Building Highlights

Landmarked property located in the Gansevoort Market Historic District.

Comprised of three separate buildings that were combined into a single building.

1 Little West was originally designed by Peter Zabriskie and built in 1887 as a neo-Grec style store and loft building.

3 Little West was designed by John G. Michel and built in 1918-19.

5 Little West was designed by LaFarge, Morris & Cullen and built in 1913 as a warehouse in Arts & Craft style.  

Project Highlights

Scope of Project: Interior white box and complete exterior envelope restoration project. 

FSI's Involvement: FSI coordinated with NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) to restore the exterior of the building to original condition which included storefront replacement and parapet reconstruction to screen new HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) equipment that was installed on the roof. FSI also attended LPC hearings to present designs to obtain the necessary approvals. Typical restoration of the facades was also conducted which included lintel replacement and waterproofing, mortar joint repair and stone ornamentation restoration.