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Patsy's Pizzeria

Patsy’s Pizzeria first opened it’s New York City location at 2287-91 1st Avenue in 1933, having been the dream of a pair of immigrant newlyweds Pasquale ‘Patsy’ and Carmella Lancieri.

Project scope

Patsy’s Pizzeria quickly established itself as a family style, old-fashioned neighborhood restaurant. New Yorkers who wished to taste authentic Italian cuisine and newly developed brick oven pizza flocked to Patsy’s Pizzeria, which became the first restaurant to offer pizza by the slice. Every year thousands of tourists from around the world plan their trips to New York around a visit to Patsy’s Pizzeria and a slice. Being world renowned has not deterred the locals, entertainers and athletes from dining at the legendary establishment.

By executing a brand re-fresh and establishing brand standards and a solid infrastructure, we've ensured this iconic NY institution will continue to live on in infamy.

+ Architectural renderings & prototype
+ Design/build
+ Construction management
+ Financial modeling & construction budgeting

Line drawing of a room with a fireplace and framed art on the brick wall.

Patsy's Pizzeria sign on a brick wall, with framed photos below and hanging lights.

Pizzeria interior with brick walls, a pizza oven, and a wooden counter. Signage reads

Inside Patsy's Pizzeria, people ordering at the counter, brick wall, oven, green sign, and cold drinks.

Brandi Pizzeria

In June 1889, the new sovereigns of Italy were in Naples for the Reclamation of the City. Queen Margherita of Savoy expressed her desire to try the favorite dish of the people. So, the Head of Dining Services at the Royal Palace, Camillo Galli, called for the most famous pizza chef of the period, Raffaele Esposito, husband of Maria Giovanna Brandi. Esposito went to Capodimonte and prepared three different types of pizza. The Queen especially liked the one he had prepared with tomato, mozzarella and basil, a pizza which also brought to mind the colours of the Savoy flag and in which, in her honour, was christened the "Margherita". In 1889, Queen Margherita penned her historic letter paying homage to Pizzeria Brandi as the originator of the Margherita Pizza, and thus, history was born. Several centuries later, our work has just begun as this historic brand makes its way across the pond to the United States.

Branding work done in conjunction with BlackCoffee (www.blackcoffee.com)

Project scope

+ Architectural renderings & prototype
+ Design/build
+ Construction management
+ Financial modeling & construction budgeting

Bar interior with wood and brick accents, overhead lights, and a well-stocked bar.

Interior of a dimly lit bar with barstools, a bar, and a brick pizza oven in the background.

A long bar with stools, bottles, and brick wall, in a dim-lit restaurant setting.

Brandi Pizzeria storefront with green awning and glass windows. Exterior shot, daytime.

Exterior of Brandi Trattoria restaurant. Blue awning, gray railings, and glass doors.

Outdoor restaurant patio with gray metal chairs and marble-topped tables.

Interior of Brandi's pizzeria with a pizza oven, bar, and seating area. Brick walls, black accents.

Empty restaurant dining room with tables, chairs, and hanging lights; wood floor and gray walls.

Uncle Louie G's Italian Ices & Ice Cream

Remember we talked about experiencing 'sweat equity'? Well, this one is a prime example. During a long hot summer, in our delirium, we decided to buy an italian ices and ice cream business.

Project scope

So, we bought a Brooklyn, NY institution, Uncle Louie G's. Over the course of a year we took an eclectic and iconic brand, and built a powerhouse brand which we had the exciting fortune of launching their franchise and growing into a 50+ store powerhouse. We had a ton of fun, learned alot and of course gained a few pounds along the way.

+ Architectural renderings & prototype
+ Design/build
+ Construction management
+ Financial modeling & construction budgeting

A bakery with a blue and white striped awning. People are in front; inside are baked goods.

Sketch of a deli with customers, products, and staff. Yellow ceiling, blue and white striped wall.

A colorful cafe interior with customers, tables, and a counter. Artwork and patterned walls add visual interest.

Storefront with blue and white striped awning, glass windows, and menu board. Two people stand outside.

Great River Corporate Center

New ownership transformed 440 Wheelers Farms Road in Milford, CT into the fully renovated Great River Corporate Center.

Project scope

Plans include a full suite of all new tenant amenities with a comprehensive upgrade of building finishes and systems all designed to enhance the tenant experience as well as a seven stall food hall, which we provided comprehensive design build.

Project was completed in conjunction with Granoff Architects based in Greenwich, CT.

+ Design/build - architectural design
+ Food hall design
+ Equipment package & bid package
+ Construction management
+ Design/build
+ Operations management

Architectural floor plan, showing the layout of a building with rooms, corridors, and shaded areas.

Architectural renderings of a modern salon interior with seating, stations, and a cafe area in various views.

Mood board: Interior design inspiration. Green chairs, terrazzo, wood, and textured fabrics.

Mood board and architectural renderings featuring neutral colors and various textures.

Mood board of a modern interior design with wood, concrete, and glass elements, creating a minimalist and natural aesthetic.

Modern lobby with a green wall, glass entrance, and people walking.

Restaurant interior with seating, a grill station, and an outdoor view.

Gym interior design mood board: wood, light colors, gym equipment, locker room, and minimalist style.

DAKOTA BLUE TAP ROOM

Dakota Blue Bar & Tap Room is a 12,000 sq./ft. bar, tap room, indoor and outdoor lounge and brewery located in the highly sought after development zone of Norwalk, CT.

Project scope

We provided a full suite of design, build and construction management services as well as financial modeling, projections and capital budget preparation. The under development location is slated to open Spring of 2023.

+ Design/build - architectural design

+ Construction management

+ Design/build

+ Construction budget preparation

+ Capital budget preparation

+ Operating budgets and projections