Simone Development Companies Signs New Lease with Adams Clinical and Announces Opening of Good Mercy Pharmacy at Hutchinson Metro Center
Medical Research Center Takes Over 7,200 SF and 2,600 SF Drug Store Debuts at Bronx Complex
BRONX, NY – August 20, 2024 – Simone Development Companies has signed a new long-term lease with Adams Clinical, Inc. for its new Davis Clinical site: 7,236 square feet of research and office space at 1200 Waters Place, part of the Hutchinson Metro Center in the Bronx, NY. Simone Development Companies was represented by in-house leasing and legal teams, while Adams Clinical, Inc. was represented by Revise Group and Kenneth Salzman of Lee & Associates NYC.
Adams Clinical, Inc. is a network of clinical research centers specializing in psychiatric and neurological drug development. Headquartered in Watertown, MA, this marks their second location in New York.
“Adams Clinical’s new Davis site is an excellent addition to our vibrant scientific community here at the Hutchinson Metro Center and we look forward to supporting their vital research and innovation efforts,” said Joe Simone, President of Simone Development Companies. “Home to over 80 leading businesses, healthcare and educational institutions as well as federal, state, and city agencies, our mixed-use campus of medical, office, retail, hospitality and academic space is the perfect home for this type of cutting-edge work.”
1200 Waters Place is a modern, 433,000-square-foot building with three floors of Class A medical, academic, and office space, along with amenities including a landscaped courtyard, fitness center, teleconference center, and free parking. Major tenants at the property include Mercy College, New York GI Center, ENT and Allergy Associates, and several city, state, and federal agencies.
In addition to Davis Clinical, Good Mercy Pharmacy, which signed a long-term lease earlier this year, has opened a 2,592-square-foot pharmacy and retail space at Tower One, 1250 Waters Place, within the Hutchinson Metro Center. Ownership was represented by in-house leasing and legal teams while Good Mercy Pharmacy was represented by Sherry Scanlon of KZA Realty. Good Mercy Pharmacy provides both delivery and walk-in pharmacy services and a convenience store at the new location.
Good Mercy Pharmacy joins several well-known retail tenants at the Hutchinson Metro Center, including Chipotle, LA Fitness, Dunkin’ Donuts, A-Z Nutrition, Tower Café, and a Residence Inn by Marriott. The property is also home to several healthcare tenants including Montefiore Medical Center, MJHS Health System, Freedom Center Home Dialysis, NY Spine and Sport Center, Motion PT, and Shein Orthopedics, among others.
Tower One at 1250 Waters Place is a 285,000-square-foot Class A building with nine floors of prime medical, office, and retail space, as well as conference centers and abundant free and valet parking and 24/7 security.
Simone Development Signs New Oral Surgeon Practice at 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd. in Flushing Section of Queens, NY
FLUSHING, NY (August 7, 2024) – Simone Development Companies has signed a 4,807-square-foot, long-term lease of prime medical space with All County Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd. in the Flushing section of Queens, NY. Ownership was represented by in-house leasing and legal teams in direct negotiations with the tenant. The recently renovated two-story, 37,421 square-foot retail and medical center now has only four remaining spaces available.
“We are excited to welcome All County Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery to 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd.,” said Joanna Simone, President of Leasing and Property Management Operations for Simone Development Companies. “This practice will enrich our community of healthcare professionals, aligning seamlessly with the property’s focus on fostering top-tier medical providers.”
“With multiple offices throughout Long Island, Queens, and Brooklyn, we are thrilled to now have a presence in Flushing at this phenomenal location,” said Dr. Ross Chavkin, founder of All County Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
Simone Development has recently signed a long-term lease expansion and renewal for 10,000 square feet with ENT and Allergy Associates at the property, who celebrated a grand opening this summer, as well as a new long-term lease with Solaris Health. Other tenants at 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd. include Gentle Dental World, Family Speech Language Pathology, and Huntington Learning Center. Up to 8,273 square feet of prime space is currently available on the property’s first floor, which can be divided.
The property at 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd is strategically located near the Clearview Expressway and just minutes away from the Long Island Railroad Port Washington Line and MTA Bus Stops Q28 and Q76, providing convenient access to the rest of the city and the Tri-State area. The property recently underwent exterior renovations and offers plenty of on-site parking. With prominent signage exposure in a heavily trafficked area, it presents an ideal locale for businesses seeking visibility.
Summit Health Signs Long-Term Lease Renewal and Expansion at 644 West Putnam Avenue in Greenwich, CT
Greenwich, CT – July 11, 2024 – Simone Development Companies and Fareri Associates announced that Summit Health has signed a long-term lease renewal and expansion totaling 19,853 square feet of medical office and urgent care space at 644 West Putnam Avenue in Greenwich, CT.
Summit Health will renew its existing 14,243-square-foot space on the ground and second floors while adding 5,610 square feet on the second floor.
Simone Development Companies and Fareri Associates were represented by Newmark’s Tim Rorick alongside in-house leasing and legal teams while Cushman and Wakefield’s Kevin J. McCarthy represented Summit Health.
“We are thrilled to expand our relationship with Summit Health at 644 West Putnam Avenue,” said Joanna Simone, President of Leasing and Property Management Operations at Simone Development Companies. “This expansion underscores our shared commitment to accessible and comprehensive healthcare for the communities we serve, as the property’s strategic location in the Greenwich area makes it a vital hub connecting Connecticut, New York, and the Tri-State region.”
Summit Health is a physician-led, patient-centric healthcare network covering every stage of life and health condition through high-quality primary care, specialty care, and urgent care in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Central Oregon.
2024 Heart of New York City Heart Gala Celebrates American Heart Association’s 100th Birthday
NEW YORK, NY, June 25, 2024 — The 2024 Heart of New York City Gala brought hearts together to save lives and strive for equitable health for everyone living in New York City. With more than $3.5 million raised, the funds will support the life-saving work of the American Heart Association to fight heart disease and stroke.
The 2024 Heart of New York City Gala was chaired by Joe Simone, President of Simone Development Companies. The Legacy Sponsors included Simone Development Companies and Compass One Healthcare; Presenting Sponsors were Unitex Textile and Centers Health Care. The annual celebratory event honored survivors, patrons and volunteers of the American Heart Association. The evening featured stories from survivors, as well as dinner, dancing, and an exciting auction. Rosanna Scotto, Emmy Award-winning journalist and anchor of Fox 5’s Good Day New York, emceed the event. More than 700 guests attended the centennial celebration, which was held at Cipriani Wall Street with a 1920s theme.
“The event was a culmination of the year’s work to equitably improve and save lives from heart disease and stroke,” said Joe Simone, President of Simone Development Companies and member of the New York City American Heart Association board. “The Heart of New York City Gala marks a special moment in time to reflect, honor and celebrate the progress made through the determination, dedication, and passion of all who have supported the organization throughout the year.”
Funds raised through the Heart of New York City campaign and Heart Gala support the Association’s work to fund research, education, community outreach, and advocacy in the fight against heart disease and stroke.
Simone Development Announces KOLAMS: Memories and Patterns Exhibit at The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine
Shanthi Chandrasekar Explores the Meditative and Mathematical Beauty of Traditional Kolam Art, Creating Patterns that Intertwine Cosmology, Neuroscience, and Anatomy
BRONX, NY (June 5, 2024) – Simone Development Companies announced the opening of Shanthi Chandrasekar’s KOLAMS: Memories and Patterns exhibit at The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine, located in the lobby of Simone Development’s Hutchinson Metro Center’s Tower One at 1250 Waters Place in the Bronx. Ms. Chandrasekar’s unique and very personal exhibition is now open to the public and will run through September 6th from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Shanthi Chandrasekar’s KOLAMS: Memories and Patterns exhibit at The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine (Photo Credit: Lori Adams)
Ms. Chandrasekar is a multidisciplinary artist who experiments with drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking and papermaking. She has also been trained in the traditional art forms of Kolam and Tanjore-style painting. While many of her works are influenced by her Indian heritage, Ms. Chandrasekar’s true inspiration comes from the mystery and majesty of the world around her; her muse lives at the intersection of the scientific and the spiritual.
“My artistic journey is a search toward understanding life and its place in the cosmos- questioning everything around me, exploring new ideas and experimenting with mediums, to create work that combines ancient traditions and current science,” said Shanthi Chandrasekar. “Making art is a thought provoking, contemplative and meditative process for me.”
Kolam is a traditional Indian drawing done by women in front of their homes at dawn and dusk as a daily ritual. For Shanthi Chandrasekar, Kolam took on new significance upon her move to the US, serving as a means to cope and navigate her new surroundings while reconnecting with her heritage. Inspired by the teachings of her mother and grandmother, Ms. Chandrasekar views the dots in Kolam as life’s challenges and the patterns as paths to navigate them. The repetitive drawing process is both meditative and intellectually stimulating, revealing mathematical aspects like geometries and fractals. KOLAMS: Memories and Patterns intertwines themes from cosmology, neuroscience, and anatomy, making it a profound and multifaceted medium of expression.
“We are thrilled to present Shanthi Chandrasekar’s exhibit at the Gallery of ARTFul Medicine,” said Jodi Moise, director of the Fine Art Program and Collection at Montefiore Einstein. “The exhibit both showcases the intricate beauty and cultural significance of traditional Kolam art and highlights Shanthi’s unique ability to blend this remarkable ancient practice with modern scientific concepts and her own personal journey. Visitors will be captivated by the work’s depth and complexity; it’s an honor to host such a thought-provoking exhibit.”
The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine encourages artists to interpret scientific/medical research and create works of art depicting issues of cultural, political, and technological significance. The Gallery is a key component to Montefiore’s Fine Art Program and Collection, an innovative visual arts program that fosters a life-affirming, restorative and supportive environment for patients, families, caregivers, students, faculty, and staff. Montefiore’s Fine Art Program and Collection at Montefiore Einstein is now one of two healthcare entities with art programs featured on the Bloomberg Connects app.
“Shanthi’s KOLAMS: Memories and Patterns perfectly embodies our vision for the gallery by merging cultural heritage with contemporary scientific exploration,” said Joe Simone, president of Simone Development Companies. “Her work is a testament to the power of art to inspire and heal, making it a wonderful addition to our space.”