Timeline

Roll over the dates in the timeline below to see Redeemer's accomplishments and goals for our vision.

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

Real Estate Search

Real Estate committee reviews vision campaign goals, adjusts real estate budget based on Vision Campaign revenue, and develops a building program
Colliers ABR chosen as real estate firm
Building search starts, Sept 2006 – 150 W 83rd St is found, Oct 2006
Due diligence begins on potential property, including cost analysis, zoning research, and a "test-fit" to determine how much usable space can fit within the property
Contract is signed on December 1, 2006
Assemble architecture design committee

Pre-Design / Programming

Preliminary design brainstorming with architecture volunteer team
Interview ministry teams to develop "program" for space usage
Architecture team analysis and refinement of detailed program
Real Estate committee search and selection process leads to Gertler & Wente selected as building Architect

Schematic Design (Summer 2007-Fall 2007)

Gertler & Wente develops two design schemes and several preliminary layouts from building program
NYC Building Code research on public assembly spaces
Structural and mechanical engineers develop preliminary building systems strategies
Presentation of two design schemes to ministry leaders, volunteer teams, and focus groups
Design is revised based on congregational input
Cost estimating exercise — alignment of budget, design, and schedule

Design Development (Fall 2007)

Real Estate Committee search and selection process leads to F. J. Sciame Construction selected for pre-construction services
Detailed review of design with code, theater, lighting, and kitchen consultants; geotechnical, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers
Research on cost and process of "building green"
Development of interior design strategies
Gather input on interior design development from ministry leaders, volunteer teams, and focus groups

Construction Documents (Winter 2008 - Summer 2008)

Prepare application for a construction permit with the NYC Department of Buildings
Prepare technical drawings of foundation, steel frame, mechanical HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems, coordinated with architectural design
LEED building systems modeling to determine energy efficiency of proposed design
Site clean up and preparation by owner for contract closing

* Contract Closing/Ownership (October 2, 2008)

Structural probes to analyze strength of existing structural beams, columns and foundation
Geotechnical borings to analyze existing site conditions
Masonry probes on existing building façade
Additional building inspections and preparation for NYC Department of Buildings application

Bidding/Contract Negotiations Phase (Fall 2008 - Winter 2009)

Distribute construction documents to subcontractors for pricing
Gather bids to compare proposed costs and scope of work
Final review and fine tuning of design, based on input from subcontractors, for additional cost savings opportunities
Finalize bids and select best qualified subcontractors
Contractor selection/award
Negotiate contract with General Contractor and establish final cost for construction

Construction Milestones (projected start Early 2009 with an estimated 24 months to completion)