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A Personal Crusade Results in a Major Amenity Upgrade
Written by Paula Chin on October 23, 2017
Two condo unit-owners tackle a project to the benefit of all residents.
The Burnishing of a Gold Coast Gym
Written by Paula Chin on October 13, 2017
How a Fifth Avenue condo pulled off a major amenity revamp.
Leaks Much More Than Skin-Deep for Greenwich Village 'Gold Coast' Co-op
Written by Tom Soter on May 08, 2013
Bob Bischoff wasn’t surprised when he heard the news: a significant portion of his building needed to be “skinned.”
If that sounds major, that’s because it is. Skinning is a labor-intensive, time-consuming procedure. The first layer brick is removed, and a layer of mortar is added, which creates a smooth surface. Then waterproofing is applied, and a new brick is installed. You don’t want to “re-skin” a building unless you absolutely have to.
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