 | Architect: SOM 14 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
Telephone 212-298-9300
Developer: BFC Partners 325 Gold Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Telephone 718-222-Toren (8673) | TOREN, a distinctive condominium tower on Myrtle Avenue, brings high-rise living to the edge of downtown Brooklyn. The façade design employs a panel system which gives living spaces maximum glass exposure, while more private areas have smaller windows. The building features panoramic views of Brooklyn, Manhattan, and New York Harbor. |
 | Architect: DHK 575 Eighth Avenue
New York, NY 10018
Telephone 212-967-4450
Developer: The Domain Company 31-87 Steinway Street
Astoria, New York 11103
New York, NY 10018
Telephone 718-777-8212 | Markham Gardens Staten Island, NY Thirteen acres of green residential design define the 290 units of Markham Gardens Homes. This complete revitalization of the existing Markham Gardens housing project sets a new standard for sustainability in affordable housing. This redevelopment plan is one of the first in the Northeast to garner full approval from the U.S. Green Building Council. This is the organization that monitors Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, granting Markham with “LEED silver status”. The project consists of the demolition of two story building dating from World War II and new construction of three story townhouses that are well integrated with the characteristics of the existing Port Richmond residential neighborhood’s character. The buildings feature rear yards, front yards, porches and utilize up to date technology for sustainability and durability. |
| Architect: Perkins Eastman 115 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10003
Telephone 212-353-7200
Developer: Rockefeller Group Development Corporation F & T International 38-19 Main Street Flushing, New York 11354
Telephone 718-888-0600 | Queens Crossing - Flushing Commons Flushing, NY Flushing Commons was selected as a result of a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the New York City Economic Development Corporation, based on recommendations made by the Development Framework for Downtown Flushing. The project will incorporate low-impact development techniques and green building technologies. The developer is committed to establishing job training programs to encourage hiring from the local community during construction and in permanent positions afterward. |
