1166 Avenue of the Americas
Plaza Rehabilitation
New York, NY 

A failing waterproofing system at this 25,000-square-foot plaza resulted in water infiltration to occupied space below, prompting a full rehabilitative effort. As lead architect, Hoffmann Architects guided the design and site architects to coordinate the technical requirements of creating a watertight plaza design with aesthetic and site considerations. Hoffmann Architects' plan called for complete removal and replacement of the existing plaza overburden and waterproofing down to the structural deck. As part of the rehabilitation, the plaza's lighting, layout and amenities were fully redone, including the design and construction of new retail space. The rehabilitative work also corrected deficiencies in the plaza's existing architectural, mechanical, and electrical components.