Dattner Architects, 498 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY (2026)

08/25/2026

Alafia Master Plan has been named one of three finalists in the Innovation in Health & Wellness category at the 2026 METROPOLIS Magazine Planet Positive Awards, recognizing projects that advance new approaches to human wellbeing and community resilience.

Meaning “peace and good health” in Yoruba, Alafia reimagines how architecture can address the social determinants of health through the integration of affordable housing, healthcare, healthy food access, urban agriculture, recreation, economic opportunity, and resilient open space.

Designed as a wellness-oriented neighborhood for Brooklyn, the project demonstrates a bold vision: that healthier communities emerge when housing, landscape, infrastructure, and social services are planned as one interconnected system. From Passive House housing and expansive public open space to future healthcare facilities and community programming, Alafia is helping create a framework for long-term wellbeing and equity.

Congratulations to our clients Apex Building Group, L+M Development Partners, RiseBoro Community Partnership, Services for the UnderServed; our partners SCAPE; and the entire team who helped bring this vision to life. We completed the first phase of the master plan last year, with three Passive House residential buildings and a Maintenance Hub designed by Dattner Architects. We are continuing the project with two additional residential phases and the forthcoming OneBrooklyn Health ambulatory care clinic.

08/12/2026

At 1134 Pacific Street, Dattner Architects transforms a Crown Heights site across from the Bedford Atlantic Armory into a contemporary model for affordable housing—one that balances urban presence, resident experience, and climate performance.

The building is shaped by its context: a light-colored brick facade sets up a deliberate dialogue with the Armory’s historic red brick, creating a calm, contemporary counterpoint on Pacific Street. Inside and out, the design centers daily life—framing views from a generous lobby, opening to a landscaped rear courtyard with raised planting beds, and integrating community, amenity, and bike storage spaces that support comfort, connection, and ease of use.

Designed to meet PHIUS Passive House standards, 1134 Pacific Street embeds sustainability into the architecture itself. A high-performance envelope, high-performance windows, balanced ventilation, and efficient mechanical systems work together to reduce energy use while advancing the building’s larger design ambition: affordable housing that is healthier, more comfortable, and more resilient in the face of a changing climate.

08/06/2026

Phase III of Alafia, Dattner Architects’ wellness‑oriented, sustainability‑driven redevelopment of a 25‑acre state-owned site in South Brooklyn, is set to complete construction in 2029. Phase III will consist of two residential buildings and a one-acre public park, including a one-mile fitness loop, children’s play area, and residential courtyards. Upon completion of all eight construction phases, the finished Alafia redevelopment will bring approximately 2,600 units of affordable housing, generous public open space, an outpatient clinic, neighborhood retail including a supermarket, as well as new community buildings to East New York.

07/21/2026

Kingsbrook Estates is a new affordable and supportive housing development in East Flatbush, Brooklyn, built as part of NYS Homes and Community Renewal’s Vital Brooklyn Initiative and collocated on the campus of Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center.

The Passive House Certified building offers 402 apartments across four stepped volumes rising from 6 to 12 stories, including 70 units for seniors and 72 for veterans.

At its heart is a one-acre landscaped courtyard with play areas, a splash pad, fitness zones, and garden beds, anchored by amenities including a fitness and yoga rooms, computer and coworking spaces, and a variety of flexible gathering spaces designed to foster intergenerational community.

07/16/2026

As part of the Joel Braverman High School comprehensive adaptive reuse project, Dattner Architects redesigned a former back alley into a student commons, and an outdated gymnasium into a student commons. Transformative projects such as the Joel Braverman High School exemplify how aging buildings can be successfully adapted for the changing needs of future generations.

Photos 1 and 3 by Vanni Archive.

07/14/2026

In recognition of their outstanding contributions and dedication to our mission of creating beautiful, equitable, and sustainable essential architecture, Dattner Architects is proud to announce the promotion of nine distinguished professionals.

Aimee Hultquist, Annabelle Swain, Rachel Padowicz, Rebecca Vitone, Ryan Cusack, and Tara Marandino have been promoted to Associate. Alex Muller, Brandon Wang, and Lola Rodriguez-Fuentes are now Senior Associates.

“These promotions celebrate professionals who bring design excellence, client trust, and generosity to their colleagues in equal measure. They lead complex work with clarity, and we are proud to recognize their achievements.”—Kirsten Sibilia, Managing Partner

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07/08/2026

The Forum at Columbia University (Columbia University) is one of ten Dattner Architects projects selected for inclusion in the Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation’s (BWAF) Built by Women 2026: New York City exhibition.

Located at 125th Street and Broadway, The Forum serves as a gateway to Columbia University’s Manhattanville Campus and a welcoming civic space for the surrounding community. Designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop with Dattner Architects, the building brings together public, academic, and community uses under one roof.

The Forum features a ground-floor commons and café that are fully open to the public, along with a 437-seat auditorium, lecture halls, academic offices, and meeting rooms that support conferences, visiting lectures, academic fellows, and campus programming.

Built on a tight triangular site within the Manhattanville Special Zoning District, the project reflects the power of collaboration across design, regulatory, construction, and university teams. Dattner Architects’ project leadership included Partner Beth Greenberg and Catherine Selby, now Partner.

The Forum demonstrates how thoughtful campus design can create spaces for learning, exchange, and connection while strengthening the relationship between an institution and its neighborhood.

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07/02/2026

St. James Terrace is one of ten Dattner Architects projects selected for inclusion in the Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation’s (BWAF) Built by Women 2026: New York City exhibition.

Developed with Concern Housing Partners (Concern Housing) and Duvernay + Brooks, St. James Terrace brings 102 affordable and supportive homes to the Bronx while strengthening the historic campus of St. James Episcopal Church.

Approved by the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission (NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission), the project complements the landmarked church with a welcoming Gothic-inspired entrance, new landscaped courtyard, and shared community spaces that connect the campus.

More than housing, St. James Terrace expands access to supportive services, workforce development, health resources, and community programming. A new fellowship hall, commercial kitchen, and flexible gathering spaces enhance the church’s longstanding outreach and food pantry programs, creating a place that serves both residents and the surrounding neighborhood.

Led by Dattner Architects Partner Beth Greenberg and Project Manager Rachel Ehrlich, the project demonstrates how thoughtful, community-centered design can preserve cultural heritage while addressing New York City’s critical need for affordable housing.

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06/29/2026

In celebration of Pride Month, Dattner Architects is highlighting our advocacy for multi-stall all-gender restroom design and related NYS legislation.

Featured in Oculus, AIA New York’s quarterly magazine, “A Stall for One, A Stall for All” explores the proposed A6964 bill and efforts to advance more inclusive restroom standards in public facilities.

Senior Designer Troy Lacombe and Partner Ruth Ro contributed design vision, diagrams, and advocacy work in collaboration with engineers, Build Out Alliance, the AIANY LGBTQIA+ Alliance, and partners across the city—helping translate policy into practical, buildable solutions.

Read the full article via the link in bio.

06/24/2026

The PANYNJ JFK Airport Central Terminal Area Ground Transportation Center is one of ten Dattner Architects projects selected for inclusion in Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation’s (BWAF) Built by Women 2026: New York City exhibition.

As part of an integrated Design-Build team, Dattner Architects is leading the architectural design of the new Ground Transportation Center (GTC) at JFK Airport, including a 2,000-vehicle parking garage and a striking pedestrian bridge connecting travelers to Terminal 1.

The project combines infrastructure and architecture to create a more intuitive passenger experience. The naturally ventilated garage features open-screen façades with timber slats that add warmth and texture, while glazed circulation towers and bold interior colors support clear architectural wayfinding. A pedestrian bridge with a dramatic twisted canopy serves as a landmark gateway to the Central Terminal Area.

Unique for an infrastructure project of this scale, Dattner Architects’ architectural team was entirely women-led, working alongside women leaders across Skanska USA | Construction & Development and Halmar International Joint Venture, Parsons Transportation Group, and The Port Authority of NY & NJ’s JFK Redevelopment Program.

The project demonstrates how design can improve mobility, strengthen connectivity, and create a memorable arrival experience for millions of travelers.

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