In-Progress: 47th Street

Now that we’ve finished the first phase of interior removals, the excavation phase begins. This includes the underpinning of the neighboring buildings and front wall, as well as 6’ of bedrock excavation. These photos showcase preparation for the pouring of concrete foundation walls by way of sheeting, shoring, line drilling and lagging. The steel bracing holds up the existing four floors while excavation is finished.

OTL Wins Best of Houzz Award for Client Satisfaction

Houzz (Houzz.com), the leading platform for home remodeling and design, named OTL among their community’s picks for Best Of Houzz 2015, a homeowner-to-homeowner guide to the top home builders, architects, interior designers, landscape pros and other residential remodeling professionals on Houzz from tile, stone and countertop pros to painter. 

OTL was recognized in the Service Category, determined by a variety of factors, including the number and quality of client reviews a professional received in 2014. Check out our profile and thanks to the Houzz community for this recognition!

Recommended Read: Throw a Party for Your Contractors

November 26th's New York Times profiled a seemingly unlikely scenario that resonated with team OTL. After Chelsea homeowners James LaForce and Stephen Henderson completed a yearlong gut renovation they found themselves missing the team with whom they had worked so closely. So much so that their inaugural dinner party welcomed everyone from their decorator to the painters, electricians and contractors who had created their new home. The scenario reflects how personal a home renovation is, how frequently one speaks to their contractor during that process (read: daily), and how, with the right contractor, a job can be so enjoyable that you'll actually be sad when it's over.  We know the feeling.

Read the Story Here

Breaking Ground: 47th Street

Demolition commenced on West 47th Street, where OTL, acting as Construction Manager and General Contractor, is transforming a commercial building into a 14,000 sq ft, 7-story building of luxe condos. Tracking for completion by Spring 2016, the completed building will house 5 units including 1 triplex with a townhouse feel to it which will include a private garage space, 1 duplex and 3 full floor units. Architect: William Leggio Architect LLC