A Modern History — We received the Metal Architecture 2018 Design Award for Interiors for Zucker’s Bagels & Smoked Fish Bakery. An in-depth article with a focus on the role of the historic and new metal elements in the design process of the space can be found here: Print / https://bit.ly/2unIAm0 Online / https://bit.ly/2LfSZr6
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Design Award Galas
Design awards gala season has arrived at RZAPS. We attended two dinners at memorable venues this week to receive awards. On Tuesday, we were invited to Battery Gardens Restaurant, overlooking the Upper Bay, for the 2018 SARA | NY Design Awards Gala Dinner where we received an Award of Honor for Sportime Tennis Center/John McEnroe Academy. On … Continue reading “Design Award Galas”
Recent Awards
We are pleased to announce that three of our projects are recent recipients of the following architecture awards. American Architectural Awards 2018 (The Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design): Skyscape Skyscape reimagines a massive bridge overpass in downtown Atlanta by creating a sculptural facade on the overpass heightening the experience for motorists below and on the overpass … Continue reading “Recent Awards”
Penn Plaza Face-Lift
The fence is up around Penn Plaza, indication that construction is underway for the rejuvenation of the outdoor POPS (privately owned public space), once “penned” by RZAPS in 2008. The project is one part of a larger scheme to breathe new life into the Penn Plaza area. In a few weeks time, commuters will be … Continue reading “Penn Plaza Face-Lift”
Hurricane Sandy Build It Back Homes Complete
A number of New York City’s Build It Back (BIB) homes RZAPS has worked on are complete. The BIB program is an effort to recover from the damage inflicted by Hurricane Sandy and to make affected homes and communities more resilient in preparation for future storms. We designed and oversaw the construction of several homes in Brooklyn, which involved … Continue reading “Hurricane Sandy Build It Back Homes Complete”
RZAPS in Compendium of Landscape Architecture
A new book, the Compendium of Landscape Architecture & Open Space Design, features our Randall’s Island Park, amongst a large and varied collection of landscape projects across the globe. Take a look inside here.
Zucker’s Flatiron in Construction
Our second Zucker’s Bagels & Smoked Fish is now under construction! Original elements like the cast iron storefront and tin ceiling have been unveiled in demolition and will undergo restoration. Located in the Flatiron District on E 23rd St, this delicious eatery should be ready for action by the end of the year…stay tuned, more to come!
RZAPS in Landscape Architecture Magazine
Landscape Architecture Magazine’s current issue (Aug ’17) features the Randall’s Island Redevelopment project by RZAPS with landscape architects, MPFP. An engaging read that explores the island’s colorful past and evolution to the current recreational development. Read the full article here: http://bit.ly/2vqYufA
A Look Inside Zucker’s Bagels & Smoked Fish
Here’s a look inside recently completed, Zucker’s Bagels & Smoked Fish, in its third NYC location on the Upper West Side. Located in a 19th-c. landmarked building, the design developed through the desire to merge original features such as the modular tin ceiling and cast iron storefront with modern elements like the custom steel and … Continue reading “A Look Inside Zucker’s Bagels & Smoked Fish”
Landmarked Facade for Avra Madison
The new storefront design restores elements of this 1902 Beaux Arts landmarked building while retrofitting windows, awnings, signage and lighting to highlight Avra Madison as the destination for authentic Greek fare and fresh seafood in the Upper East Side.