Smothers Elementary School, located in Washington, D.C., prides itself on being “a beacon of hope” for many of the families that live below the poverty line “East of the River.” Originally completed in the 1930s, it was in dire need of a full modernization. The architect (DLR group) and the Chiaramonte Construction Company were tasked […]
Archives: Case Studies
Broome Street
In Manhattan, the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) has long been envisioning a more affordable, inclusive Lower East Side. In 2021, together with Gotham Development and the architects from Dattner, their vision began to take shape when excavation began on the Broome Street Development complex — a new community anchor that would include spaces for critical […]
Barnegat Lighthouse
The Jersey Shore’s Barnegat Bay is known for two things: pirate legends, and its 163-year-old landmark lighthouse. But “Old Barney” needed a facelift, and in July of this year, Glass Enterprises was honored to participate in its $1.3 million exterior renovation. Working closely with commercial glass and glazing contractor D&E Window, we were able to […]
2000 Pennsylvania Avenue
In 2021, 2000 Pennsylvania Avenue was awarded the ABC Delaware Excellence In Construction Award, considered the “Best of the Best” in Delaware’s construction industry. But with the architect’s (Bernardon) spec requirements of its impressive glass entry facade and GGA Construction’s complex and tight timelines, commercial glazier Malvern Glass had a challenge on their hands. Knowing […]