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Landmarks approves thermally improved window replacements at Westbeth H Building
Summary
The Landmarks Preservation Commission approved replacement of 28 deteriorated steel windows (including 20 true-arched windows) at the top floor setback of Westbeth's H Building with thermally-broken steel frames and insulated glazing; operation will change from double-hung to fixed-over-hopper to allow modern performance.
The Landmarks Preservation Commission on Jan. 28 approved replacement of 28 top-floor steel windows at the H Building of Westbeth Artists Housing (155'57 Bethune Street / Washington Street), allowing thermally broken new steel frames and insulated glazing while preserving the arched-head profiles of the historic windows.
Why it matters: The top-floor windows are original steel frames and many are rusted or inoperable. Modern…
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