Building Envelope
Cladding160 Tuxedo Avenue: Clay Brick Veneer Replacement
- Challenge: Investigation revealed presence of an unstable brick veneer caused by extensive corrosion of steel connector ties.
- Solution: Developed a veneer replacement program for the top four floors, including upgrading the exterior wall system and incorporating a pressure-equalized rain screen system.
- Challenge: Investigation confirmed fractures in the stone cladding anchorage assembly, requiring remediation of the exterior wall system.
- Solution: Installed a new air barrier and insulation system incorporating a high-performing pressure-equalized rain screen using composite metal panel.
