Community Organizations
Westport Weston Family YMCA
Since the Westport Weston Family YMCA’s successful opening of the Bedford Family Center, the Family YMCA engaged Zubatkin to lead a strategic master plan to further develop its campus identity, improve circulation and access, and centralize program offerings. Priorities centered on improvements to the YMCA’s campus, including its summer camp, gymnastics and wellness programs.
The campus master plan was realized through the implementation of several major projects:
- A 22,000 SF addition to the Bedford Family Center providing spaces for gymnastics, classrooms, and expanded wellness areas. The expansion also allowed the YMCA to grow offerings for high-demand programs, such as group exercise classes, indoor cycling, youth programs, dance, and support after-school activities.
- Improvements to the campus included a new outdoor lap and teaching pool, pool house, splash pad, activity pavilions, giant slides, archery range, climbing wall, and multi-sports field. The scope also included the renovation of Becks Lodge into a youth/teen center, renovation of the outdoor amphitheater, and upgrades to the playground. Extensive sitework and landscape improvements enhanced circulation and accessibility throughout the campus including a fitness trail loop and recreational water access.
The projects were carefully phased to allow the YMCA to maintain ongoing operations during construction and were successfully delivered on schedule and within budget through the COVID-19 pandemic.
UJA-Federation of New York
UJA-Federation of New York is the central philanthropic and planning organization for New York’s Jewish community, supporting hundreds of organizations both locally and around the world. As one of its centennial initiatives in 2017, the organization launched Upward New York, a comprehensive antipoverty program designed to help individuals and families move from crisis to stability.
The Queens Hub is a multi-service center that supports one of the City’s most vulnerable communities. Delivered in partnership with Commonpoint Queens, the building houses several UJA nonprofit partners and offers a central point to access a variety of essential financial, legal, employment, mental health, counseling, and food distribution resources. The construction involved a full interior and exterior renovation to convert a former bowling alley into a state-of-the-art facility that features classrooms, computer labs, a teaching kitchen, a pantry, and counseling and administration spaces.
Siwanoy Country Club
Established in 1901 and home of the historic first PGA championship, Siwanoy Country Club is one of the finest private member-owned clubs in lower Westchester County. To further its mission of providing the highest level of services and improve its amenity offerings, the Club embarked on a multi-phase master plan to renovate its clubhouse and redevelop the golf facility. The first phase of the program focused on the clubhouse renovation and features new state of the art kitchen and dining facilities, completely renovated and enlarged interior spaces, and new multi-level exterior member areas overlooking the golf course.
USGA
The United States Golf Association (USGA) is the leading organization dedicated to the game of golf, serving as the governing body for the sport in both the United States and Mexico. Based in Liberty Corner, New Jersey, the USGA owns and operates a historic, 230-acre campus that includes its global administrative headquarters, a public museum, a research and test center, and an outdoor putting green.
The USGA embarked on a master planning process to reimagine its global headquarters, foster a more inclusive image of the organization, and better position its facilities for the future. The multi-phased project involved the renovation and addition of over 125,000 sf of offices in open, activity-based layouts reflective of today’s collaborative and digital work environment. The program also included a golf simulator, a state-of-the-art exercise facility, conference space, data center, and other supporting infrastructure. To reflect the USGA’s commitment to environmental stewardship, significant landscape enhancements were implemented to improve campus accessibility and incorporate sustainable resource conservation strategies. The project is respective of the unique historic character of the campus, and the work was phased to allow the institution to maintain ongoing operations during construction.
Country Club of New Canaan
Central Synagogue
Private Club
Home to a premiere Private Club in Midtown Manhattan, this iconic building was designed in 1899 by McKim, Mead & White and is designated as a New York City Landmark. The facility includes a luxurious dining hall, event spaces, athletic facilities, guest accommodations, and a world-class library.
To further its mission of providing the highest level of service to its members and improve the guest experience, the Club embarked on several major capital projects to maintain its facilities:
- Complete renovation of the Main Dining Room, including restoration and cleaning of the celebrated ceiling mural, lighting upgrades, and fireplace restoration
- Renovations to all guest rooms to modernize design and improve member experience
- Complete renovation of the women’s locker rooms
- Facility-wide infrastructure improvements, including fire alarm and life safety upgrades
All work was undertaken with sensitivity to the original historic design, and the schedule was phased to allow the club to maintain ongoing operations throughout construction. The projects also required the navigation of public approvals from the Landmarks Preservation Commission.
The Webster Apartments
Madison Square Boys & Girls Club
Each year, Madison Square Boys & Girls Club provides essential programming to over 5,000 young people in New York City communities most in need. Its Clubhouses provide a safe, nurturing environment that supports academic success, good character & citizenship, and the adoption of a healthy lifestyle for youth ages 6-18.
To further its mission, Madison embarked on a project to build a new, flagship facility on West 155th Street and Bradhurst Avenue. The four-story Clubhouse will contain modern educational spaces and recreational facilities including a rooftop soccer field and indoor basketball court, as well as innovative visual and performing arts spaces including a music and production studio, screening room and digital media and technology lab. The Clubhouse will also serve as the organization’s new citywide administrative hub and headquarters.