••• Artist James Rosenquist, who lived on Chambers, has died. —New York magazine

••• The New York Times profiles the condo conversion at 49 Chambers. Of note: “Although the exterior of the building is eye-catching, with large sculpted swags, wreaths and human figures, the 15,000-square-foot former bank lobby is equally impressive. Most of the lobby’s ornate decorations, which include several large stained glass ceiling panels, have been restored. […] The bank lobby, along with a subbasement that is street level with Reade Street at the rear of the building, will likely be leased to a commercial tenant, perhaps a dining or social club, the developer’s spokesman said. The condo’s entrance will be on the eastern end of the building facing Chambers Street.”

••• “FDNY quietly issues tougher anti-hazing policy after abuse claims,” including ones at the Ladder 1/Engine 7 firehouse on Duane. —New York Post

••• Another review of Augustine. —The New Yorker

••• “Work begins next month on the TRA Studio-designed restoration of the façade of the New York Academy of Art, located at 111 Franklin Street in the Tribeca Historic District. Upon completion, the five-story, 42,000-square-foot building will have a welcoming storefront infill that visually connects the circa 1861 structure to the neighborhood. While previously the school’s presence was minimally advertised by a flag, the name of the school will now appear prominently placed above new front doors. A stepped, 75-foot-long platform runs the length of the building inviting passersby to take a closer look at the sculptures encased in glass niches, interspersed by a series of columns, and the exhibit hall beyond. Though approved by the Landmarks Preservation Commission in 2014, the façade restoration sat waiting for funding for years. […] In 2010, a master plan initiated an additional phased construction schedule. Over the years, the plan has included several new galleries, classrooms, a lounge, library, computer lab, anatomy room, new studios, a kiln room, spray-booth, workshops, restrooms, a new mezzanine and staircase, offices, a meeting room, and new MEP systems, including a fresh air circulation system. Following the façade’s completion, the next and final phase proposes a roof addition composed of zinc ribbons, sliced and pleated to create skylights that will illuminate a 7,000-square-foot, column-free space below.” —AIA New York Center for Architecture