JLGA is designing a 5,100 SF imaging bay addition to Building 39 at The Nathan Kline Research Institute to house a 47-ton, 9.4 Tesla MRI scanner. The project includes the renovation of adjacent structures to support the new facility, with special attention to shielding against radio frequency interference and magnetic fringe fields. Key challenges include accommodating the installation of the large-scale MRI equipment and developing a phased construction plan to minimize disruption. JLGA’s scope also includes existing conditions modeling, preparation of a Program Report to define project parameters and options, budget development, hazardous material investigation, and commissioning services. The design will incorporate sustainable strategies in alignment with New York State Executive Order 88.

Anticipated Completion: 2027

JLGA is currently serving as Executive Architect for the comprehensive renovation and restoration of the historic Art Students League of New York building on West 57th Street. The scope includes restoring the building’s exterior envelope and roofs, a reorganization of studio and gallery spaces, upgrading MEP infrastructure, and replacing three large-scale first-floor skylights. JLGA is coordinating a multidisciplinary team of consultants, ensuring seamless collaboration across all phases, from design through construction. With a deep understanding of the building’s existing conditions and its operational complexities, JLGA is committed to preserving the League’s cultural legacy while guiding critical upgrades that will support its continued role as a premier institution for arts education.

Anticipated Completion: 2026