Pratt Institute, Higgins Hall Insertion – Brooklyn, U.S.

Building: Higgins Hall Insertion, Pratt Institute School of Architecture
Location: 65 St James Pl., Brooklyn, New York 11238 map
Status: Completed, 2005
Architect: Steven Holl Architects
Structural engineer: Robert Silman Associates
Mechanical engineer: Ove Arup
Construction manager: F.J. Sciame Construction Co., Inc.
Awards:
Roger H. Corbetta Merit Award, Concrete Industry Board, USA, 2006
AIA New York Chapter Architecture Honor Award, USA, 2007
AE Interest: concrete frame, recycled bricks from neighboring buildings, structural glass planks, clear glass floor plates, skylight natural light, translucent insulation for an illuminating glow at night.
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