Thank you to everyone who joined us at Northeast Sustainable Energy Association’s BuildingEnergy NYC! This year’s theme, Beyond Compliance, challenges us to go further—pushing past current standards and joining forces across disciplines to share, innovate, and collaborate for real decarbonization and resiliency. Our own Ana Leopold and Grayson Jordan presented alongside Magnusson Architecture and Planning PC’s Sarah Bayer and Curtis + Ginsberg Architects’ Mark Ginsberg in 'Beyond Passive House,' exploring insights from NYSERDA’s Buildings of Excellence research. We’re energized by the shared commitment of this incredible community as we all work toward a regenerative built environment. If you missed our talk on lowering utility costs in electrified buildings, head to our insights page (linked here) for more. Reach out with any questions—and let’s keep the momentum going! Insights: https://lnkd.in/gkNKgmSp
Paul A. Castrucci, Architects
Architecture and Planning
New York, New York 471 followers
We create sustainable, equitable, and community-centered architecture.
About us
Paul A. Castrucci Architects, PLLC (PCA) is a community-centered, fully integrated architecture and sustainability firm with a focus on designing resilient multi-family and mixed-use projects that strengthen communities through environmentally and socially responsible practices. Situated at the intersection of the affordable housing crisis, climate impact, and community activism, our work is driven by the need to create impactful change. We build strong partnerships to make human-centered environments that uplift and sustain communities of all sizes. Based in New York City, our diverse, collaborative team is dedicated to design excellence with a bold and tenacious commitment to craftsmanship, functionality, social equity, and environmental preservation. We strive to build contextual yet dynamic solutions that serve as catalysts for positive neighborhood engagement and connection. PCA is recognized for its commitment to social equity and environmental sustainability. As a leader in Passive House and Net Zero design, we bring innovative solutions to both new constructions and the rehabilitation of existing structures. Our services also include energy conservation strategies and code consultation. Our work and advocacy have been spotlighted in respected forums such as The Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA), the NY Passive House Conference, and the NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC). We have been featured in numerous publications, including the New York Times, Oculus, Dwell, the Architect’s Newspaper, Inhabitat, and Green Building Advisor.
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- New York, New York
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- Partnership
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- 1984
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- Passive House, Sustainable Techniques, Code and Zoning Analysis, Adaptive Reuse, Loft Conversions, Historic Preservation, Interior Renovations, Energy Consultation, Expediting Services, Affordable Housing, Multifamily Housing, Green Enterprise, Full Service Architecture, Landmarks, Art Spaces, Institutional, Green Design, Energy Efficient, New Construction, Mid-rise, Passivhaus Design, Sustainability Architect, Certified Passive House Designer, Architecture and Planning, Energy Modeling, Landscape Architecture for Community Gardens, Passive House Institute US (PHIUS), Passivhaus Consulting, Residential Architecture, Net Zero, and Art Studios
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New York, New York 10002, US
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Construction Update! 🚧 Grace’s Place is rising fast in Downtown Far Rockaway, Queens. We’re now on the second floor and refining the window and sill designs. This 9-story mixed-use development is being built for Brisa Builders Corp/ Brisa Builders Development LLC, with a focus on providing affordable senior housing to the community. 📸 First picture: Our masonry crew hard at work, assembling the second-floor walls. 📸 Second picture: Exterior masonry on the second floor, featuring openings for lintels. These horizontal supports above windows and doors are critical for bearing the weight of the structure above. 📸 Third picture: A close-up of the exterior mock-up featuring triple-glazed INTUS Windows, designed for maximum insulation and #energyefficiency. 📸 Fourth picture: Layer breakdown! From right to left: CMU (concrete masonry units), wood, insulation, and finally, the window. 📸 Fifth picture: A sneak peek of the final product (almost there!) A huge thanks to Mega Contracting Group for their hard work! Stay tuned as this project takes shape—helping to bring more sustainable and affordable housing to NYC.
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Thank you to everyone who joined our Bethany Terraces #OHNYwknd (Open House New York Weekend) tour! Special thanks to Mike Lynch and Jimmy Liang from Murray Engineering PC for walking us through the structural engineering aspects of the project. It was great to connect with fellow architects, developers, engineers, and NYC residents who are passionate about innovative building technology and #affordablehousing. In the first photo, Grayson shows how a single modular unit becomes two apartments, extending from the front to the back of the building with a corridor in between. And if you noticed the blue tape in some of the other photos—that’s part of our prep for the blower door test, which ensures airtightness in #PassiveHouse buildings. If you attended the tour, we'd love to hear your feedback or answer any lingering questions—feel free to reach out!
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Building something meaningful takes dedication, teamwork, and care. We're grateful for a team that brings this commitment to every project and to our community. Yesterday, we took a break from the office to visit the Ford Foundation Building—an architectural marvel from 1967, known for its 12-story indoor atrium. As one of the first examples of biophilic design, it connects people with nature in the workplace—well ahead of its time. Big thanks to Roy Pacheco for being a great host and sharing his knowledge. We’re excited for more Coffee Walks to explore inspiring spaces. To our team—thank you for making it all possible.
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3 days. 5 boroughs. 200+ sites—including ours! Open House New York Weekend tickets are now LIVE! We're pumped to show off Bethany Senior Terraces—a 57-unit modular #PassiveHouse project with 39 affordable senior units and 18 units for formerly unhoused individuals, all powered by solar arrays. ⚡ Join us and Murray Engineering PC to explore #modularconstruction, energy efficiency, and circular design. Register today!: https://lnkd.in/ekh6WJEJ Collaborators: RiseBoro Community Partnership Murray Engineering PC Bright Power, Inc. The Briarwood Organization ZeroEnergy Design NY Engineers Whitley Manufacturing
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Excited to be part of #OHNYwknd, happening October 18-20! This year, over 200 locations will open their doors, and we're thrilled to welcome the public to 702 Hancock on October 19. Our team at Paul A. Castrucci Architects is committed to precision and innovation, and 702 Hancock is no exception. We’ve designed this project to meet #PassiveHouse standards, creating a healthy, energy-efficient building that complements Bed Stuy’s historic charm while aiming for #netzero energy performance. Ticket sales open tomorrow, October 8—hope to see you there! Learn more: ohny.org/weekend
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We're heading to BuildingEnergy NYC on October 24th⚡the must-attend event for high-performance building and sustainable energy professionals! Ana Leopold and Grayson Jordan take the stage at 12 PM ET to present “Beyond Passive House: Emerging Research from NYSERDA BoE Early Phase Funding”--you won't want to miss it! Connect with us and the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association community at #BENYC24! Learn more and register at nesea.org/benyc24
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Thank you to everyone who joined yesterday’s Bethany Senior Terraces Passive House tour! Your questions and insights made it our best yet. One big question we got was: How do we check the airtightness of the building envelope in modular construction? Answer: We test it both in the factory and on-site once the modules are assembled! 🏗️ Missed it? No stress. We're hosting another tour alongside Murray Engineering PC on 10/18 during #OHNYwknd. Looking forward to connecting with more curious minds interested in how modular can help address NYC’s affordable housing needs.
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"From foundation to topped out in just 2 weeks!" – Grayson Jordan, Principal We’re excited to host tomorrow’s #PassiveHouse tour of Bethany Terraces, a Blue Ribbon winner in NYSERDA’s Buildings of Excellence competition. Join us and Murray Engineering PC to explore the future of modular construction, energy efficiency, and circular building design. If you can’t make it, don’t worry—we’ll be hosting another tour on 10/18 during #OHNYWeekend! Collaborators: RiseBoro Community Partnership Bright Power, Inc. ZeroEnergy Design The Briarwood Organization Whitley Manufacturing NY Engineers Murray Engineering PC Supported by: Phius Alliance New York New York Passive House AIA New York | Center for Architecture Passive House Accelerator
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Bethany Terraces has just been featured in Brownstoner! Affordable studio and one-bedroom apartments are now open for lottery on NYC Housing Connect, specifically for seniors 62 and older. Know someone who could benefit from this opportunity? Share the link below and help spread the word before the lottery closes on October 23rd! https://lnkd.in/eCDv4Kpw