- CLIENT
- Confidential
- LOCATION
- New York, NY
- SECTOR
- Luxury Homes
- SIZE
- 2,200 SF + Terrace
Renovating a Landmark Penthouse with Global Coordination
VVA was engaged to oversee the full interior and terrace renovation of a landmarked pre-war penthouse at 784 Park Avenue, a distinguished Emory Roth-designed co-op.
This project faced several challenges, including navigating the intricate governance of the Co-op Board and Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), obtaining multiple approvals, and adhering to an extensive alterations agreement. Adding to the complexity, the client resided in Europe and was unable to visit the project site in person.
The renovation required a comprehensive gut and rebuild, including modifications to exterior walls, new interior floors, partitions, ceilings, and lighting, as well as upgrades to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and gas lines. The terrace underwent a complete overhaul, further adding to the scope. Compounding these challenges, the project unfolded during the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic.
VVA took on the critical role of project lead, overseeing every phase from pre-construction planning to final delivery.
Our responsibilities included:
- Managing design submissions to the Co-op Board, Department of Buildings (DOB), and LPC to ensure compliance with all regulatory and governance requirements.
- Coordinating a phased permit approval process with an expeditor to mitigate delays.
- Leading the bid and award process for selecting a qualified general contractor.
- Overseeing construction, providing monthly progress reports, and ensuring clear, consistent communication across a globally dispersed project team.
- Acting as the client’s advocate and advisor, ensuring the project met strict budget and schedule objectives despite the pandemic-related disruptions.
Thanks to VVA’s proactive management, the renovation was delivered successfully, meeting both budget and schedule goals.
We streamlined communication between the client, Co-op Board, design team, expeditor, and contractor, fostering positive partnerships and avoiding potential bottlenecks.
Key achievements include:
- Seamlessly navigating the Expeditor & Building Permit Process as well as securing Landmarks approvals without significant delays.
- Overcoming the challenges of remote client coordination with detailed monthly reports and virtual updates that kept the client fully informed.
- Completing the project to the client’s satisfaction, with the client seeing the finished space in person for the first time only after the renovation was complete.
This project exemplifies VVA’s ability to manage the complexities of high-stakes, landmarked residential projects, even under challenging circumstances such as a global pandemic and remote client involvement. Our expertise in coordinating regulatory approvals, managing diverse stakeholders, and delivering exceptional results reinforces VVA’s reputation as a trusted partner for luxury residential projects in New York City.
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