SavCon Building Out Eleven Floors of Office Space for New York City School Construction Authority at One Court Square
July 12, 2023
Savanna’s One Court Square building in Queens, New York. Photographed in January 2023
In a landmark development for New York City’s real estate and education sectors, the New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) recently secured a 350,000 square feet lease at 1 Court Square, the tallest office building in Queens. This groundbreaking 20-year lease, the largest signed in 2023, reflects the SCA’s unwavering commitment to providing state-of-the-art educational infrastructure for the city. To transform the space into its new headquarters, the SCA has partnered with SavCon, a leading construction firm renowned for its dedication to excellence.
SavCon has been entrusted with the task of executing a comprehensive 11-floor tenant fit-out, each floor encompassing 33,000 square feet, specially designed to meet the SCA’s unique requirements. The objective is to optimize workflow and foster collaboration among employees, creating an environment conducive to fostering innovation and educational development. With the construction set to be completed by January 2024, SavCon is meticulously considering all aspects, including departmental needs, employee mobility, and streamlined communication flow.
Through this strategic relocation, the SCA seeks to enhance its operational efficiency while reinforcing its mission of delivering high-quality education to the city’s students. Leveraging SavCon’s expertise and customized approach, the SCA is poised for a seamless transition to its new headquarters, paving the way for a dynamic and collaborative future for both the authority and its workforce. This ambitious endeavor signifies a significant step forward in further elevating the educational landscape of New York City.
