The Public Theater, a restoration and redesign of the historic street lobby entry including the addition of a large exterior entry staircase, and restoration of the historic landmarked facade built in 1890 as the original Astor Library. Our responsibilities include design conception and presentation to client and public agencies, design and detail development in consultation with the Department of Design and Construction, Landmarks Preservation Commission review and approval, consultant coordination, LEED research and implementation, construction drawing production and management, and construction administration for both the historic facade restoration and the design intervention. The project is seeking LEED Silver certification. Project status: facade restoration complete, renovation of lobby currently under construction. Estimated completion date: winter 2011.`