The focus of the Jay Street streetscape project was to create a new pedestrian mall to attract businesses and shoppers to downtown Schenectady, New York.The project previously failed because of incorrect paver details by a previous firm. Richard Eats was hired to provide a new design with proper paver and subbase design to withstand the upstate New York winter weather conditions.

A unique feature of Mr. Eat’s soloution is the pavement design that integrates alternating paver patterns and introduces a feeling of motion through the space while providing effective drainage for storm water. Street furniture and lights complement local building styles and were selected by Synthesis founding partner, John Senisi, volunteering his efforts toward the grass roots revitalization effort “Schenectady 2000”. Trees and shrubs were planted in raised granite curbed planters, adding color and character to the area.