(Photo by Tom Rupolo)

The following are selected links from this past week on blogs and websites with discussion about Dumbo (and its neighboring areas):

• Brooklyn Roasting Company Brings Buzz To DUMBO, 08Aug11, Gothamist
• ‘World In Pieces’ BWAC Sculpture Exhibit At Brooklyn Bridge Park, 12Aug11, McBK
• Watchtower Very ‘Aware’ of 2014 Housing Deal Deadline, 04Aug11, McBK
• The Park Agreement, the Election Of 2013, and Possible Changes, 09Aug11, BK Eagle
• Confused Hecho en Dumbo Space Now Confidently Called AlMar, 12Aug11, NYMag
• Coney Island Boardwalk Comes to 205 Water St, Dumbo, 12Aug11, Brownstoner
• Residents complain about NYPD property office move near Dock Street, 11Aug11, TRD
• NYPD Property Clerk move called DUMBO by Brooklyn neighborhood residents, 11Aug11, NYDN
• Colonie’s Brad McDonald Confirms New Restaurant in Dumbo, 11Aug11, NYMag
• Inside the Brooklyn Bridge Park deal, 11Aug11, BK Paper
• Brooklyn Bridge “Park” Plan, 11Aug11, BHB
• Editorial: At Brooklyn Bridge Park, the rich get richer, 11Aug11, BK Paper
• Property Clerk’s Move to Dumbo Not Sitting Well, 12Aug11, Brownstoner
• 50 Bridge Street, #616, $1.4M, 1600sqft, 11Aug11, Brownstoner

One of the employees of PetWeb Express on 61 Pearl Street in Dumbo found a beagle wandering around the neighborhood on the morning of August 9th near Adams/Pearl Streets with no collar or tags. He’s been asking around, but unable to find the owner; though she could have been abandoned. He took her to the vet for a check up and shots. He found out she is 2 years old. If you are the owner or if you know who the owner is, please contact David at the PetWeb Express pet store on Pearl Street. His number is 718-643-3046. Please find the owner or have the dog adopted. A photo is shown above.

Photos by Arancia Project

Brooklyn Roasting Company (brooklynroasting.com)
25 Jay Street, Brooklyn, New York 11201

(192 Water Street)

(205 Water Street)

In addition to the 220 Water Street rental building being rehabbed for occupancy in January 2012, the other buildings on Water Street are being developed quickly. The 192 Water Street windows have been installed and the interiors are being prepped for occupancy in Spring 2012. We’ve heard that 8 of the 11 units in the building have already been sold.

The 205 Water Street building is being topped off in the next week. The windows have been installed and look pretty nice.

[UPDATE: Our apologies, the "topping-off party" is a private event for media-only.] However, a Toll Brothers rep sent us some additional information on the building’s amenities below.]

A Toll Brothers representative provided some additional details on the 205 Water St amenities:

205 Water was designed with a holistic approach that embraces the industrial past of the DUMBO historic landmark district while preserving the environment for the benefit of its inhabitants and the New York region as a whole. Projected to achieve LEED Gold Certification, 205 Water is the most ecologically responsible building ever developed by Toll Brothers, America’s Luxury Home Builder.

The lobby, staffed by a 24-hour concierge, features reclaimed Coney Island Boardwalk accent walls, double height architectural concrete walls and concrete floors with recycled steel plate in-lays.

The Reflecting Garden adjoins the Resident’s Lounge, which features a bar and a media room. The garden is comprised of indigenous landscaping requiring zero irrigation, reclaimed Coney Island Boardwalk decking and concrete planters.
We are anticipating opening for sales in September.

(Reflecting Garden at 205 Water Street)

(Lobby at 205 Water Street)

Very cool.

Previously:
{205 Water Street On Schedule for mid-2012, 08Jul2011}
{Neighborhood Sales Launch at 192 Water Street, 07Jun2011}

Carnevale, a performance-based fundraiser, which will be held at Galapagos Art Space on August 14th. There will be a mix of musical and circus performances by some of NYC’s finest talent, including cabaret singer Mira Stroika. Circus-themed hors d’oeuvres will be served. There will be aerialists to fire spinners to cabaret and jazz performers. Carnevale was created with the intent to raise money for Arlekino Theater Troupe, a not-for-profit theater, music, art, and dance program for children in South Brooklyn ages 2-7 whose parents emigrated from the Former Soviet Union. Co-founded by Jane Tuv and Maria Dubinsky, this program was created to promote children’s cultural development and instill an appreciation for performing and fine arts.

All proceeds from ticket sales will be used to help Arlekino Theater Troupe continue to develop wonderful programs for young children, retain qualified specialists, and minimize program fees for families with limited resources.

For more details about Carnevale, to to their Galapagos Art Space event page.

For more details about Arlekino Theater Troupe, see their facebook page.

220 Water Street building (aka 201 Front Street, 54 Bridge Street on NYC DOB) has just released a website, 220Water.com. The site states that the building will be open for residents in January 2012 and is a rental building of studio, one and two bedroom loft apartments.

GDC Properties, LLC is the project’s owner and developer. 220 Water Street is located between Front, Bridge and Water Streets in Dumbo (within the historic district). The 220water.com website is currently a registration page but according to GDC, they “will soon outline the project’s floorplans, pricing and availability, apartment features and property amenities” through the website. According to the developer, “some of the many amenities that complement the loft residences include a soaring, sky-lit lobby, fitness center and yoga room, self-park garage, rooftop lounge with outdoor kitchen, and cold storage for grocery deliveries.”

Below are a few photos we took this morning:

(Corner of Front and Bridge Street)

(Corner of Bridge and Water Street)

The registration page has some more details about the building features:

Coming in early 2012…..a genuine DUMBO rental experience. 220 Water Street is a unique collection of spacious studio, one and two bedroom apartment homes highlighted by large windows, tall ceilings, premium finishes, and beautifully accented industrial features. A glass canopied central atrium, roof deck with summer kitchen and lounge seating, on-site parking garage and fitness studio are just some of the amenities you will find in this creatively restored 19th century manufacturing building. Register now for more information on 220 Water Street. We will keep you updated on our progress and availability.

There’s also a sign on the outside of the building for ground level lease for a cafe, restaurant, or retail for 4000 square feet, available in the fall 2011 (call 877-733-3215). The 1905 built building retains its original exterior brick design (per the historic designation description). We think the 41 or so units will rent well given the design; though no word yet on prices. What do you think?

(Photo courtesy of The Real Deal)

Previously:
{201 Front Street Gets New Scaffolding, 04Oct2010}
{201 Front Street Building Activity, 15Jul2009}

What’s new or on your mind about Dumbo or the surrounding areas?

The following is this week’s anticipated construction work schedule (7am – 3:30pm work hours), field conditions permitting for this week. Please note that parking may be restricted in work areas.

• 8/5/11 through 8/12/11 – Washington Street between York/Water Street – Prepare roadway for the reinstalling the Belgian Blocks
• 8/5/11 through 8/12/11 – Washington Street between Water/Plymouth Street – Continue excavation of roadway for installation of concrete base
• 8/5/11 through 8/12/11 – Water Street between Washington/Adams Street – Start the reinstallation of the Belgian Blocks and install Belgian Blocks bicycle lane
• 8/5/11 through 8/12/11 – Water Street and Main Street intersection – Complete installation of Belgian Blocks

For more information, please call Paul Kidder, the Community Construction Liaison at 718-643-2850 or email: waterstreetccl@gmail.com

For prior construction posts, see dumbonyc.com/tag/construction.

The retail storefront at 59 Front Street (in the 57 Front Street building) has been vacant for over 3 months since the check cashing location closed in April 2011. The new sign in the window says it is 1,243 square feet for $45 per square feet. Not sure if this space allows for a food option, but that’s one idea that we could use in Dumbo. What would you like to see there?

Previously:
{Check Cashing at 57 Front St Closed, 20Apr2011}

(Photo by Josh Derr)

The following are selected links from this past week on blogs and websites with discussion about Dumbo (and its neighboring areas):

• Dumbo’s John Street Condo Considered by Squadron and Milllman, 05Aug11, BK Paper
• Major Progress on Old Fulton Street, 01Aug11, Nearsay
• Brooklyn Bridge Park Housing Deal Reached, 02Aug11, BK Eagle
• Watchtower Sale May Mean Fewer Condos for Brooklyn Bridge Park, 02Aug11, Curbed
• Housing Deal Ensures Park in Brooklyn Will Expand, 01Aug11, NYT
• More high-rises coming to Brooklyn Bridge Park, 02Aug11, NYP
• City Announces Plan That May Reduce Scale of Park Housing, 01Aug11, BHB
• How New York Can Become a Serious Startup Hub, 05Aug11, TFT
• Opposition Coalition Split on Park Housing Deal, 04Aug11, BK Eagle
• Can Tobacco Warehouse Be Undone?, 03Aug11, BK Eagle
• Search on for B’klyn Bridge Park developer, 04Aug11, Crain’s
• Nominate Digital DUMBO for The Silicon Alley 100, 02Aug11, DD