Birchwood Towers, constructed in 1964, is a distinctive three-tower cooperative complex in Forest Hills, Queens, designed by architects Samuel Paul and Seymour Jarmul. The complex consists of the 30-story Toledo and Kyoto towers, and the 28-story Bel Air tower, each featuring unique architectural elements including curved balconies and specially designed lobbies. The Toledo showcases a Spanish-style balcony with arched windows, the Kyoto includes a Japanese-style foot-bridge, and the Bel Air features an ornate curved staircase.
The beige-brick buildings are characterized by their distinctive front façades, voluptuous curved central balconies, two-story lobbies, and circular porte cocheres with pinched crowns over landscaped driveways. The complex houses 498 cooperative apartments, with most floors containing nine units ranging from one to three bedrooms. Many apartments feature curved balconies and generous living spaces with well-planned layouts.
Residents enjoy comprehensive amenities including 24-hour doorman service, on-site superintendents, and security. The complex features a large key-shaped adult swimming pool, a children's pool, fitness center, playground, landscaped gardens, and storage facilities. An indoor parking garage is available via waitlist, and the complex maintains a pet-friendly policy.
Situated in a prime Forest Hills location, Birchwood Towers offers convenient access to public transportation, with a subway station one block away. The complex is near numerous dining and shopping options, including Queens Boulevard and Austin Street's retail corridors, making it a well-positioned residential development in one of Queens' established neighborhoods.
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