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

Ramp Workshop

Ramp Workshop

Rojas AP conducted an instructive workshop during the 2023 group from Tools & Tiaras Inc., a Jamaica based not-for-profit group with a primary emphasis on architectural inclusion and accessibility. This program provided a comprehensive introduction to the principles of ADA compliance, specifically focusing on constructing ramps that meet established building code requirements. The workshop was equipped with essential materials and step-by-step instructions thoughtfully provided by Rojas AP. Under the guidance of Rojas AP, the students embarked on a structured exploration of architecture, delving into the intricacies of ADA compliance and the significance of code-compliant ramps. Employing an array of architectural tools, the students meticulously crafted ramps, paying careful attention to nuances such as handrail post placements and assembly techniques while they followed a step-by-step guide. The workshop fostered the development of critical thinking and practical skills, as the participants systematically measured, cut, and assembled materials to create ramps adhering to ADA standards.

LOCATION
QUEENS, NY

Commercial Office Renovation

Commercial Office Renovation

Rojas AP was hired by an apparel manufacturing company based in Midtown to streamline their office spaces across multiple floors within a 27 story commercial and office building. Tasked with consolidating operations from partial areas on the 6th and 8th floors into the existing 9th floor headquarters, Rojas AP embarked on a comprehensive project. Rojas AP worked closely with the client to develop a schematic and code compliant plan for optimal use of space on the 9th floor to accommodate additional employees. This involved reconfiguring existing offices, creating new workspaces, and integrating various rooms into a cohesive layout. A pivotal aspect of the project was the removal of the existing staircase connecting the 8th and 9th floors, situated within the gallery space. Additionally, relocating the antique chandelier above the existing staircase to a new position required meticulous planning and execution. Rojas AP was also responsible for creating a comprehensive bid package and performed bid coordination amongst bidding contractors, alongside obtaining approvals from the DOB.

LOCATION
MANHATTAN, NY

Far Rockaway Laundry Room

Far Rockaway Laundry Room

Rojas AP was engaged by the owner of this multi-building apartment complex in Far Rockaway to redesign an old laundry room located in the cellar of a cluster of three apartment buildings. The previous room had access through a solid door, as the partition between the hallway and laundry room requires a rated partition. Rojas AP was able to open up the laundry room with a glass door and glass wall by adding a sprinkler deluge system to maintain the fire rating. This design allows for a safe and pleasant experience for tenants using the laundry facilities. The tenants have good visibility in and out of the room. The rear of the washing machines were meticulously piped to a covered trench drain to maintain a clean and sanitary maintenance area. Similarly the rear of the dryers was designed with ample space for maintenance access. Tenants are provided with seating, baskets and a folding table for their convenience.

LOCATION
QUEENS, NY