29 Jay Street

Dumbo's first Class A office space– where the future works.

The 11-story, 225,000 square foot, 29 Jay Street development is first new ground up commercial building for over 100 years in the iconic and landmarked Dumbo Brooklyn neighborhood of NYC. Inspired by the innovative cast in place concrete technology of the adjacent historic Gair Buildings, and Manhattan Bridge's cross bracing, the distinctive faceted glass fiber-reinforced concrete ("GFRC") facade is sculpturally contextual.

Dumbo's first Class A office space– where the future works.

The 11-story, 225,000 square foot, 29 Jay Street development is first new ground up commercial building for over 100 years in the iconic and landmarked Dumbo Brooklyn neighborhood of NYC.

Inspired by the innovative cast in place concrete technology of the adjacent historic Gair Buildings, and Manhattan Bridge's cross bracing, the distinctive faceted glass fiber-reinforced concrete ("GFRC") facade is sculpturally contextual.

© David Sundberg Esto
Tenants enjoy extensive wellness amenities, a carefully landscaped and programmed roof deck, and side-core floor plates maximize access to natural light and views and contribute to an optimal work environment.
© David Sundberg Esto

"Astounding! It stands out as it fits in, which is exactly what new buildings in historic districts should do. It’s very much a Dumbo building."

Commissioner, Landmarks Preservation Commission
© David Sundberg Esto
© David Sundberg Esto
The contextual design celebrates the neighborhoods narrow streets, continuous street walls, and visual canyons framing views towards Brooklyn Bridge Park, Manhattan, and the iconic Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges overhead.
Inspired by the bridges cross bracing, the sculptural faceting of the cladding, formed of lightweight warm-colored glass fiber reinforced concrete (“GFRC”), contributes to the texture of the streetscape in the commonly oblique view, and compliments the concrete facades typical of the landmark districts.

"When viewed directly, the facade’s muscular bay rhythm, and forest green metal windows and details, further speak to the rugged and genuine quality of the neighborhood - creating a building both of its place and time."

Tim Fryatt, Partner at Marvel
Facade Model © Marvel
© David Sundberg Esto
© David Sundberg Esto
The goal was to achieve modern commercial use with a historic industrial feel, taking the next step in the neighborhood’s technology evolution. The faceted GFRC skin recalls nearby cast- in-place concrete structures while providing a dynamic raking view of the facade in the tight Dumbo streets.
© David Sundberg Esto
© David Sundberg Esto
29 Jay encompassed a comprehensive scope for interior design, which involved the development of detailed floor plans, reflected ceiling and lighting layouts, interior elevations, and construction details for various interior spaces such as the main lobby, amenity areas, fitness center, and office spaces.
Marvel was tasked with coordinating the selection of materials and finishes, creating three-dimensional sketches for visual representation, and ensuring that all design elements met fire and safety codes.
© David Sundberg Esto

Dumbo's first Class A office space– where the future works.

The 11-story, 225,000 square foot, 29 Jay Street development is first new ground up commercial building for over 100 years in the iconic and landmarked Dumbo Brooklyn neighborhood of NYC. Inspired by the innovative cast in place concrete technology of the adjacent historic Gair Buildings, and Manhattan Bridge's cross bracing, the distinctive faceted glass fiber-reinforced concrete ("GFRC") facade is sculpturally contextual.

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Tenants enjoy extensive wellness amenities, a carefully landscaped and programmed roof deck, and side-core floor plates maximize access to natural light and views and contribute to an optimal work environment.
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"Astounding! It stands out as it fits in, which is exactly what new buildings in historic districts should do. It’s very much a Dumbo building."

Commissioner, Landmarks Preservation Commission
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The contextual design celebrates the neighborhoods narrow streets, continuous street walls, and visual canyons framing views towards Brooklyn Bridge Park, Manhattan, and the iconic Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges overhead.
2024DS20
Inspired by the bridges cross bracing, the sculptural faceting of the cladding, formed of lightweight warm-colored glass fiber reinforced concrete (“GFRC”), contributes to the texture of the streetscape in the commonly oblique view, and compliments the concrete facades typical of the landmark districts.
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When viewed directly, the facade’s muscular bay rhythm, and forest green metal windows and details, further speak to the rugged and genuine quality of the neighborhood - creating a building both of its place and time.
2024DS20
29 Jay encompassed a comprehensive scope for interior design, which involved the development of detailed floor plans, reflected ceiling and lighting layouts, interior elevations, and construction details for various interior spaces such as the main lobby, amenity areas, fitness center, and office spaces.
2024DS20
Marvel was tasked with coordinating the selection of materials and finishes, creating three-dimensional sketches for visual representation, and ensuring that all design elements met fire and safety codes.
2024DS20

29 Jay Street

Dumbo's first Class A office space– where the future works.

The 11-story, 225,000 square foot, 29 Jay Street development is first new ground up commercial building for over 100 years in the iconic and landmarked Dumbo Brooklyn neighborhood of NYC. Inspired by the innovative cast in place concrete technology of the adjacent historic Gair Buildings, and Manhattan Bridge's cross bracing, the distinctive faceted glass fiber-reinforced concrete ("GFRC") facade is sculpturally contextual.

Dumbo's first Class A office space– where the future works.

The 11-story, 225,000 square foot, 29 Jay Street development is first new ground up commercial building for over 100 years in the iconic and landmarked Dumbo Brooklyn neighborhood of NYC.

Inspired by the innovative cast in place concrete technology of the adjacent historic Gair Buildings, and Manhattan Bridge's cross bracing, the distinctive faceted glass fiber-reinforced concrete ("GFRC") facade is sculpturally contextual.

© David Sundberg Esto
Tenants enjoy extensive wellness amenities, a carefully landscaped and programmed roof deck, and side-core floor plates maximize access to natural light and views and contribute to an optimal work environment.
© David Sundberg Esto

"Astounding! It stands out as it fits in, which is exactly what new buildings in historic districts should do. It’s very much a Dumbo building."

Commissioner, Landmarks Preservation Commission
© David Sundberg Esto
© David Sundberg Esto
The contextual design celebrates the neighborhoods narrow streets, continuous street walls, and visual canyons framing views towards Brooklyn Bridge Park, Manhattan, and the iconic Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges overhead.
Inspired by the bridges cross bracing, the sculptural faceting of the cladding, formed of lightweight warm-colored glass fiber reinforced concrete (“GFRC”), contributes to the texture of the streetscape in the commonly oblique view, and compliments the concrete facades typical of the landmark districts.

"When viewed directly, the facade’s muscular bay rhythm, and forest green metal windows and details, further speak to the rugged and genuine quality of the neighborhood - creating a building both of its place and time."

Tim Fryatt, Partner at Marvel
Facade Model © Marvel
© David Sundberg Esto
© David Sundberg Esto
The goal was to achieve modern commercial use with a historic industrial feel, taking the next step in the neighborhood’s technology evolution. The faceted GFRC skin recalls nearby cast- in-place concrete structures while providing a dynamic raking view of the facade in the tight Dumbo streets.
© David Sundberg Esto
© David Sundberg Esto
29 Jay encompassed a comprehensive scope for interior design, which involved the development of detailed floor plans, reflected ceiling and lighting layouts, interior elevations, and construction details for various interior spaces such as the main lobby, amenity areas, fitness center, and office spaces.
Marvel was tasked with coordinating the selection of materials and finishes, creating three-dimensional sketches for visual representation, and ensuring that all design elements met fire and safety codes.
© David Sundberg Esto

Dumbo's first Class A office space– where the future works.

The 11-story, 225,000 square foot, 29 Jay Street development is first new ground up commercial building for over 100 years in the iconic and landmarked Dumbo Brooklyn neighborhood of NYC. Inspired by the innovative cast in place concrete technology of the adjacent historic Gair Buildings, and Manhattan Bridge's cross bracing, the distinctive faceted glass fiber-reinforced concrete ("GFRC") facade is sculpturally contextual.

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Tenants enjoy extensive wellness amenities, a carefully landscaped and programmed roof deck, and side-core floor plates maximize access to natural light and views and contribute to an optimal work environment.
2024DS20

"Astounding! It stands out as it fits in, which is exactly what new buildings in historic districts should do. It’s very much a Dumbo building."

Commissioner, Landmarks Preservation Commission
2024DS20
The contextual design celebrates the neighborhoods narrow streets, continuous street walls, and visual canyons framing views towards Brooklyn Bridge Park, Manhattan, and the iconic Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges overhead.
2024DS20
Inspired by the bridges cross bracing, the sculptural faceting of the cladding, formed of lightweight warm-colored glass fiber reinforced concrete (“GFRC”), contributes to the texture of the streetscape in the commonly oblique view, and compliments the concrete facades typical of the landmark districts.
2024DS20
When viewed directly, the facade’s muscular bay rhythm, and forest green metal windows and details, further speak to the rugged and genuine quality of the neighborhood - creating a building both of its place and time.
2024DS20
29 Jay encompassed a comprehensive scope for interior design, which involved the development of detailed floor plans, reflected ceiling and lighting layouts, interior elevations, and construction details for various interior spaces such as the main lobby, amenity areas, fitness center, and office spaces.
2024DS20
Marvel was tasked with coordinating the selection of materials and finishes, creating three-dimensional sketches for visual representation, and ensuring that all design elements met fire and safety codes.
2024DS20

29 Jay Street

Dumbo's first Class A office space– where the future works.

The 11-story, 225,000 square foot, 29 Jay Street development is first new ground up commercial building for over 100 years in the iconic and landmarked Dumbo Brooklyn neighborhood of NYC. Inspired by the innovative cast in place concrete technology of the adjacent historic Gair Buildings, and Manhattan Bridge's cross bracing, the distinctive faceted glass fiber-reinforced concrete ("GFRC") facade is sculpturally contextual.

Dumbo's first Class A office space– where the future works.

The 11-story, 225,000 square foot, 29 Jay Street development is first new ground up commercial building for over 100 years in the iconic and landmarked Dumbo Brooklyn neighborhood of NYC.

Inspired by the innovative cast in place concrete technology of the adjacent historic Gair Buildings, and Manhattan Bridge's cross bracing, the distinctive faceted glass fiber-reinforced concrete ("GFRC") facade is sculpturally contextual.

© David Sundberg Esto
Tenants enjoy extensive wellness amenities, a carefully landscaped and programmed roof deck, and side-core floor plates maximize access to natural light and views and contribute to an optimal work environment.
© David Sundberg Esto

"Astounding! It stands out as it fits in, which is exactly what new buildings in historic districts should do. It’s very much a Dumbo building."

Commissioner, Landmarks Preservation Commission
© David Sundberg Esto
© David Sundberg Esto
The contextual design celebrates the neighborhoods narrow streets, continuous street walls, and visual canyons framing views towards Brooklyn Bridge Park, Manhattan, and the iconic Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges overhead.
Inspired by the bridges cross bracing, the sculptural faceting of the cladding, formed of lightweight warm-colored glass fiber reinforced concrete (“GFRC”), contributes to the texture of the streetscape in the commonly oblique view, and compliments the concrete facades typical of the landmark districts.

"When viewed directly, the facade’s muscular bay rhythm, and forest green metal windows and details, further speak to the rugged and genuine quality of the neighborhood - creating a building both of its place and time."

Tim Fryatt, Partner at Marvel
Facade Model © Marvel
© David Sundberg Esto
© David Sundberg Esto
The goal was to achieve modern commercial use with a historic industrial feel, taking the next step in the neighborhood’s technology evolution. The faceted GFRC skin recalls nearby cast- in-place concrete structures while providing a dynamic raking view of the facade in the tight Dumbo streets.
© David Sundberg Esto
© David Sundberg Esto
29 Jay encompassed a comprehensive scope for interior design, which involved the development of detailed floor plans, reflected ceiling and lighting layouts, interior elevations, and construction details for various interior spaces such as the main lobby, amenity areas, fitness center, and office spaces.
Marvel was tasked with coordinating the selection of materials and finishes, creating three-dimensional sketches for visual representation, and ensuring that all design elements met fire and safety codes.
© David Sundberg Esto

Dumbo's first Class A office space– where the future works.

The 11-story, 225,000 square foot, 29 Jay Street development is first new ground up commercial building for over 100 years in the iconic and landmarked Dumbo Brooklyn neighborhood of NYC. Inspired by the innovative cast in place concrete technology of the adjacent historic Gair Buildings, and Manhattan Bridge's cross bracing, the distinctive faceted glass fiber-reinforced concrete ("GFRC") facade is sculpturally contextual.

2024DS20
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Tenants enjoy extensive wellness amenities, a carefully landscaped and programmed roof deck, and side-core floor plates maximize access to natural light and views and contribute to an optimal work environment.
2024DS20

"Astounding! It stands out as it fits in, which is exactly what new buildings in historic districts should do. It’s very much a Dumbo building."

Commissioner, Landmarks Preservation Commission
2024DS20
The contextual design celebrates the neighborhoods narrow streets, continuous street walls, and visual canyons framing views towards Brooklyn Bridge Park, Manhattan, and the iconic Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges overhead.
2024DS20
Inspired by the bridges cross bracing, the sculptural faceting of the cladding, formed of lightweight warm-colored glass fiber reinforced concrete (“GFRC”), contributes to the texture of the streetscape in the commonly oblique view, and compliments the concrete facades typical of the landmark districts.
2024DS20
When viewed directly, the facade’s muscular bay rhythm, and forest green metal windows and details, further speak to the rugged and genuine quality of the neighborhood - creating a building both of its place and time.
2024DS20
29 Jay encompassed a comprehensive scope for interior design, which involved the development of detailed floor plans, reflected ceiling and lighting layouts, interior elevations, and construction details for various interior spaces such as the main lobby, amenity areas, fitness center, and office spaces.
2024DS20
Marvel was tasked with coordinating the selection of materials and finishes, creating three-dimensional sketches for visual representation, and ensuring that all design elements met fire and safety codes.
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Location

Brooklyn, NY

Client

Edward J. Minskoff Equities

Typology

Size

233,445 SF

Design Team

Jonathan Marvel, Tim Fryatt, Tyler Silvestro, Edna Echandi-Guzman, Andrew Torres, Clara Goitia, Guillermo Gonzalez, Sabdiel Diaz, Diego Rivera, Sami Sikanas, Zeyi Jiang

Consultants

Ysrael A. Seinuk, P.C. (YAS, Structural Engineer); WSP (MEPS Engineer); MRCE (Geotechnical); Vidaris (Facade and Waterproofing); JAM (Expeditor); Sciame (Construction Manager); Longman Lindsey (Acoustics); Steven Winter Associates (LEED); George Sexton (Lighting); Philip Habib Assoc (Civil Engineer); Citywide (Elevator); Higgins, Quasebarth & Partners (Historic Consultant); ENTEK (Facade Cleaning)