👷🏽

Construction rhythms

Construction rhythms

excavation and rubble wall opening for rear yard access to cellar floor. A window opening was used as the new door access to the proposed stair

excavation and rubble wall opening for rear yard access to cellar floor. A window opening was used as the new door access to the proposed stair

There is always a chance to enjoy the view during a construction site visit ⛅️

There is always a chance to enjoy the view during a construction site visit ⛅️

After demolition work, new c-joist installation, and the new plywood subfloor you can start to see progres.

After demolition work, new c-joist installation, and the new plywood subfloor you can start to see progres.

New water service connection 💦 💧 🚿

New water service connection 💦 💧 🚿

We put our helmets together to find solutions during construction 👷🏽

We put our helmets together to find solutions during construction 👷🏽

In gut rehab projects after the demolition is finished and the skeleton of the building is exposed you might find that some of the existing wood joists are damaged beyond repair, and need to be replaced. You can either use new wood joists or use metal C-Joists, like the ones shown in this post.

In gut rehab projects after the demolition is finished and the skeleton of the building is exposed you might find that some of the existing wood joists are damaged beyond repair, and need to be replaced. You can either use new wood joists or use metal C-Joists, like the ones shown in this post.

Santoriello Architects is honored to have participated in a project design and built by @pmarchitecture #homebuilders1lp and @bronxprogroup - 244 Lenox Avenue in Harlem is a Landmarks preservation project that recently received an award at the 31st Annual #lucymosesawards that recognizes projects that demonstrate excellence in the restoration, preservation, or adaptive use of historic buildings, streetscapes, and landscapes that preserve commercial, residential, institutional, religious, and public building in New York.

Santoriello Architects is honored to have participated in a project design and built by @pmarchitecture #homebuilders1lp and @bronxprogroup - 244 Lenox Avenue in Harlem is a Landmarks preservation project that recently received an award at the 31st Annual #lucymosesawards that recognizes projects that demonstrate excellence in the restoration, preservation, or adaptive use of historic buildings, streetscapes, and landscapes that preserve commercial, residential, institutional, religious, and public building in New York.

The challenges of the home office 🐈 💻 ☕️ 📐 📝

The challenges of the home office 🐈 💻 ☕️ 📐 📝

From the drawing board to the construction site. Coordination is key between design, construction documents and site conditions.

From the drawing board to the construction site. Coordination is key between design, construction documents and site conditions.

We’ve been collecting paperweights throughout the years on our construction sites. Here are some of our favourite ones!

We’ve been collecting paperweights throughout the years on our construction sites. Here are some of our favourite ones!

Late night designs ✏️ 📐🗞

Late night designs ✏️ 📐🗞

Rigid insulation installation is starting. A 2-1/2 inch thick layer all around exposed exterior masonry walls that will achieve an R-value of 20 thermal resistance.

Rigid insulation installation is starting. A 2-1/2 inch thick layer all around exposed exterior masonry walls that will achieve an R-value of 20 thermal resistance.

#Repost @greenbuildingadvisor with @get_repost
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How to read a NFRC label

The NFRC is a non-profit industry group that tests window performance and publishes the results to help builders, designers, and homeowners choose wisely. Participation by manufacturers is voluntary, although NFRC certification is required for Energy Star qualification. Each window the NFRC certifies carries a label that quantifies window performance in four ways. Here are the categories:

1. U-factor. A number from 0.2 to 1.2, the U-factor is a measure of how well the whole window (not just the glass) stops heat flow. It’s the inverse of the more familiar R-value, which indicates the thermal performance of insulation. The lower the number, the more thermally efficient the window. As an example, a window with a U-factor of 0.18 has an R-value of about R-5.5.

2. Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC). These values range from 0 to 1 and describe the amount of solar heat the window allows to get inside. Windows with high SHGCs don’t block much heat from the sun. Windows with low SHGCs are more effective at keeping out solar radiation.

3. Visible Transmittance. Also a number between 0 and 1, this represents the amount of the visible light spectrum that gets through the glass—the higher the value, the more light that gets in.

4. Air Leakage. This certifies that the window allows no more than 0.3 cubic feet per minute per square foot of window area in the equivalent of a 25 mph wind.
To learn more about selecting windows for high-performance building enclosures, click the Linkin.bio.

#highpeformancewindows #triplepanewindows #NFRClabels #energyefficiency #greenbuildingadvisor #greenbuilding #buildingscience

#Repost @greenbuildingadvisor with @get_repost
・・・
How to read a NFRC label

The NFRC is a non-profit industry group that tests window performance and publishes the results to help builders, designers, and homeowners choose wisely. Participation by manufacturers is voluntary, although NFRC certification is required for Energy Star qualification. Each window the NFRC certifies carries a label that quantifies window performance in four ways. Here are the categories:

1. U-factor. A number from 0.2 to 1.2, the U-factor is a measure of how well the whole window (not just the glass) stops heat flow. It’s the inverse of the more familiar R-value, which indicates the thermal performance of insulation. The lower the number, the more thermally efficient the window. As an example, a window with a U-factor of 0.18 has an R-value of about R-5.5.

2. Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC). These values range from 0 to 1 and describe the amount of solar heat the window allows to get inside. Windows with high SHGCs don’t block much heat from the sun. Windows with low SHGCs are more effective at keeping out solar radiation.

3. Visible Transmittance. Also a number between 0 and 1, this represents the amount of the visible light spectrum that gets through the glass—the higher the value, the more light that gets in.

4. Air Leakage. This certifies that the window allows no more than 0.3 cubic feet per minute per square foot of window area in the equivalent of a 25 mph wind.
To learn more about selecting windows for high-performance building enclosures, click the Linkin.bio.

#highpeformancewindows #triplepanewindows #NFRClabels #energyefficiency #greenbuildingadvisor #greenbuilding #buildingscience

Checking on a corner crack 🪜 at the 5th floor.

Checking on a corner crack 🪜 at the 5th floor.

Cracking in the brickwork on perimeter and party walls will need to be stitched in the process of rehab construction work.

Cracking in the brickwork on perimeter and party walls will need to be stitched in the process of rehab construction work.

Demolition started at 774 Union Ave. 🔨 🦺 🚧

Demolition started at 774 Union Ave. 🔨 🦺 🚧

Roof decking is 3/4” Exposure One Plywood with roofing nails used as fasteners.

Roof decking is 3/4” Exposure One Plywood with roofing nails used as fasteners.

There is magic in demolition 😂 🪄 🔨

There is magic in demolition 😂 🪄 🔨

Wood Joist replacement continues at the construction site. 👷‍♂️

Wood Joist replacement continues at the construction site. 👷‍♂️

started construction monitoring on a new affordable housing project. Demolition is happening on the first site. 🚧 🦺 🏗

started construction monitoring on a new affordable housing project. Demolition is happening on the first site. 🚧 🦺 🏗

New Xi MTower PCle CAD workstation 🙌🏽👏🏽 #XiMTower #cadstation #autocadarchitecture

New Xi MTower PCle CAD workstation 🙌🏽�👏🏽 #XiMTower #cadstation #autocadarchitecture

Home office!!! 🖥🖨📐✏️📖

Home office!!! 🖥🖨📐✏️📖

This are shots of exterior wall insulation retrofit on NYC Rehab jobs.

This are shots of exterior wall insulation retrofit on NYC Rehab jobs.

Very cool clear PVC safety covers for breaker boxes panels during construction.

Very cool clear PVC safety covers for breaker boxes panels during construction.

The lost art of hand drafting replaced by today’s computer-aided software. Here is a relic from those times!!!

The lost art of hand drafting replaced by today’s computer-aided software. Here is a relic from those times!!!

It’s always good to se a #mockup of the building’s skin beforehand to make some adjustments.

It’s always good to se a #mockup of the building’s skin beforehand to make some adjustments.

#850_jennings_street main entrance glass canopy

#850_jennings_street main entrance glass canopy

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