SISTOSAYS
SISTOSAYS is a podcast about New York City development, zoning, code, and construction. Hosted by Sisto Martello, it explores the rules, processes, and practical realities that shape buildings and neighborhoods in the city. Episodes likely discuss zoning regulations, building codes, permitting, and construction industry topics. The show is aimed at listeners interested in how New York City gets built and regulated.
Episodes
NYC Wireless Water Leak Detectors | John Rusk | ProSentry | Sisto Says Episode #128
SCA School Design in NYC | Retail Space in NYC | Kerry Zucker | ESKW Architects | Episode #127
From public school buildings to retail spaces, the range of what gets designed and built in New York City is unlike anywhere else in the world. In this episode of Sisto Says, Sisto sits down with Kerry Zucker of ESKW/Architects — a firm with over 60 years of experience designing community-focused projects across education, housing, and culture in New York City.Kerry and Sisto cover a lot of ground
Everything You Didn't Know About NYC School Designs with Rob Rogers | Rogers Partners | Sisto Says Eps# 126
Building schools in New York City is one of the most complex undertakings in the industry — and few people know that world better than Rob Rogers. In this episode of Sisto Says, Sisto sits down with Rob Rogers, Principal of Rogers Partners Architects+Urban Designers, for a wide-ranging conversation about what it really takes to design and build education spaces in one of the most demanding cities
The State of the Queens Real Estate Market | Vince Prezioso | Corcoran Group | Sisto Says Eps# 125
Queens isn't just one market — it's dozens of neighborhoods, each with its own story, its own momentum, and its own set of opportunities. In this episode of Sisto Says, Sisto sits down with Vince Prezioso, a seasoned real estate broker with the Corcoran Group and over 40 years of experience buying and selling property across Queens.Vince and Sisto dig into what's really happening on
NYC Sustainability's Impact of Local Law 97 | Patrick Beesley | Runwise | Sisto Says Eps# 124
Local Law 97 is one of the most significant pieces of legislation to hit New York City building owners in a long time — and if you haven't figured out your compliance plan yet, the clock is ticking. In this episode of Sisto Says, Sisto sits down with Patrick Beesley, Director of Partnerships at Runwise, to break down what LL97 actually means for the people running buildings in this city.Patri
Preservation of Landmarks in NYC | Angel Ayon | Ayon Studio Architects | Eps# 123
New York City's landmarks tell the story of who we are, and keeping them standing takes a lot more than nostalgia. In this episode of Sisto Says, Sisto sits down with Angel Ayón, Principal of AYON Studio, an award-winning architect and preservationist who has spent over 26 years dedicated to saving and enhancing some of New York's most significant historic buildings.From his work on the
Facade Restoration Part 2: The Real Cost of Delays | Matthew Jaworski | Brend Restoration | Eps #122
Matthew Jaworski of Brent Restoration is back for round two, and Sisto and Matthew picked up right where they left off. This time they get into the mechanics of a facade project from start to finish — what actually triggers the work, how an unsafe condition or a five-year cycle gets things moving, and why your building's insurance and ability to borrow money can hinge on the state of your env
Facades, FISP & the Fight for Rigger Safety | Matthew Jaworski | Brend Restoration | Eps #121
For decades, the people actually doing facade and rigging work in New York City had no voice in how it was regulated. In this episode of Sisto Says, Sisto talks with Matthew Jaworski, owner of Brend Restoration, Shelter Rock Safety, and a founding member of the NYC Special Riggers Association, about what changed that.They cover the evolution of Local Law 10 and 11, how the Department of Buildings
40 Years of NYC Construction & Mentoring the Next Generation | Bob Zirkel | EW Howell | Eps#120
If you want to understand how NYC construction really works, you talk to someone who's lived it. In this episode of Sisto Says, Sisto sits down with Bob Zirkel, Vice President at EW Howell — one of New York's most respected general contractors — for a conversation worth having.Bob has been in the industry for over 40 years, starting on the ground as a superintendent and working his way u
NYC Refrigerants Rules | Anthony Brannan | Metro Mechanical | Sisto Says Eps #119
NYC's Refrigerant Rules: What HVAC Contractors & Building Owners Need to KnowIf you're in the building industry in New York, you've probably been hearing a lot about the refrigerant regulations, and honestly, it can be a lot to sort through. Sisto Martello invited Anthony Brannan, Owner of Metro Mechanical, to help make sense of it all.Anthony knows this stuff inside and out, an
The Land Use Process is Changing in NYC | Nicole Campo | Eps#118
In this episode of Sisto Says, Sisto has a conversation with Nicole Campo, AICP, Senior Advisor in Land Use Planning and WEDG at Langan — a nationally recognized engineering and environmental consulting firm. With deep roots in New York City's planning landscape, Nicole brings a rare combination of regulatory expertise, hands-on project experience, and a forward-looking perspective on where t
True passion for Architecture | Bill Costa | Eps#117
In this episode, I sit down with Bill Costa of Source Euro — the creative force behind a dedicated Materials and Bespoke Project space at the Rimadesio showroom within the Lepere Suite at 200 Lexington Ave in NYC's iconic NY Design Center. We dive into his passion for architecture, high-end design, and the craftsmanship that drives every bespoke project. Whether you're a design lover or
Building Design 2147's Future | Josephina Lazri | Design 2147, Ltd. | Eps#116
In this episode, I speak with Josephina, JOJO, Lazri of Design2147, Ltd. about what she is doing with the future of Design2147. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Architecture in the World of HealthCare | Tony Caputo | HDR Inc. | Eps#115
In this episode, I speak with Tony Caputo of HDR Inc. about the next generation of design in the Healthcare. Watch now and subscribe!
Next generation of Architects In NYC | Eric Goshow | Goshow Architects| Eps#114
In this episode, I speak with Eric Goshow of Goshow Architects about the next generation of Architects in NYC and the role of mentoring. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Places of Assembly | Mitchell Kurtz | Kostow Greenwood | Eps#113
In this episode, I speak with Mitchell Kurtz of Kostow Greenwood about Places of Assembly in NYC and how they evolved, and the new Existing Building Code for 2027. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Furniture and Construction in NYC | Laurie Hutner | WB Wood| Eps#112
In this episode, we speak with Laurie Hutner of WB Wood about the relationship between Construction and Furniture in New York City. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Retail in NYC | Greg Wolf | Wolf Construction Corp| Eps#111
In this episode, we talk with Greg Wolf of Wolf Construction Corp about Retail in NYC. Listen now and subscribe!
Concrete Detailing of Buildings in NYC | Frank DiBullo | DiAn Cosntruction | Eps#110
In this episode, we talk with Frank DiBullo of DiAn Construction about detailing major concrete buildings in NYC. Listen now and subscribe!
Preservation of Landmarks in NYC | Angel Ayon | Ayon Studio Architects | Episode #109
In this episode, we talk with Angel Ayon of Ayon Studio Architects about redesigning Landmark Buildings in NYC. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Retail Market | Retail Space in NYC | Julia Maksimova | KW Commercial | Episode #107
In this episode we talk with Julia Maksimova of KW Commercial about the state of Retail Space in NYC. Subscribe!
NYC and Cruise Ships | Interior Design for Ships| Francesca Bucci | BG Studio | Episode #106
In this episode we talk with Francesca Bucci owner of BG Studio about NYC interior design and Cruise Ship Design. Watch now and Subscribe
NYC Event Spaces |What to look for? | Chris Felts | AES NYC | Episode #105
NYC Event Spaces: What to look for in an event space.. Subscribe today!
Untitled Episode
NYC Construction Codes | Tony Agati | Design 2147,Ltd | Episode #104
NYC Construction Codes: what's new and what's happening. Subscribe today!
NYC Zoning | Housing, City of Yes | Ashley Thompson DiNardo | Cozen O'Connor | Episode #103
Some highlights of the City Of Yes with Ashley Thompson DiNardo of Cozen O'Connor returns to chat with Sisto. Subscribe today!
NYC Buildings & Structures | Michael Nucatola | Nucatola Development LLC Episode#102
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Michael Nucatola of Nucatola Development LLC discusses how buildings and structures are developed. Watch now and Subscribe!
Preservation of Landmarks in NYC | Angel Ayon | Ayon Studio Architects | Episode #109
In this episode, we talk with Angel Ayon of Ayon Studio Architects about redesigning Landmark Buildings in NYC. Subscribe!
SCA School Design in NYC | Retail Space in NYC | Kerry Zucker | ESKW Architects | Episode #108
In this episode, we talk with Kerry Zucker of ESKW Architects about designing New Schools in NYC for the New York City School Construction Authority. Subscribe!
Design 2147, Ltd NYC Expediting Firm | Sisto Martello | Design 2147, Ltd | Sisto Says Episode 101
Design 2147 and Sisto Martello Journey into the NYC Development, Code, Zoning and Construction arena.
NFPA 70E & NYC Property Managers |Stephen Marcellino Jr.| Lippolis Electric | Sisto Says Episode 100
In this episode Sisto talks with Stephen Marcellino Jr. of Lippolis Electric, Inc. about NYC NFPA 70E & The Effects on NYC Property Managers.
NYC The Housing Crisis in the City of YES | Brian Loughlin | M.A.P. | Sisto Says Episode 99
In this episode we talk with Brian Loughlin, Principal at M.A.P. about NYC and The NYC Housing Crisis along with the City of YES. Listen now and Subscribe.
NYC New Refrigerants Rules for HVAC | Anthony Brannan | Metro Mechanical |Sisto Says Episode 98
In this episode we talk with Anthony Brannan, Owner of Metro Mechanical, about NYC and New Refrigerants Rules for HVAC systems. Watch now and Subscribe
NYC Asbestos Filing | Philip Tanella | A+ Asbestos Investigation |Sisto Says Episode 96
In this episode we talk with Philip Tanella, Owner of A+ Asbestos Investigation, about filing permits for construction projects in NYC that may contain asbestos. Phil brings us up to date on how and what to file in 2024 and describes the filing process with both the DEP and the New York City Department of Buildings.
How Local Law 31 Affects Housing | Walter LeCompte | Lew Environmental Services | Sisto Says Ep. 88
In this ep. Walter LeCompte discusses The Importance of Local Law 31. Listen now and subscribe!
The Importance of Local Law 152 Bill Weidner Keep My Gas, LLC Sisto Says Ep #94
In this ep. Bill Weidner discusses The Importance of Local Law 152. Listen now and subscribe!
Tariffs and flow of Product into NYC | Vincent Giagni | Pelham and White | Sisto Says Episode #93
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Vincent Giagni , Owner of Pelham and White at discuss Tariffs and the flow of production into New York City. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC and Cruise Ships | Interior Design for Ships| Francesca Bucci | BG Studio | Episode #106
In this episode we talk with Francesca Bucci owner of BG Studio about NYC interior design and Cruise Ship Design. Watch now and Subscribe
NYC Preservation & Landmark Design | Drew Hartley | Acheson Doyle Partners | Sisto Says Episode #92
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Drew Hartley , Principal at Acheson Doyle Partners Architects PC discuss Preservation and Landmark Design in New York City. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Temporary Places of Assemblies & Event Spaces | Chris Felts | AES NYC| Sisto Says Episode 91
Sisto and Chris Felts of AES NYC take on the topic of managing event spaces in the city. What is a Temporary Permit for Assembly and what goes in to planning safe spaces for multi-day brand and business events?
Investing in New York City Real Estate | Avraam [Avi] Borukhov | Built by Avi | Sisto Says #90
What type of Real Estate should you invest in in NYC. Avraam [Avi] Borukhov sits down with Sisto to chat about some of the investing he has been doing in the the New York City Area. Listen Now and Subscribe!
NYC Wireless Water Leak Detectors | John Rusk | Pro Sentry | Sisto Says #89
NYC Wireless Water Leak Detection System. Watch this video and you will be amazed at this product. John Rusk explains the product and the technology to reduce risk and lower insurance rates. Can't Miss Episode!!!!! Listen Now and Subscribe!
How Local Law 31 Affects Housing | Walter LeCompte | Lew Environmental Services | Sisto Says Ep. 88
In this ep. Walter LeCompte discusses The Importance of Local Law 31. Listen now and subscribe!
The Importance of Local Law 152 | Bill Weidner | Keep My Gas, LLC | Sisto Says Ep. 87
In this ep. Bill Weidner discusses The Importance of Local Law 152. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Housing & The City of Yes| Eugene Mekhtiyev | IMC Architects | Sisto Says Ep. 86
In this ep. Eugene Mekhtiyev discusses Zoning in NYC and the effects of the CITY OF YES . Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Buildings Heating & Cooling | Stephen Shishko | New Age Engineering | Episode#82
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Stephen Shishko of New Age Engineering discusses why heating and cooling matter in your building. Listen now and Subscribe!
NYC Buildings & Structures | Michael Nucatola | Nucatola Development LLC | Sisto Says Episode #81
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Michael Nucatola of Nucatola Development LLC discusses how buildings and structures are developed. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Sustainability's Impact of Local Law 97 | Patrick Beesley | Runwise | Sisto Says Ep. 78
In this ep. Patrick Beesley discusses running buildings in NYC efficiently and the impact of Local Law 97 . Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Buildings will Continue to Grow Larger | David Gross | GF55 | Sisto Says Ep. 79 David Gross
In this ep. David Gross of GF55 discusses Charter Schools and How Buildings in NYC will get Larger!!!! . Listen now and subscribe!
Landmark Preservation in NYC | Anne Holford Smith | PBDW Architects | Sisto Says Ep. 77
In this ep. Anne Holford Smith discusses Landmark Preservation and her personnel love for the City of New York's Landmark Buildings . Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Wireless Water Leak Detectors | John Rusk | Pro Sentry | Sisto Says #75
NYC Wireless Water Leak Detection System. Watch this video and you will be amazed at this product. John Rusk explains the product and the technology to reduce risk and lower insurance rates. Can't Miss Episode!!!!! Listen Now and Subscribe!
Investing in New York City Real Estate | Avraam [Avi] Borukhov | Built by Avi | Sisto Says #74
What type of Real Estate should you invest in in NYC. Avraam [Avi] Borukhov sits down with Sisto to chat about some of the investing he has been doing in the the New York City Area. Listen Now and Subscribe!
NYC Industrial Real Estate| Paul Bralower | Pinnacle Realty | Sisto Says #73
What's going on in the Industrial Real Estate in NYC. Paul Bralower of Pinnacle Realty sits down with Sisto to chat about some of the challenges in acquiring Industrial Real Estate in NYC. Listen Now and Subscribe.
NYC Zoning | Housing, City of Yes | Ashley Thompson DiNardo | Cozen O'Connor | Sisto Says #71
What are some of the highlights of the City Of Yes with Ashley Thompson DiNardo of Cozen O'Connor returns to chat with Sisto. Subscribe today!
Status of Commercial Real Estate in NYC | Julia Maksimova | Real Estate Broker | Sisto Says Ep. 69
In this ep. Julia Maksimova discusses the status of Commercial Real Estate in New York City. Listen now and subscribe!
City of Yes Update | Sisto Martello | President Design 2147, Ltd | Sisto Says Episode 68
In this ep. Sisto Martello discusses Status of the City of Yes. Listen now and subscribe!
The Evolution of NYC College Campus's Design | Edward Stand | Principal HLW | Sisto Says Episode 67
In this ep. Edward Stand Principal of Education at HLW discusses Evolution of NYC College Campus's Design. Listen now and subscribe!
Title Insurance NYC | Jason Hudson | CEO | Cornerstone Land Abstract | Sisto Says Ep. #66
In this ep. Jason Hudson | Managing Principal/CEO | Cornerstone Land Abstract discusses the effect Title Insurance has on Development in New York City. Listen Now and subscribe.
Public & Private Sectors in NYC | Eldad Gothelf | Senior VP | Kasirer | Sisto Says Episode #65
In this ep. Sisto Martello speaks with Eldad Gothelf Senior Vice President of Real Estate at Kasirer on the role of managing the private and public sector prior to and during development project in NYC.
NYC Real Estate Markets | Christopher Calabrese | The CS Organization | Sisto Says Episode #64
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Christopher Calabrese, Founder and CEO of The CS Organization discusses the state of the real estate market in New York City, Commercial and Residential and what it really means. Listen now and subscribe!
City of Yes Zoning in NYC | Richard Lobel | Sheldon Lobel PC & Associates | Sisto Says Episode #63
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Richard Lobel, of Sheldon Lobel PC and Associates discusses the evolving proposed NYC Zoning changes under the City of YES in New York City. Listen now and subscribe!
Charter Schools in NYC | Andrew Esposito | Apex Development Group LLC | Sisto Says Episode #62
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Andrew Esposito, Apex Development Group, LLC discusses the evolving state of Charter School expansion in New York City. Listen now and subscribe!
Healthcare Industry in NYC | Marc Landow | Landow and Landow Architects | Sisto Says Episode #61
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Marc Landow, Partner at Landow and Landow Architects discusses the evolving state of Healthcare Design in New York City. Listen now and subscribe!
Commissioning Buildings in NYC | Jamie Fales | KOW Building Consultants | Sisto Says Episode #60
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Jamie Fales, Director of Commissioning at KOW Building Consultants discusses the requirements for Commissioning a Building in NYC and what it really means. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Construction Costs | Projected Acceleration | Andrew Peters | Currie & Brown | Sisto Says # 59
Sisto and Andrew Peters from Currie & Brown discuss project and cost estimation and projected cost acceleration. Was Andrew right in his predictions for 2023 and what is he projecting for 2024. What sets a New York City construction project up for success?
NYC LL 97 & Sustainability Goals Part 2 | David MacKay | Kohler Ronan | Sisto Says Episode 58
In this ep. Sisto Martello and David MacKay Principal of Kohler Ronan discuss Local Law 97 in New York City and sustainability goals. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC LL 97 & Sustainability Goals Part 1 | David MacKay | Kohler Ronan | Sisto Says Episode 57
In this ep. Sisto Martello and David MacKay Principal of Kohler Ronan discuss Local Law 97 in New York City and sustainability goals. Listen now and subscribe!
NYC Affordable Housing | Kimberly Murphy, AIA, | ESKW/Architects | Sisto Says Episode #56
In this episode we talk with ESKW/Architects partner Kimberly Murphy, AIA, about the design and zoning challenges of affordable housing. Drawing on ESKW/Architects’ decades-long experience of designing 100% affordable and supportive housing, Kimberly shares her insights into how financing sources, local government and community services shape the future of affordable housing.
NYC Real Estate Markets | Christopher Calabrese | The CS Organization | Sisto Says Episode#55
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Christopher Calabrese, Founder and CEO of The CS Organization discusses the state of the real estate market in New York City, Commercial and Residential and what it really means. Listen now and subscribe!
Commissioning Buildings in NYC | Jamie Fales | KOW Building Consultants | Sisto Says Episode #54
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Jamie Fales, Director of Commissioning at KOW Building Consultants discusses the requirements for Commissioning a Building in NYC and what it really means. Listen now and subscribe!
Public & Private Sectors in NYC | Eldad Gothelf | Senior VP | Kasirer | Sisto Says Episode #53
In this ep. Sisto Martello speaks with Eldad Gothelf Senior Vice President of Real Estate at Kasirer on the role of managing the private and public sector prior to and during development project in NYC.
Civic and Cultural Projects in NYC | Sisto Martello | CEO | Design 2147,Ltd | Sisto Says Episode #52
In this ep. Sisto Martello | President/CEO | Design 2147,Ltd and Host of Sisto Says discusses Civic and Cultural Projects in New York City.
Preservation & Landmark Design | Drew Hartley | Acheson Doyle Partners | Sisto Says Episode 50
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Drew Hartley Principal at Acheson Doyle Partners Architects, P.C., discuss Preservation and Landmark Design in New York City. Please subscribe!
Title Insurance's Effect on Development in New York City Sisto Says Episode 51
In this ep. Jason Hudson | Managing Principal/CEO | Cornerstone Land Abstract discusses the effect Title Insurance has on Development in New York City.
Experiences Through Wayfinding | Katie Osborn | Principal | Via Collective | Sisto Says Episode 49
In this ep. Katie Osborn Principal at Via Collective discusses defining experiences through wayfinding.
The Evolution of NYC College Campus's Design | Edward Stand | Principal HLW | Sisto Says Episode 48
In this ep. Edward Stand Principal of Education at HLW discusses Evolution of NYC College Campus's Design. Watch now and subscribe!
NYC Tax Incentives NYC Housing 485X 467M & 421A Sisto Martello | Design 2147 | Sisto Says Episode 47Untitled Episode
In this ep. Sisto Martello, President and CEO of Design 2147, Ltd and host of Sisto Says discusses NYC Tax Incentives NYC Housing 485X 467M & 421A. Watch now and subscribe!
NYC LL 97 & Sustainability Goals Part 2 | David MacKay | Kohler Ronan | Sisto Says Episode 46
In this ep. Sisto Martello and David MacKay Principal of Kohler Ronan discuss Part 2 of Local Law 97 in New York City and sustainability goals. Watch now and subscribe!
NYC LL 97 & Sustainability Goals Part 1 | David MacKay | Kohler Ronan | Sisto Says Episode 45
In this ep. Sisto Martello and David MacKay Principal of Kohler Ronan discuss Local Law 97 in New York City and sustainability goals. Watch now and subscribe!
State of Building Development in NYC |Carlo A. Scissura Esq.|NY Building Congress |Sisto Says Ep. 43
In this ep. Sisto Martello and Carlo A. Scissura Esq., President & CEO of the New York Building Congress, discuss Discuss the state of Building Development and infrastructure in new York City. Watch now and subscribe!
