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44 West 8th Street is a new ground-up condominium development in Greenwich Village's Landmarked District, designed by INWORKSHOP. The six-story building features a 50-foot frontage and is specifically designed to create harmony between the 19th-century tenement building on its right and a contemporary structure under construction on its left.
The façade draws inspiration from the historic district's ornate brickwork traditions, incorporating decorative elements that pay homage to the area's architectural heritage. The design includes engaged pilasters establishing vertical rhythm and deeply recessed bays at the ground level, creating an interplay of light and shadow that enhances the pedestrian experience.
44 West 8th Street comprises only five residences: three floor-through four-bedrooms, a high-floor two-bedroom, and a duplex penthouses. All apartments feature direct elevator entry, a subtle mix of luxury finishes, and private terraces.
The building replaces a non-contributing taxpayer structure, with its design recalling the historic massing that once existed on the site. A subtle detail in the upper right quadrant specifically references a 19th-century architectural condition, while the overall composition acknowledges the original 25-foot lot patterns that historically shaped the block.
The architectural approach balances contemporary design sensibilities with historical references, creating a thoughtful addition to the streetscape. Ground-level design moves away from monolithic storefronts toward a more engaging pedestrian experience, featuring recessed bays reminiscent of traditional cabinets of curiosities.
44 West 8th Street is located a short distance from Washington Square Park, acclaimed Greenwich Village restaurants, cultural institutions like Blue Note and The IFC Center, and the West 4th Street A/C/E and B/D/F/M trains. Its stretch of West 8th Street was recently co-named Jimi Hendrix Way.
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Sales will soon launch at 44 West 8th Street, a rare ground-up condominium in the Greenwich Village Historic District. It has only five floor-through residences, each with direct elevator entry and private terraces. The six-story building is located a short distance from Washington Square Park, and its stretch of West 8th Street was recently co-named Jimi Hendrix Way.
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