In this episode our host Sisto Martello,  President and CEO of Design 2147,Ltd  shares his thoughts about the hot topics in Development in NYC and the New Adventures Design 2147,Ltd is taking on,

In this episode we talk with  Matthew Cotter, Vice President of ACRISURE   about insurance for NYC Construction Projects. The dos and don'ts of Insurance Renewals and New Policy Owners.

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In this episode we talk with Lee Brandt,  Principal at HLB Lighting Design. Lee takes us into the world of lighting, controlling of lighting and the design aspect of making a success project.  In our discussion we talk about how efficient lighting has become and yet there is more to come in the near future to comply with a greener building.

If lighting is your passion this is a can't miss episode.

In this episode we talk with Philip Tanella, Owner of A+ Asbestos Investigation about the filing process of projects in NYC with or without asbestos.. Phil brings us up to date of how and what to file in 2024 compared to when it all began in 1987. He describes the filing process with DEP and New York City Department of Buildings. A can't miss episode.

In this episode we talk with Brooke Schrafan, Principal at Capalino, about navigating the approval, permitting and signoff process for construction projects in New York City.

In this episode we talk with Anthony Brannan, President of Metro Mechanical, about the new types of HVAC systems that are being installed in new buildings. Anthony shares insights into some of the recent and cutting-edge equipment designs, and also shares some of the challenges faced by ensuring compliance of new equipment with the NYS Energy code.

In this episode we talk with Gabrielle Benazzi, Executive Quality Assurance Manager at Benazzi Engineering, about special inspections on construction projects. Gabrielle sheds light on the evolving landscape of inspection methodologies, highlighting recent shifts and offering insights into the strategies employed to execute and adhere to the rigorous standards outlined in the New York City Building Code.

In this episode we talk with Robert Costomiris, President of MIYOM Group, about helping individuals & families with less than bank-ready credit scores buy a home. Robb shares insights into some of the challenges new homeowners face and how they acquire, fund, and prepare properties for owners across the country.

At the moment, Design 2147, Ltd is bustling with numerous projects, particularly focused on transforming offices into residential spaces in New York City, and recent episodes have revealed this trend's rewards and noteworthy challenges.

What are some of the challenges of zoning in New York City? Nicole Campo, AICP, Principal Technical Director at Matrix New World Engineering, discusses zoning and permitting issues specific to complex projects.