Construction Updates

The partial gut renovation will become the new home for the Counseling Center, Learning/ Access Center, Student Advocacy, Health Services and RWW (Resilience, Wellness, and Well BThe Department of Digital Arts is expanding into the third floor east wing of Myrtle Hall. Designed by OTJ Architects, the new space will feature five new classrooms, specialized audio and recording rooms, and a multipurpose digital art plaza ideal for large gatherings and screenings. 

• The renovation to expand the program into the 3rd floor of Myrtle Hall is complete.  
• Installation of equipment and furniture took place during July and the final touches were completed in August in time for the start of the Fall semester classes. 
• Throughout the spring and summer the Office of Facilities Management staff and the contractor were busy completing construction and furniture installation for the new space. 

The new spaces are complete and ready for the Fall 2025 semester.

The partial gut renovation will become the new home for the Counseling Center, Learning/ Access Center, Student Advocacy, Health Services and RWW (Resilience, Wellness, and Well Being Center). Designed by FXCollaborative and with the construction managed by Turner Construction, the scope of the renovation will include, but is not limited to, a testing room suite, medical floor, counseling floor, departmental office space, a food pantry and a yoga studio. Once completed for the Fall Semester 2026, the building will be a hub for the health and wellbeing for the Pratt students.  

Interior demolition of existing finishes and mechanical systems were completed during the summer including windows and lower lounge roofing and truss structure.  Hazardous materials removal was also completed prior to demolition in June.  

Turner construction is working on the excavation for the new elevator, exterior masonry repairs and interior room framing and sheetrock.   

Excavation  for new building water and electrical services from Willoughby Avenue has been completed.  New service connections and installation to the basement are ongoing.  New switchgear will be delivered in November 2025.

New roof-top structural support for the chiller was installed at the end of August.

In the next few weeks, construction activity will be seen including the following: 

• Interior framing and mechanical, electrical and plumbing utilities are substantially complete. 
• Exterior masonry repairs, roofing, window prep and parapet work is ongoing.
• Intermittent closure of pedestrian access along Ryerson Walk from Willoughby. On those days, pedestrian traffic will be redirected to the main gate at 200 Willoughby. 

Expected completion in June 2026. Hours of operation is from 7am – 4pm, Monday to Friday (weather and schedule dependant).

Please see below for the latest status.

• 100% Design Development (DD) set issued in late September.
• Elevator shaft / Geotech investigation, and roof inspection have been completed to inform the DD set.
• Elevator lobby circulation and landing spots are being evaluated for impacts to existing programs spaces on each floor.  
• The project will be filing a CCD1 to request the lowest stop of the elevator to be the 1st floor, not the basement. At this time it is anticipated that this will not affect the project schedule. 

Estimated start of construction is Summer 2026 with completion for Fall 2027.

The Staff apartments 1604,1606,1704,1706, and 1712 located on the 16th and 17th of Willoughby Residents Hall floors were renovated over the Summer 2025. 

The scope of work consisted of soundproofing, new electrical and lighting.

The Bathrooms interiors were renovated with new tiles, fixtures etc. No new plumbing was replaced in the 4th and 5th lines.

All walls and ceiling were given a smooth finish and freshly painted along with new flooring, new interior doors. Kitchens were updated with new cabinets, countertops and appliances. The project was completed in August 2025.

The scope includes removal and replacement of below-grade waterproofing at foundation and retaining walls, installation of new drainage basins and downspouts, resurfacing of concrete abutments, and replacement of site elements such as stair systems, railings, and mechanical pads. Work will begin in the spring and continue into Fall 2026.

The scope entailed the installation of additional inlets to capture stormwater runoff and appropriately divert it to the combined city sewer line within the campus boundaries. 

Selected areas of Newman Mall and Engineering Courtyard were cordoned off, impacting students, faculty and staff. 

The project was started in May 2025 and completed in June 2025. 

The restroom upgrades feature reinforced flooring, new floor and wall tiles, and all-new fixtures and stall partitions. The work was completed in September 2025. 

This summer upgrades were completed to the in-suite bathrooms which are over 25 years old.   

The scope of work included installation of new finishes, electrical lighting, and plumbing fixtures at 32 bathrooms within the ground, first, and second floors of the building. 

Phase 1 completed in July 2025.

Phase 2 planned for next summer will complete the renovations for suites on floors 3-5.

Scope includes removal and replacement of the existing roofing membranes, with potential structural deck modifications. Replacement of façade sealant joints is noted as an optional scope item. Work is anticipated to be phased across 2025 and 2026.

This project intends to refurbish the parapets of Steuben Hall, Pratt Studios, and The Townhouses. The project was part of routine maintenance and was done to ensure the safety of all who visit Pratt’s campus. Parapet repairs have been completed.

Repairs were done to the fire escapes to Main Hall, South Hall, and East building. The project is a routine refurbishment was done to confirm that the fire escapes are secure and safe for use. The project was completed Fall 2025.

The partial gut renovation will become the new home for the Counseling Center, Learning/ Access Center, Student Advocacy, Health Services and RWW (Resilience, Wellness, and Well Being Center). Designed by FXCollaborative and with the construction managed by Turner Construction, the scope of the renovation will include, but is not limited to, a testing room suite, medical floor, counseling floor, departmental office space, a food pantry and a yoga studio. Once completed for the Fall Semester 2026, the building will be a hub for the health and wellbeing for the Pratt students.  

In the next few weeks, construction activity will be seen including the following: 

• Environmental remediation / asbestos abatement will continue through the end of May;
• Exterior pipe scaffolding for all floors to begin on the east/west/north facades. The pipe scaffold erection will take approx 2-3 weeks and will include intermediate drilling and placement of metal framing. 
• Interior demolition — frequent unloading / moving of materials to trucks at the Ryerson Gate;
• Intermittent closure of pedestrian access along Ryerson Walk from Willoughby. On those days, pedestrian traffic will be redirected to the main gate at 200 Willoughby. 

The construction will take place from April, 2025 – August, 2026 with the hours of operation from 7am – 4pm, Monday to Friday (weather and schedule dependant). 

The Department of Digital Arts is expanding into the third floor east wing of Myrtle Hall. Designed by OTJ Architects, the new space will feature five new classrooms, specialized audio and recording rooms, and a multipurpose digital art plaza ideal for large gatherings and screenings. 

The installation of mechanical equipment is currently underway, with finish work scheduled to begin by mid-June. Construction will continue throughout the summer, including the installation of final equipment in July, with overall project completion anticipated by Fall 2025.

The Project for this summer is the renovation of the 16th and 17th floor Student dorm rooms, staff apartments and the Student Lounge located on the 17th floor. The bulk of renovation will consist of new doors, flooring, lighting, and electrical. Walls and ceilings will be given a smooth finish and painted and the work also includes new radiator covers and window treatments.  

The 4th & 5th Floor bathroom lines from the 11th Floor to the 17th Floor will be gutted and the new bathroom piping will be installed. The bathrooms will be rebuilt with a new sink, shower and toilet, including the new tiles and flooring.

The construction work for the dorm and staff rooms is anticipated to be started on or around May 23rd and be completed by August 11, 2025. The student lounge construction work is anticipated to be completed by October 2025. 

The scope includes removal and replacement of below-grade waterproofing at foundation and retaining walls, installation of new drainage basins and downspouts, resurfacing of concrete abutments, and replacement of site elements such as stair systems, railings, and mechanical pads. Currently, we are finalizing the mechanical portion of the design and beginning the DOB filing process. The anticipated start date and end date is 07/14/25 & 01/14/2025, respectively, pending favorable weather conditions. The work will generate noise, impacting occupants of the ARC lower level (e.g. Photo, IT, Math & Sci) and upper level (e.g. Gym). In addition, removal and reinstallation of mechanical equipment will temporarily eliminate exhaust fan services for the existing labs on the lower level – this work is planned for summer when classes are not in session. 

The scope entails installation of additional inlets to capture stormwater runoff and appropriately divert it to the combined city sewer line within the campus boundaries. The project has been awarded and we are currently waiting for the semester to end. The duration of the project will be from 05/19/25 to 06/18/25.  Selected areas of Newman Mall and Engineering Courtyard will be cordoned off, impacting students, faculty and staff. 

Scope of work includes removal of existing and installation of new finishes, electrical lighting, and plumbing fixtures at 32 bathrooms within the ground, first, and second floors of the building. We are currently in the process of collecting bids. Bids are due on 05/09/2025, work start date is 05/19/2025, and completion date is 08/13/2025. The work will not impact occupants of the building with the exception of resident directors staying in the summer. 

Scope includes removal and replacement of the existing roofing membranes, with potential structural deck modifications. Replacement of façade sealant joints is noted as an optional scope item. Pratt Legal is currently in the process of awarding the design to Hoffmann Architects.  Work is anticipated to be phased across 2025 and 2026, subject to weather conditions and dormitory requirements.The work will impact residence of the building should it take place during the school year.

This project intends to refurbish the parapets of Steuben Hall, Pratt Studios, and The Townhouses. The project is part of a routine maintenance and will ensure the safety of all who visit Pratt’s campus. Currently we are in the procurement phase. While this work is ongoing you may see contractors working around campus. There will also be sidewalk protection located in strategic areas, which is a standard safety procedure for parapet work. The project start date is tentatively June 2, 2025 and intends to be completed by the end of August 2025.

This project intends to restore the fire escapes to Main Hall, South Hall, and East building. The project is a routine refurbishment that intends to confirm that the fire escapes are secure and safe for use. Currently we are in the procurement phase. While this work is ongoing you may see contractors working around campus. The project start date is tentatively June 2, 2025 and intends to be completed by the end of August 2025.  

Please adhere to all signage for safety and temporary closures. Thank you for your cooperation as we continue improvements to the Campus.

Additional construction progress photos of this project and more are located here.

See frequently asked questions here.Contact Office of Facilities Management at facility@pratt.edu  or (718) 636-3579.

Ryerson Street accessible entrance is complete and is now open for access to the building in time for Spring 2025 Semester. The newly installed elevator is now available for occupants to access the upper floors of North Hall through the renovated lobby. 

Please note that ISC which is adjacent to North Hall, is currently under construction. As a result, the pedestrian gate at Ryerson Street may be periodically closed to accommodate material and equipment delivery. For alternate access, please use the entrance at 200 Willoughby Ave. 

In the coming weeks the construction fence, building scaffolding, sidewalk shed and temporary protections will be installed.

In March 2025 interior demolition work will commence.

During deliveries, Ryerson Street pedestrian entrance may be temporarily closed. As an alternative, please utilize the entrance at 200 Willoughby Avenue.

Completion is scheduled for Spring 2026.

The Department of Digital Arts is expanding into the third floor east wing of Myrtle Hall. Designed by OTJ Architects, the new space will feature five new classrooms, specialized audio and recording rooms, and a multipurpose digital art plaza ideal for large gatherings and screenings. A contractor has been selected, and construction began in mid February. 

The space is anticipated to be ready for the start of the Fall Semester in 2025.

Please adhere to all signage for safety and temporary closures. Thank you for your cooperation as we continue improvements to the Campus.

For the latest update regarding the work requests, please refer to the 2025 Master Conditions Report. Submit a work order here.

Contact Office of Facilities Management at facility@pratt.edu  or (718) 636-3579.

The new Ryerson Street entrance and ramp is complete and is scheduled to be open January 2025. The Lobby ceiling and flooring renovation work is scheduled starting the week of December 16th and expected to be completed January 2025. Fire alarm inspection is scheduled for mid-January 2025. Elevator DOB inspection is scheduled for the end of December. Facilities will continue to monitor the work and provide updates on future changes. 

ARC Athletic Facility Bathrooms & Lockers Upgrade: The project has reached the final close-out stage, with all major work now complete. The facility lobby showcases a welcoming and modern design, new entry sequence that seamlessly leads visitors to the court. Public restrooms and locker rooms are substantially finished, with remaining punch list items scheduled for completion by December 1st. The new lockers and training facilities were made ready for a game on November 16th, marking an important milestone. Full access to the updated locker rooms will be available to all at the beginning of December.

Turner Construction was retained as Construction Manager in July and began pre-construction services working with the design team led by FXCollaborative. Site protection and scaffolding is expected to begin in the coming weeks with an anticipated start of construction in early 2025. Completion is scheduled for Spring 2026.

The Department of Digital Arts is expanding into the third floor east wing of Myrtle Hall. Designed by OTJ Architects, the new space will feature five new classrooms, specialized audio and recording rooms, and a multipurpose digital art plaza ideal for large gatherings and screenings. The project’s construction documents have been completed and issued out for bidding. The space is anticipated to be ready for the start of the fall semester in 2025

Please adhere to all signage for safety and temporary closures. Thank you for your cooperation as we continue improvements to the Campus.

For the latest update regarding the work requests, please refer to the 2024 Master Conditions Report. Submit a work order here.

Contact Office of Facilities Management at facility@pratt.edu  or (718) 636-3579.

The work is 90% complete. The elevator hoist way,equipment and cab are installed. The new entrance doors, windows are completed. The canopy work is in progress.

The concrete work for the accessible ramp is complete. The metal railing installation is in progress. Also, Phase Two Electrical Work is complete.

Metal panels for the elevator shaft and wall tile at elevator entrance will be installed in the next (3) weeks.

The elevator cab flooring installation is ongoing.

The elevator balancing leveling is scheduled for the end of October.

The DOB elevator inspection is pending. 

Facades Projects: Facade projects are ongoing this Fall.

The work is 90% complete. North, East, and South pipe scaffolds are demobilized. The sidewalk shed on the East Elevation is complete. West Elevation is about 92% complete. The soil side of the wall has been excavated for the North Elevation Retaining Wall.

Work is approximately 99% complete overall.

We are awaiting the final engineer’s report to start removal of the bridging.  

The anticipated completion of the work is at the end of October.

When completed, the new ARC will be a major upgrade of the 50+ year-old structure – a modern, accessible, Code-compliant facility comprised of a new entrance Lobby, gender-flexible Locker Rooms for home and visiting teams, Team, Training, and Equipment Storage Rooms, Coach’s Offices and Conference Room, and All-Gender Restrooms.  HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems were replaced throughout.  New furniture, lockers, and IT, AV and security systems are provided, as well. 

Status: The schedule provided by the Construction Manager indicates the end of October turnover to Pratt.

Bathrooms, lockers and training facilities are 90% complete. Accessible entrance doors, new lobby and turnstiles are scheduled for October.

Millwork and bathroom partitions are ongoing. HVAC testing and balancing in progress.

The ISC is undergoing a partial gut renovation to become the new home for Counseling, Learning Access, Student Advocacy, Health Services and Student Affairs. Designed by FXCollaborative, Turner Construction has been hired as the Construction Manager for the project. The scope of work includes new testing rooms, a medical floor, counseling and conference rooms, a food pantry and Student Affairs suite. Once completed, the building will be a hub for the health and wellbeing of the Pratt community.

Turner Construction has been engaged for pre-construction services and is actively working on procuring long-lead items. In the next few weeks, the building will be enclosed with a site fence in preparation for work to begin. Concurrently, the construction documentation has recently been completed by the design team led by FXCollaboration. 

In the coming weeks, the contractor will begin to construct perimeter fencing around the building.

Please adhere to all signage for safety and temporary closures. Thank you for your cooperation as we continue improvements to the Campus.

For the latest update regarding the work requests, please refer to the 2024 Master Conditions Report. Submit a work order here.Contact Office of Facilities Management at facility@pratt.edu  or (718) 636-3579.

Final training and adjustments on the  East Hall Boiler Plant continue; the boilers and infrastructure have been completed. 

Due to work on the Plaza landscape and sitework improvements, the building is not accessible from Grand Avenue. As an alternative, the building is accessible from the courtyard side of East Hall.

The work consists of new seating with trees, plants and lighting. The Project is approximately 95% completed. A new sidewalk has been constructed on the Grand Ave along the Plaza.

The planter and trees have been installed. The pavers are being installed and the canopy and work tables are under construction.

The project is expected to be completed in August 2024.

In the next few weeks, scaffolding will be erected to start the facade restoration project on the courtyard side of East Hall. It will be noisy and dusty at times. We will continue to provide updates on the project timeline.  

The East Hall is not accessible from Grand Avenue. As an alternative, the building is accessible from the courtyard side.

Please see below for a bird’s eye view of Plaza work courtesy JRM Construction Management. Also included below are photos of landscaping and plaza progress photos.

Installation of the new elevator and Ryerson entrance are ongoing.

The elevator shaft and exterior wall have been constructed. The new stairs and ramp leading to the new elevator lobby will begin in the next few weeks.

Expected Completion is the end of September 2024. The elevator will be available for public use post NYC Department of Buildings elevator inspection approval.

Ryerson Gate is temporarily closed due to construction. As an alternative, please enter via the main entrance gate at 200 Willoughby Ave. There is an accessible entrance on Grand Ave to North Hall.

FISP facade repairs are underway.

Scaffolding has been erected along the facade.

Expected completion is Winter 2024.

Please adhere to signage posted for safety.

Progress Photo of ELJ Hall scaffolding below.

Phase 3, exterior facade and window repairs are underway.

The final phase of the work began this Summer. Repairs to the rear of the building will continue into the Fall.

Repairs to the rear of the building will continue until the Fall.

Completion is expected by September 2024.

The installation of the new custom windows in both Machinery and Chemistry Buildings continues this Summer and into Fall 2024.

The new windows will be double pain and thermal. Replacements continue at both locations including installation.

The windows were designed to match the original as closely as possible to maintain the 1900’s character.

Expected completion is August 2024.

Facilities are working with the departments in both Machinery and Chemistry Buildings to coordinate the installation schedule.

See below for Progress Photos of Machinery & Engineering Building Window Replacement Project

Willoughby Residence Hall Interior renovations continue this summer for 3 additional floors (12, 14 & 15). Work included new finishes to interior walls, ceiling, flooring, lighting, new bedroom doors, appliances and bathroom renovations. Upgrades to corridor lighting, carpeting and apartment doors were also part of the interior renovations.

Expected Completion is August 2024.

Access to the 12th, 14th and 15th floor will be restricted temporarily until completion of the renovation.

See below for Progress Photos of 215 Willoughby Residence Hall Renovation.

Project scope includes a complete gut-renovation/ replacement of the gym-level locker rooms, athletic facilities and restrooms. Work is under construction, with partitions and infrastructure upgrades nearing completion, and finish work underway.  

The schedule provided by the Construction Manager, Richter+Ratner indicates a mid-October turnover to Pratt.

When completed, the new ARC will be a major upgrade of the 50+ year-old structure – a modern, accessible, Code-compliant facility comprised of a new entrance Lobby, gender-flexible Locker Rooms for home and visiting teams, Team, Training, and Equipment Storage Rooms, Coach’s Offices and Conference Room, and All-Gender Restrooms.  HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems were replaced throughout.  New furniture, lockers, and IT, AV and security systems are provided, as well.    

Please adhere to all signage for safety and temporary closures. Thank you for your cooperation as we continue improvements to the Campus.

For the latest update regarding the work requests, please refer to the 2024 Master Conditions Report.Contact Office of Facilities Management at facility@pratt.edu  or (718) 636-3579.