Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
Dormitory Conversion

Concost is providing full cost estimating services including all architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing for conversion of this manufacturing building into a new residence hall and a building addition that would also serve as headquarters for the Levin Institute.

The building will be converted into 493 two, three, and four-bed apartment-style suites, each with a private bath, kitchenette, and dining area. The suites will have a 100 MB internet connection for each resident and the units will be wired for cable television and telephone service. Accommodations for resident counselors, cyber and study lounges, laundry and fitness facilities, and administrative offices will also be located in the residence hall.

Architect: Wank Adams Slavin Associates, LLP