Fifth Avenue 1st Floor Renovation

Fifth Avenue 1st Floor Renovation

Rojas AP worked with the property owner to renovate the 1st floor of this six-story apartment building located in the Upper East Side. The proposed scope entailed adding an exercise room for the tenants and converting six of the existing office spaces into residential units, ranging from a studio to a two bedroom apartment.

The work also included installing new vestibule doors, new lighting, flooring, and wall panels in the common hallway area, all done in coordination with interior design firm C McKEOUGH Unltd. Rojas AP filed with the Department of Building an Alteration Type 1 application to change the use and dwelling unit count. Approvals from the Landmarks Preservation Commission were also obtained. In addition to coordinating with the interior designer, Rojas AP worked closely with the mechanical and structural engineers for coordination.

LOCATION
UPPER EAST SIDE, NY

Washington Heights Multifamily Amenities Renovation

Washington Heights Multifamily Amenities Renovation

Rojas AP worked with the property owner to renovate the basement of this six-story apartment building located in Washington Heights. The scope of work included relocating the laundry room into the existing basement garage, converting the former laundry room into a new tenant storage room, and incorporating a new trash room into the basement lobby.

The design featured a glass partition and door at the laundry room entrance which provides tenants with clear visibility. To meet fire code requirements, a sprinkler deluge system was installed to protect both the glass assembly and the new dryer units. Rojas AP successfully navigated the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) predetermination process to remove parking from the garage and approve the change of use for the new laundry room and ensuring ADA accessibility and egress compliance was a key consideration throughout the redesign.

LOCATION
NEW YORK, NY

Astoria Two Family Renovation

Astoria Two-Family Renovation

Rojas AP led the interior renovation of a two-story brick residential building, transforming the space to include two new three-piece bathrooms and two laundry rooms. The scope involved full plumbing, electrical, and mechanical installations, along with carefully selected finishes to modernize and enhance the functionality of the home.

During construction, the team encountered persistent water infiltration caused by existing cracks in the building’s exterior façade. Rojas AP conducted a series of water tests to trace the source of the leaks and provided solutions that included lintel replacement, window sill repair, mortar repointing, and replacement of waterproofing seal gaskets. These exterior interventions required a Post Approval Amendment with the NYC Department of Buildings, which was successfully coordinated and filed by Rojas AP’s in-house team.

LOCATION
ASTORIA, NY

New Rochelle Facade Repair

NEW ROCHELLE Facade repair

Rojas AP led a 2.5-year facade rehabilitation project for a large coastal residential complex consisting of three interconnected buildings across three addresses. Our work included full design drawings, contractor bid preparation, walkthroughs, bid leveling, and comprehensive construction administration. The coastal location presented unique challenges, requiring careful detailing and the use of galvanized lintels and corrosionresistant materials to ensure long-term durability.

We performed swing-stage drops on each elevation to monitor progress and address field conditions, maintaining close coordination with the contractor and clear, consistent communication with ownership throughout the project. While the roof replacement was ultimately removed from the scope, we designed and coordinated parapet flashing installation to allow for seamless integration with future roofing work. We also provided cost and design comparisons for a full brick parapet rebuild versus a railing extension, helping the owner balance code compliance, aesthetics, and budget considerations.

This project reflects our firm’s ability to manage complex building envelope work in sensitive environments while supporting the client through every phase of decision-making and execution.

LOCATION
NEW ROCHELLE, NY

Chelsea NY Facade Repair

CHELSEA NY Facade repair

Rojas AP was engaged to perform FISP (Facade Inspection Safety Program, formerly Local Law 11) inspections for a 12-story commercial and office building in Chelsea. Visual inspections were conducted with binoculars, and close-up inspections used a boom lift and suspended scaffolding, fully complying with FISP requirements.

Initial findings revealed SWARMP (Safe With a Repair and Maintenance Program) conditions that, due to delays, were later reclassified as UNSAFE. Based on these findings, Rojas AP developed a comprehensive facade repair scope, addressing issues such as cracked bricks, crazing, deteriorated mortar joints, decorative masonry cracks, cornice paint chipping, rusted steel lintels, and stone damage.

Rojas AP provided full construction administration services, including regular site visits to ensure progress and compliance. After completion, Rojas AP amended the original FISP report and filed a SAFE report with the DOB, confirming all UNSAFE conditions were resolved and the facade met FISP standards.

LOCATION
NEW YORK, NY

Long Island City Facade Repair

Long Island City Facade repair

Rojas AP was hired to perform FISP (Facade Inspection Safety Program, formerly Local Law 11) inspections and prepare facade repair drawings with the Department of Buildings and perform construction administration for a 12-story residential building in Long Island City, addressing unsafe conditions.

The inspections were conducted using binoculars, pipe scaffolding and suspended scaffolding in full compliance with FISP. Based on findings from the Cycle 9 FISP report, a comprehensive Facade Repair Scope was developed. A significant challenge faced was the poor condition of the terracotta parapet, which was leaning in several locations. Further inspection of the terracotta revealed deterioration of the backup metal. To address this issue and mitigate potential risks to pedestrians and the building, Rojas AP opted to replace the terracotta parapet with a brick parapet. This solution offered a more durable and cost-effective solution, saving the project money while ensuring long-term stability. The new brick parapet was integrated into the building’s design while maintaining a consistent appearance with the existing structure.

Throughout the project, Rojas AP provided construction administration services, including regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with design and safety standards. Upon project completion, Rojas AP amended the original FISP report and filed an updated SAFE report, confirming that the building’s facade was in good condition, fully compliant with FISP requirements, and posed no risk to the public.

LOCATION
QUEENS, NY

Historical Home Restoration

Historical Home Restoration

Rojas AP was engaged by the Lewis Latimer House Museum to manage interior repairs while preserving the historic integrity of the landmarked structure. The project involved identifying repair areas, specifying materials, and coordinating efforts to meet ADA requirements and align with upcoming exhibition schedules. Special care was taken to protect the home’s historic elements and artifacts throughout the process.

Rojas AP coordinated the contractor selection process, organizing a pre-bid walkthrough with qualified contractors, reviewing proposals, and leveling bids to ensure alignment with project goals and preservation standards.

During construction, Rojas AP provided oversight, conducted regular site visits, and verified that all work adhered to the project’s specifications and historic preservation guidelines. The team also managed communications between the museum and contractor, addressed any issues that arose, and completed final inspections to ensure project completion to the museum’s satisfaction.

LOCATION
QUEENS, NY

Column Workshop

Column Workshop

For Woman’s History Month 2023, Rojas AP worked with a group of young students from Tools & Tiaras Inc., a Jamaica-based not-for-profit group, at our local museum, King Manor Museum. Rojas AP worked together with Tools & Tiaras to develop the architectural background for the column activity. The activity was designed to teach the basics of a column and the different parts in order for the children to use what they learned to build their very own column. The process was developed with precut materials and a simple instruction manual. The children began the activity with a short mini-lesson on what a column is. With their newly acquired information, the children were able to use their instruction manual to start building their columns. Then they work semi-independently with the support of the staff to finish building their column. To personalize their column, the children were able to paint, color, and even add glitter to solidify the design of the project. In this joint effort, the children were able to understand the structure of a column with a hands-on approach and became a part of the design process.

LOCATION
QUEENS, NY