Local Law 97: Is Your Building Ready for Compliance?
June 15, 2021Beginning January 1, 2024, new stricter guidelines take effect governing carbon emissions in NYC, with the goal of reaching a 40% reduction by the year 2030. With these new restrictions, developers will need to adapt their MEP systems to achieve compliance by considering electric-based HVAC and water heating systems. GEA specializes in designing MEP systems […]
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The Man Behind NYC’s Biggest Buildings
April 19, 2021Get a peek into the mind of David Glickman, the man behind the most intricate MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing) systems in NYC’s most known structures. David, the managing partner of GEA Consulting Engineers, sits for an interview with Maxin’ TV for a YouTube broadcast interview, pulling back the curtain on the MEP Engineering industry […]
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Local Law 97 and its Impact on New Construction
April 6, 2021Are you thinking about the effect that Local Law 97, NYC’s Climate Mobilization Act, will have on your new or under construction building? A lot has been spoken about existing buildings and upgrading HVAC and envelope systems. Not as much has been discussed about new construction. Given the significant trend toward the use of VRF […]
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GEA Projects in the News: The Dime Closing In On Completion
August 1, 2020GEA is providing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection design and commissioning services to The Dime in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This 22 story mixed-use building will have separate lobbies for both commercial and residential tenants. Amenities will occupy the entire fifth floor and include a community garden, yoga studio, cooking area with grills & multiple dining tables, […]
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GEA Projects in the News: 22 Chapel Street’s Superstructure Makes it’s Ascent!
July 19, 2020GEA is providing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection design and commissioning services to 22 Chapel Street in Downtown Brooklyn. This 211ft tall rental building will be 133,181sf with 180 Units. These units will span the third through 20th floors. 2,000sf of ground floor space will house retail, a community facility & bicycle storage for residents. […]
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GEA Projects in the News: 98 Front Street Construction Comes To A Close!
July 18, 2020GEA is providing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection design and commissioning services to 98 Front Street in DUMBO, Brooklyn. This ten story residential building will house many amenities that include: an indoor saltwater swimming pool, a steam room & spa and two fitness centers. There will also be a residential communal lounge, co-working space, 7,000-square-foot […]
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GEA Projects in the News: 30 Front Street Begins to Rise!
July 13, 2020GEA is providing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection design and commissioning services to 30 Front Street in DUMBO. This 270-foot-tall building will consist of 360,000sf. 177,900sf will house 74 apartments, being 2,400sf apiece. 72,500sf will be used for community facilities. The remaining area will be used for a proposed parking facility, which has a capacity […]
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GEA Projects in the News: 531 Avenue of the Americas Facade Underway!
July 10, 2020GEA is providing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection design and commissioning services to 531 Sixth Avenue (AKA 101 West 14th Street) in Chelsea. This 13 story, 145-foot-tall building will consist of 80, 140sf. 54,520sf will be dedicated to residential use including 21 duplex units, with 5,380sf for two ground floor commercial tenants. Amenities include an […]
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GEA Update: GEA Reopens Its Doors!
June 8, 2020GEA is preparing to reopen our doors to our employees! We have and will continue to take the health risks of Covid-19 very seriously. To ensure that our employees feel the utmost level of safety and comfort in the office, areas within the GEA office space have been strategically protected with barriers to reduce the […]
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GEA Projects in the News: Permits Filed for 2413 Third Avenue, Bronx
April 24, 2020GEA is providing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection design and commissioning services to 2413 Third Avenue in Mott Haven, The Bronx. Permits have been filed for this 27 Story, 224,362 sf mixed-use building, consisting of residential and commercial spaces being 164,595 sf & 796 sf, respectively. The building will have 200 residences, most likely to […]
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