The Cheder School

Brooklyn, NY

Project Size: 40,200 sf

Project Description:

The new 3-story building is located in a residential neighborhood in Brooklyn.  The building was restricted to a 30’-0” height to the roof level.  As a result, a significant portion of the program was located in the cellar and sub-cellar floors.  The 2-story gymnasium, lunchroom and kitchens were located below grade.  The administrative offices, classrooms, 2-story synagogues and dormitories were located in the three above-grade levels.  Although the building is only 30’-0” high, it has the appearance of verticality from the various front façade geometries and elements.  Tall curtain wall windows and brick piers give the building a horizontal presence, while brick reveals provide horizontal balance to the building.  The use of abundant glass gives the building a light and open aesthetic appearance.