Tom attended New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) and has worked with MDS since December, 2015. He is the Director of Architecture leading various projects, ensuring a quality and successful outcome.
Humidity and high wind were taken into careful consideration when designing for the restaurant. With patron comfort being one of the essential objectives in the design, we designed a flooring system using a structural insulation panels system with splines to attach each panel for greater stability and resistance to tidal movement.
The panels were comprised of marine-grade plywood, polyisocyanurate insulation and a low-emitting composite wood substrate flooring for enhanced moisture resistance. This allowed us to achieve a uniformly level floor while meeting energy code and providing a comfortable walking surface that could receive the designed floor finishes.
High performance windows and exterior doors provide for minimal extrusions to meet the demands of the climate as well as maximize the views. Custom folding glass doors were utilized to open the space to the south deck on fair weather days to allow patrons to enjoy unobstructed spectacular sunset views over the famed Manhasset Bay.
To protect the drainage pipes below the deck from freezing, electrical heat trace was utilized. Since the existing roof structure could not support the weight of the ventilation equipment required to provide energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; a system of elevated steel dunnage above the walk-in boxes were designed to support the mechanical equipment as well as to keep it elevated well above the flood plain.
Mark Design Studios Architecture PC designed a new Cafetia/All-Purpose Room & classroom addition at Hampton Elementary School. This project also includes a new synthetic turf field for the Varsity High School teams as well as renovation of the existing cafeteria space to repurpose into additional classrooms. The APR addition features a sloping metal roof with integrated solar PV system, new Kitchen and main space serving as a Cafeteria as well as APR for other curriculum and extra-curricular activities.
Additional projects included an innovative new Fabrication Lab for Mineola High School. This unique space houses the robotics program and incorporates a seamless blend of glass-enclosed computer facilities, production/fabrication shop and mezzanine to add storage space to the former auto shop. Other projects at Mineola High School included renovation of the Band & Choral Rooms, Main Lobby renovation, new synthetic turf multi-sport athletic field and corridor locker replacement.
Mark Design Studios Architecture PC provided professional architectural and design services for Levittown School District as part of an extensive capital improvement project to upgrade and modernize facilities throughout the District. Projects included:
Coffered ceilings have been restored and the original deteriorated one foot by one foot ceiling tiles were replaced with new high performance acoustic panels that blend into the ceiling for improved acoustic performance and to integrate the diffusers from the new high efficiency HVAC system. The original brass and crystal chandeliers and glass pendant lighting fixtures have been cleaned, polished, and rewired to accept new LED bulbs with the ability to be dimmed and integrated into the new state-of-the-art theatrical lighting system.
The result of this multi-phase project integrates 21st Century functional practices and the allure and glamour of the Art Deco era into a public building that is the crown jewel and point of pride for the Lawrence community.
Chaminade commissioned this new facility adjacent to their existing campus to better suit the needs of its students and the community. The project included demolition of the former auto dealership, on-site soil remediation, and construction of the new multi-level building served by an on-site parking field. Since construction, we have implemented integrated solar electric panels onto the metal standing seam roof.
Natalie attends NYIT in their 5 year program for her Bachelors in Architecture and will be graduating in May of 2023. She joined our team in December 2021 and has been a great addition to the team. She aspires to become a commercial architect, specializing in hospitals and healthcare facilities.
Fiona started working with us in September, 2021 as an Interior Design Intern and now is currently in the position of Assistant Project Manager. She has her BFA degree in Interior Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT). She has a positive and can-do attitude that fits right into our busy firm. Her impressive 3D modeling skills have already contributed greatly to help our clients visualize their projects into reality.
A 656-unit affordable luxury residential complex located in Hauppauge, NY. A redesign of the existing apartments, plus a ground-up vision for the clubhouse, pool, fitness center and other newly built facilities, for a complete overhaul of the property into an attainable luxury development.
The complex offers five-star amenities including two resort-style swimming pools, a sports court, a dog park, an outdoor BBQ and dining area, a playground, and a fitness & wellness room complete with Matrix equipment. A clubhouse is positioned as the hub of the complex set among manicured and well-lit, park-like grounds.
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