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Mark Ginsberg introduces building design and resiliency features

New York City Council · Jul 1, 2026 · starts 0:11:24 · 43 sec

Mark Ginsberg of Curtis Ginsberg Architects describes the building as creating 410 affordable units with community facility space and a supermarket along Surf Avenue. He highlights 2080 flood compliance, energy efficiency, and panelized facade system for faster construction.

Mark Ginsberg

Good morning.

Mark Ginsberg

I'm Mark Ginsberg of Curtis Ginsberg Architects here with my associate, Van Shaw.

Mark Ginsberg

We're excited to be here.

Mark Ginsberg

This building will create, as been noted, 410 units of affordable housing, two community facility space, and a

Mark Ginsberg

commercial space along Surf Avenue that is designed to be for a supermarket.

Mark Ginsberg

The building is very resilient.

Mark Ginsberg

Meeting 2080 flood requirements, is energy efficient, and we think is beautiful.

Mark Ginsberg

Next slide, please.