BKSK Architects' The Village West: Red Brick and Terra-Cotta on 14th Street
BKSK Architects has completed The Village West, a new residential building at 14th Street and Sixth Avenue in New York City. Drawing inspiration from Greenwich Village's architectural style, the structure features red brick and iron-spot glazed terra-cotta. Its façade is divided into three distinct parts: a ground-level storefront made of glazed terra-cotta, brick piers with recesses, and a decorative cornice crafted from terra-cotta at the top. David Kubik, a partner at BKSK, emphasized the importance of creating depth and shadow. Project architect Joe Vivino discussed the difficulties in coordinating the different masonry materials. The design team also includes landscape architect Liz Pulver and interior designers Paolo Agostinelli and Gerry Ende, alongside structural engineers from DeSimone Consulting Engineers.
Key facts
- BKSK Architects designed The Village West at 14th Street and Sixth Avenue, New York City.
- The building uses red brick and iron-spot glazed terra-cotta.
- Facade is divided into base, middle, and top with a glazed terra-cotta storefront at base.
- David Kubik is partner in charge at BKSK Architects.
- Joe Vivino is project architect at BKSK Architects.
- Terra-cotta cornice caps the building.
- Two-inch airspace allowed for brick undulations.
- Project team includes DeSimone Consulting Engineers, Langan, and others.
Entities
Artists
- David Kubik
- Joe Vivino
- Luisa Vargas
- Paolo Agostinelli
- Gerry Ende
- Liz Pulver
Institutions
- BKSK Architects
- DeSimone Consulting Engineers
- Langan
- Clinard Design Studio
- Steven Winter Associates
- Hunter Roberts Construction Group
- Dagher Engineering
- IF Studio NY
Locations
- New York City
- 14th Street
- Sixth Avenue
- Greenwich Village