137 Franklin Street: 
Landmark Design Meets Modern Precast

Opened in 2023

New York, NY

A luxury residential project in New York’s Tribeca Historic District needed a facade that blended pre-war elegance with modern construction methods. Working alongside the architect and builder, API provided large-format precast panels with thin brick inlay, meeting strict historic preservation standards while streamlining installation in a tight urban site.

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Client

Brandon Miller, Real Estate Equities Corporation

Architect

Markus Dochantschi

Specialty Structural Engineer

Pennoni Associates, Inc.

Size

10,000sf

Precast Concrete Products

Architectural wall panels

Column covers
Spandrels

Precast Specifics

Contained utility-size thin brick; dark-colored architectural concrete mix used for brick joints

Benefits to the Customer

Ability to combine traditional material with contemporary technology

What’s Inside

  • Project Background: Why precast worked for a design-first project in a historic zone
  • Challenges & Solutions: How we navigated site constraints, design approvals, and fabrication details
  • Results: Faster installation, long-term durability, and a standout facade that fits its surroundings
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All Rights Reserved.

About API

Architectural Precast Innovations, Inc. (API) is a trusted construction products partner delivering the materials builders, architects, and developers need when creating structures that will stand the test of time. Through collaborative partnership, tailored solutions, and start-to-finish service backed by deep technical know-how and a high-touch approach, API ensures every project stays on time, on budget, and on plan.

©2025 Architectural Precast Innovation, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.

137 Franklin Street