On Tuesday, June 17, the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) will review a plan to alter 142 Greene Street, a five-story cast-iron building in the Soho-Cast Iron Historic District between West Houston and Prince Streets. In anticipation of what appears to be a planned condo conversion of the commercial building, the team—led by Joseph Dirand Architecture and Jospeh Vance Architects seeks to remove fire escapes, disassemble and reassemble the cast-iron façade, modify the rear extension, and construct a two-story rooftop addition.

According to the LPC presentation,, the design and development team intends to work with the district's historic context, referencing appropriate materials, paint colors, and finishes for the proposed alterations. The team also cites several similarly approved projects within the district. The existing cast-iron elements, which have suffered from cracks, deformation, and general deterioration, will be labeled, removed, and either restored or replicated to match the original design. The fire escapes will not return, and the entire façade will be painted a darker color.

While there was previously a stark divide between the ground-floor retail and the upper levels, new renderings show unified entry doors and transoms painted to match the upper stories. However, its expansive storefront windows and dramatic columns will continue to set it apart from the residences above.

Compared to the historically sensitive restoration below, the proposed rooftop and bulkhead will bring a distinctly contemporary addition to the 19th-century structure. Two stories totaling 22 feet in height would be added, though the design is set back from Greene Street to minimize visibility from street level (as Landmarks prefers).

142 Greene Street before and after

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Rear elevation with proposed rooftop addition

This project represents the latest chapter for 142 Greene Street, which was built as a paper box factory in 1871. Over 100 years later, art dealer Leo Castelli opened opened a Downtown exhibition space in the building that featured the likes of Roy Lichtenstein.

Luxury menswear designer Paul Smith bought the building for $27.25 million in 2006 and occupied it as its Soho flagship for years; it has since moved on to 88 Wooster Street a few blocks away after selling the building for $39 million in February 2022. The Real Deal announced the sale and identified the buyer as an affiliate of WhatsApp cofounder Jan Koum.

Upon completion, floor plans show that there will be separate residential and commercial entrances on Greene Street. The resulting interiors will boast ceilings up to 12 feet high and abundant light from arched windows overlooking Greene Street. The rooftop addition will be surrounded by a private terrace on both levels.

Little information is available about common amenities, but one perk the building is certain to offer is a central address in Soho. It is located in close proximity to other luxury designers' flagship boutiques, Soho art galleries, an Angelika Film Center movie theater, and acclaimed Downtown restaurants. Transportation options include the Broadway-Lafayette Street B/D/F/M, the Prince Street R/W, and the Bleecker Street 6 trains.

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From the Listing: Welcome to Apartment 8B at 561 Broadway also known as the "Little" Singer Building! This completely open loft is approximately 1,800 sq. ft. with 11' ceilings which gives it amazing spaciousness. It has great bones and is in good condition and can be offered either renovated or in as-is condition. It is currently configured as an open loft with one king-size bedroom along with a potential baby's room and/or walk-in closet/storage room. See floor plan and full details here.

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From the Listing: In the heart of SoHo's most storied block-where cast-iron facades and cobblestone streets whisper the neighborhood's artistic past-resides a loft that speaks fluently in the language of design, discretion, and modern elegance. High ceilings soar above as you take in the original brick walls and exposed steel beams that recall the building's industrial roots. At the center of it all, a custom bookshelf by Raphael de Cardenas anchors the space with quiet authority-part sculpture, part statement of taste. See floor plan and full details here.

351 West Broadway, #4
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351 West Broadway, #4 (Serhant)

From the Listing: A quiet, full-floor loft in the heart of SoHo's Cast Iron Historic District, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home spans approximately 2,400 square feet with original details and light from both the east and west. The keyed elevator opens into a private entry foyer that leads to a nearly 50-foot-wide great room with defined areas for living, dining, and lounging. Four oversized sash windows bring in abundant western light, while exposed beams add character alongside hardwood floors and recessed lighting. See floor plan and full details here.

112 Prince Street, #3
$5,299,000

SoHo | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 2,500 ft²

112 Prince Street, #3 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Welcome to 112 Prince Street, a rare offering in the heart of Soho-an exquisitely renovated full-floor loft that defines downtown elegance. This expansive 2,500 SF residence occupies the third floor of a boutique, five-unit elevator co-op and seamlessly blends authentic loft character with refined modern finishes. Bathed in natural light from grand windows on both northern and southern exposures, the space boasts soaring 12-foot ceilings, rich oak hardwood floors, exposed brick, cast iron columns, and sleek designer lighting throughout. See floor plan and full details here.

104 Wooster Street, #4S
$8,750,000

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104 Wooster Street, #4S (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: The quintessential SoHo lifestyle awaits in this sprawling three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom designer loft sanctuary featuring a desirable full-floor layout, top-of-the-line finishes and an exceptional location within a historic boutique condominium. Meticulously crafted by Mitchell Owen, founder of MOD Group, this sophisticated urban retreat welcomes lavish entertaining and peaceful relaxation with an ideal combination of magazine-worthy glamour and effortless convenience. See floor plan and full details here.

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Little Singer Building, #8B
$2,700,000

152 Wooster Street, #2A
$4,250,000

351 West Broadway, #4
$4,495,000

112 Prince Street, #3
$5,299,000

104 Wooster Street, #4S
$8,750,000

What's old is new again: Mass timber construction in NYC as Timberburg readies to launch sales

When, why, and how to buy a property with an LLC + NYC's 12 priciest neighborhoods to buy a condo/co-op in 2026

Landmarks praises residential conversion/restoration of NoMad's Baudouine Building, Seeks revisions to rooftop addition

NYC contracts led by $18.5M Upper East Side mansion and a bespoke Billionaires' Row condo

Brick is Back: NYC developments revive the warmth of masonry; See Morris Adjmi's new design for 277 Canal Street