Marble Fairbanks has completed construction documents and bidding for POTS and the project is scheduled to start construction in the Spring of 2019. The new building addition will add 50% more space to POTS existing facility and much-needed workspace and educational space
Colman Hall, a 25,000sf residence hall renovation, won a 2018 Society for American Architects, New York Council Design Award! Inspired by the neighboring industrial sites, the project introduces group lofts to the Lawrence University campus as well as a range of shared social spaces for lounging, studying, communal dining, and more. Learn more about the project here.
Marble Fairbanks talked the new Greenpoint Library and gave VR tours of the future building at the Green Design Lab event in Grand Army Plaza. The panel was part of Democracy Lab at the Spacebuster, an inflatable pavilion presented by Brooklyn Public Library, Storefront for Art + Architecture, and others. Learn more about the event series here; see the Greenpoint Library in VR here.
The Beverly Willis Foundation celebrated the world premiere of Unknown New York: The City that Women Built, a new film by Beverly Willis, FAIA on June 6th. The film highlights projects throughout Manhattan led by women architects and designers. The film includes projects by Marble Fairbanks led by Karen Fairbanks. Learn more or buy a copy of the film.
Marble Fairbanks is pleased to announce two new leadership positions: Design Director and Organization Director.
Nicholas Desbiens AIA, LEED AP
Nicholas Desbiens, Design Director, joined Marble Fairbanks in 2016, bringing expertise in the integration and customization of digital tools into the design process. As Design Director, Nick ensures that the highest quality of design is realized at all scales of a project – from concept through detailing and construction – and that each project addresses the unique needs of our clients. His work at Marble Fairbanks includes leading the design team for The Women’s Building and the award-winning Greenpoint Library and Environmental Education Center, as well as current projects for Part of the Solution in the Bronx and the Center for Academic Success at Lawrence University in Wisconsin.
You can contact Nick directly at [email protected].
Jason Roberts AIA
Jason Roberts, Organization Director, has been a key member of the Marble Fairbanks team since 2012. He has managed projects for clients at Brooklyn Public Library, New York Public Library, Hunter College, Lawrence University, Parsons School of Design, among others, and plays a key role in our development of customized parametric planning techniques best demonstrated in our work for Re-envisioning Branch Libraries. As Organization Director, Jason manages the office building and construction standards, making sure all the key technical criteria and goals are met in the development of a project. He interfaces with the full project team, communicating with consultants, contractors, and clients to deliver design excellence.
Please reach out to Jason at [email protected].