Waldorf Astoria New York, a classic example of Art Deco elegance (Douglas Elliman)
The year 2025 marked the centennial of Art Deco design. The now-iconic style was introduced to the world at the 1925 L’Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris. The exposition was attended by the likes of Irwin Chanin, the designer of The Century and The Majestic on Central Park West. Ralph Walker, “architect of the century,” did not attend, but studied the art form closely and incorporated Art Deco elements into many of his commercial designs.
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"Art Deco is a pastiche of styles, one that, when romance and nostalgia are thrown into the mix, provides an infectious energy and 'snap' that resonates beyond its diehard fans to the public at large" - Alastair Duncan, author of Art Deco Complete: The Definitive Guide to the Decorative Arts of the 1920s and 1930s
Conwell Coffee Hall at 20 Exchange Place | https://tribecacitizen.com/2024/03/29/seen-heard-coffee-in-a-historic-landmark/
In the years that followed, Art Deco buildings like the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building transformed the New York City skyline into one of the world's most iconic, blending bold geometry with ornamental detail to symbolize both modern progress and timeless glamour. Countless residential and commercial structures across the city carry the same spirit in more intimate settings, such as in etched brickwork, patterned spandrels, and stylized motifs that always make walking some NYC streets a visual treat.
Some of Art Deco’s most recognizable forms emerged in response to the 1916 Zoning Resolution, which required setbacks to preserve light and air at street level. Architects embraced the challenge, creating stepped silhouettes and dramatic crowns that have since become defining features of the skyline. Rounded corners, zigzags, chevrons, bold palettes, and exotic motifs inspired by Asian, African, and Egyptian architecture further distinguished the style.
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Art Deco towers, commercial and residential alike, were celebrated as something new and exciting when they first went up. Today, many Art Deco buildings fall under the protection of the Landmarks Preservation Commission, either as individual landmarks or by virtue of their addresses in historic districts, but that is not to say that they have been frozen in time. Many of Mr. Walker's commercial towers have been converted to in-demand condominiums. More recently, the Waldorf Astoria New York reopened in summer 2025 after an extensive renovation that included expanding the size of the hotel rooms, restoring the historical elements to their original glory, and creating the Waldorf Astoria Residences New York, a condo component on the uppermost levels. Owners have access to over 50,000 square feet of private amenities, including a 25-meter Starlight Pool with skylight and the landscaped Starlight Terrace overlooking Park Avenue, as well as the hotel's services, restaurants, spa, and other amenities.
Further west, the McGraw Hill Building on West 42nd Street was one of the first planned office-to-residence conversions to come out of the pandemic. Permits were filed to turn floors 12-32 to residential apartments, and the project also includes a makeover for the office space, a redesign of the lobby, and the restoration of the McGraw-Hill name above the entrance. However, this project is stalled.
Additionally, many of today's architects continue to incorporate Art Deco influences into their work. This has proven a smart move, as buildings from this time period are popular among luxury buyers. 220 Central Park South drew on Art Deco influences rather than try to outdo its more Modernist neighbors on Billionaires' Row; the result has commanded the highest real estate prices in the United States. Additionally, a number of buildings with Art Deco design influences ranked among the city's best-selling buildings of Q3 2025. Below, we look at iconic Art Deco designs and new developments alike.
160 Central Park South
Design by Frank Grad
43 stories | 247 condo units
9 one- to three-beds from $1M - $7M
J.W. Marriott Essex House (CityRealty)
In the Billionaires' Row skyline, the tower at 160 Central Park South continues to stand out for the red neon "Essex House" sign at the top of the building. It is also distinguished by its beige brick facade, multiple setbacks, and attractive Art Deco elements at the base. Residents of the condos have access to five-star hotel amenities that include concierge service, in-room dining, a fitness center, and a luxurious spa.
J.W. Marriott Essex House, #2118-2120
$3,000,000
Midtown West | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,255 ft2
J.W. Marriott Essex House, #2118-2120 (BT NY REALTY LLC)
425 West 50th Street
Design by Ralph Walker
17 stories | 51 units
1 three-bed for $7.95M
Stella Tower via CityRealty
Originally designed in 1927 by Ralph Walker for the New York Telephone Company, Stella Tower is a 17-story prewar building featuring handcrafted brick masonry, dramatic setbacks, and quintessential Art Deco ornamentation. Residents of have access to an amenities package including a 24-hour attended lobby, fitness center, residents' lounge, outdoor garden, bicycle storage, and temperature-controlled grocery storage.
Stella Tower lobby (Compass)
Stella Tower, #PHD (Sothebys International Realty)
212 West 18th Street
Design by Ralph Walker
22 stories | 47 units
1 five-bed for $42.5M
(CityRealty)
In 1929, Ralph Walker constructed this Chelsea building as a telephone switchboard building that was easily distinguished by its robust grills, mullions, and setbacks. In 2012, CetraRuddy expanded the building as part of the conversion to a luxury condominium while treating the original design with utmost deference. Amenities and staff include a full-time doorman, concierge service, library lounge, fitness center with yoga room, sauna, children's playroom, and a landscaped common roof deck with a dining area, sun lawn, and covered cabana room.
All images of Walker Tower via Compass
Walker Tower, #PH2 (DGSIR Realty)
310 Riverside Drive
Design by Helme, Corbett & Harrison and Sugarman & Berger
24 stories | 316 units
1 studio for $375K
Master via Citi-Habitats
Located near Riverside Park and Columbia University, Master was designed at the behest of artist and mystic Nicholas Roerich, who claimed to follow the voice of a "master" in his spiritual quest. The result is a magnificent Art Deco tower that has been designated a New York City Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Staff and amenities include a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, stunning Art Deco lobby, four elevators, newly renovated laundry facility, remodeled hallways, bicycle room, and private storage lockers.
Master, #1201 (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)
Design by Cross & Cross
57 stories | 736 units
Studios to two-beds from $3,475/month
Up to 2 months free rent on a 16-month lease
Soaring in the heart of the Financial District’s Twenty Exchange Place has been a downtown icon and skyline fixture its construction in 1931, and its crown now exudes bright white illumination to further solidify the landmark's spot on the world's most famous skyline..
Originally erected to house the City Bank Farmer's Trust (now Citigroup), the 54-story tower was converted in 2004 to include luxury rental apartments across its upper half, with office and retail space below.
Design by Schwartz & Gross
19 stories | 109 units
1 four-bed for $42M
55 Central Park West via CORE
Between its pointed pilasters, towering height, and two-toned brick, it is little wonder that the dramatic Art Deco building at 55 Central Park West has appeared in both the National Register of Historic Places and Ghostbusters. Amenities include a superintendent, full-time door staff, landscaped and furnished roof terrace, bike room, refurbished playroom, laundry facility, and individual storage.
55 Central Park West, #PH19/20 (Compass)
Design by Harvey Wiley Corbett
27 stories | 184 units
2 one- to two-beds from $1.4M - $1.6M
1 Fifth Avenue via Ondel
1 Fifth Avenue is about to be dethroned as the tallest building in Greenwich Village, but nothing can replace it as one of New York City's most beautiful Art Deco designs. Its light hue, chamfered corners, angled windows, and telescoping setbacks were instrumental in its designation as a New York City Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places. It is located down the block from Washington Square Park, and amenities and staff include 24-hour doorman/concierge, live-in superintendent, laundry room, and bike room.
1 Fifth Avenue, #16A (Ann Weintraub Ltd)
35 East 76th Street
Design by Bien & Prince
38 stories | 187 units
2 two-beds from $2.2M - $13M
The Carlyle
Home of the storied Bemelman's Bar, The Carlyle is a New York City Landmark and one of the most prominent prewar towers on the Upper East Side. It combines a world-famous luxury hotel with cooperative units on the upper levels. Residents enjoy access to the hotel's amenities and services, which include a twice-daily maid service, laundry service, valet service, in-home catering, elevator operators, doorman and concierge service, fitness center, business center, and garage.
The Carlyle, #PH3407 (Sothebys International Realty)
25 Central Park West
Design by Irwin Chanin
32 stories | 410 units
8 one- to four-beds from $1.25M - $16.5M
The Century via CityRealty
Between its twin-towered design, beige brick facade, and beautiful bay windows, The Century is a true Art Deco gem located right between Columbus Circle and Lincoln Center. The building has a full-time door staff, elevator attendants, and concierge service as well as a landscaped garden, laundry service, and on-site storage.
The Century, #21Q (Corcoran Group)
115 Central Park West
Design by Irwin Chanin
30 stories | 234 units
1 two-bed for $2.95M
The Majestic's original design that was downsized due to the Great Depression. R: Photo of The Majestic from The Lake in Central Park (BHS)
The Majestic is a more understated example of Art Deco design, but no less beautiful for it. Steps from Central Park, it is distinguished by its boldly ribbed pinnacles. Residential amenities include an elegant lobby, rooftop solarium, fitness center, and children's playroom.
The Majestic, #9H (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)
320 Central Park West
Design by Emery Roth
22 stories | 201 units
2 one- to two-beds from $750K - $1.98M
The Ardsley via CityRealty
A few doors up from The Eldorado (see below), The Ardsley is another Emery Roth building designated a New York City Landmark. Its Mayan temple-esque facade looms over Central Park, and its multiple setbacks and bold geometric patterns nod to Art Deco elements. The white-glove building's staff includes doorman, concierge, on-site resident manager, and full-time porter. Residents have access to amenities like a fitness center, children's playroom, two bike rooms, multiple storage rooms, and a lending library.
The Ardsley, #5H (Sothebys International Realty)
300 Central Park West
Design by Emery Roth
30 stories | 208 units
4 two- to three-beds from $1.95M - $11.75M
The Eldorado via The Corcoran Group
The Eldorado is one of Manhattan's finest Art Deco buildings and a New York City Landmark. Designed by prominent architect Emery Roth, it looks over the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir and beautifully exemplifies the gradual transition from classical opulence to avant-garde modernism. The building allows pets and washer/dryers, and amenities include a state-of-the-art gym, children's playroom, and on-site garage.
The Eldorado, #9A (Corcoran Group)
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100 Barclay Street
Design by Ralph Walker
32 stories | 158 units
6 two- to four-beds from $3.15M - $6M
Located at the junction of Tribeca, the Financial District, and Battery Park City, One Hundred Barclay Tribeca is one of New York's first Art Deco skyscrapers. The building was originally constructed as the headquarters for the New York Telephone Company, and the original lobby and murals have been beautifully preserved. However, amenities like a fitness center, lap pool, sauna and steam room, business center, club lounge, wine room, media room, game room, children's playroom, and music room were added for the benefit of residents.
All images of 100 Barclay Tribeca via DXA Studio
One Hundred Barclay Tribeca, #B22 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
Design by Clinton & Russell, Holton & George
66 stories | 644 units
Studio to three-beds from $4,016/month
Up to 1 month free rent on a 12-month lease
All images of 70 Pine Street via Rose Associates
When the 952-foot-tall 70 Pine Street rose in 1932, the tower yielded only to the Empire State and the Chrysler buildings in terms of both height and Art Deco elegance. Decades later, this New York City Landmark has been thoughtfully reimagined into a luxurious rental with 22,000 square feet of amenities, a hotel outpost, and convenient retailers like City Acres Market, Blue Park Kitchen, and Black Fox Coffee.
305 Park Avenue
Design by Schutze & Weaver
52 stories | 375 units
28 studio to four-beds from $1.88M - $16.88M
The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria via Noe & Associates with The Boundary
"There are grand hotels, and then there's The Waldorf." So says architecture critic Carter Horsley of the iconic Art Deco skyscraper on Park Avenue. The building has undergone a partial conversion to include luxury condominiums as well as expanded hotel rooms, but the landmarked facade and interiors like the Grand Ballroom, West Lounge, and Park Avenue lobby have been beautifully restored to their former glory.
Waldorf Astoria Residences New York, #2702
$15,000,000
Midtown East | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 3,086 ft2
Waldorf Astoria Residences New York, #2702 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
Design by Ralph Walker
50 stories | 566 units
18 studio to three-beds from $995K - $9M
One Wall Street via DBOX for Macklowe Properties
At the time One Wall Street was originally constructed as headquarters for Irving Trust Company, it was the tenth-tallest building in the world. It has since been outstripped in terms of height, but its undulating limestone facade and Art Deco style were instrumental in its designation as a New York City Landmark in 2001. It has been converted to luxury condos with a 176,000-square-foot amenity suite, but its historic elements have not been scrapped: The White Room, a hall of mother-of-pearl seashells, will be incorporated into the penthouse in the pinnacle of the building, and mosaic-clad Red Room in the base of the building is now the Shoe Salon in the first United States outpost of Parisian department store Printemps.
One Wall Street, #823 (One Wall Street Sales LLC)
435 East 52nd Street
Design by Bottomley, Wagner & White
26 stories | 79 units
7 three- to six-bedrooms from $2.35M - $10.95M
River House via CityRealty
From its eagle-flanked driveway entrance to its gracefully curved pinnacle, River House combines Art Deco and Beaux Arts motifs to excellent effect to create one of the finest cooperatives in the city, if not the world. Those who can get past the infamous cooperative board have access to a helpful and discreet staff, expansive apartments, and the health club and dining at the River Club.
River House, #13A (Sothebys International Realty)
New Art Deco-Inspired Developments
Design by COOKFOX and Studio Mellone
49 stories | 110 condos
1 one-bed for $4.5M
This attractive, 49-story, mixed-use tower at 25 Park Row overlooking City Hall Park on part of the former site of J & R Music & Computer World was developed by the family that controlled J & R and the L + M Development Partners Inc. It replaces three low-rise buildings on the block that once was part of the city's historic Newspaper Row. Studio Mellone designed the major amenity spaces that include a 20,000-square-foot Park Row Club.
25 Park Row, #29A (Compass)
30 Park Place
Design by Robert A.M. Stern Architects
82 stories | 157 units
5 one- to four-beds from $2.7M - $7.4M
The Four Seasons Private Residences via Robert A.M. Stern Architects
On the cusp of Tribeca and the Financial District, the limestone-clad, Jazz Age-inspired tower at 30 Park Place houses a Four Seasons Hotel on the lower 22 floors and luxury condominiums on the upper levels. Not only do residents have access to the hotel's amenities and service, but exclusive residential amenities include fitness center and yoga studio, private dining room, conservatory and lounge with access to loggias, a children's playroom, and a screening room.
The Four Seasons Private Residences, #54A
$7,400,000 (-6.3%)
Tribeca | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 2,811 ft2
The Four Seasons Private Residences, #54A (Corcoran Group)
514 West 24th Street
Design by Roman & Williams
10 stories | 14 units
No public availabilities
Located in the heart of the High Line building boom, The Fitzroy presents a contemporary take on classic Art Deco design with a green terra cotta facade, copper spandrels, and setback at the eighth floor. Building services and amenities include 24-hour attended lobby, state-of-the-art fitness center with dynamic movement studio, cardio studio with yoga / Pilates room, wine cellar with secure wine locker for each home, climate-controlled, fully customizable storage room for each home, landscaped rooftop lounge with summer kitchen, children's art studio, auxiliary laundry room with large washers and vented dryers, and bike room.
The Fitzroy via CityRealty
30 East 29th Street
Design by CetraRuddy
46 stories | 121 units
2 one- to two-beds from $1.8M - $2.99M
All images of Rose Hill via CORE
For its first residential tower in New York, Rockefeller Group brings elegance and glamour to the historic neighborhood that gave the building its name. Inside the timeless building, thoughtfully composed residences feature abundant natural light, flexible floor plans, high ceilings, open kitchens, and spa-like baths. Amenities include a double-height lobby, fully equipped gym, professional-grade squash court, 50' pool, sauna, and 37th-floor lounge with billiards table, private dining room, and two private terraces.
Rose Hill, #16A (Compass)
135 East 47th Street
Design by Ismael Leyva Architects
35 stories | 191 units
10 one- to two-beds from $1.18M - $5.5M
Up the street from the Chrysler Building, Monogram New York presents a contemporary take on Art Deco design that comes through especially well with its distinctive crown. Interiors incorporate clean lines, oversized windows look out on iconic city views, and amenities include concierge service, in-house spa services, fitness center, and 35th-story Crest Club with reading room, dining room, and outdoor terraces.
Monogram New York, #24E (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
Design by SHoP Architects
91 stories | 60 units
3 three- to five-beds from $18.25M - $110M
As the second-tallest apartment building in America and the thinnest skyscraper in the world, 111 West 57th Street is decidedly in line with today's adventurous architecture. However, its setbacks, terra cotta piers, and bronze filigree were inspired by Art Deco design, rather like that of the landmarked Steinway Hall integrated into the building. Amenities include a discreet porte cochere entrance on 58th Street, an 82' two-lane swimming pool with private cabanas, separate sauna and treatment rooms, double-height fitness center with mezzanine terrace, private dining room and chef's catering kitchen, residents' lounge with expansive terrace, meeting rooms and a study, 24-hour attended entrances, and dedicated concierge service.
All images of 111 West 57th Street via Douglas Elliman
111 West 57th Street, #QUADPLEX80
$110,000,000
Midtown West | Condominium | 5 Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 11,480 ft2
111 West 57th Street, #QUADPLEX80 (Sothebys International Realty)
Design by Robert A.M. Stern Architects
70 stories | 118 units
1 four-bed for $87.5M
All images of 220 Central Park South via Vornado Realty Trustq
220 Central Park South has risen on the modern stretch of luxury known as Billionaires' Row, but its limestone facade and graceful setback nod to the grand, albeit significantly shorter, homes of yesteryear. Residents may arrive via a secure motor court, and amenities include private dining rooms, entertaining spaces, a library, a screening room, a meeting room, a lounge, a communal terrace, a juice bar, an 82' salt water swimming pool, expansive athletic club and spa, a squash court, a basketball court, a golf simulator room, a weight room, a yoga/Pilates room, and a children's play area.
220 Central Park South, #62
$87,500,000
Midtown West | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths | 6,000 ft2
220 Central Park South, #62 (Modlin Group LLC)
249 East 62nd Street
Design by INC Architecture & Design
28 stories | 66 units
2 three- to four-beds from $3.94M - $9.99M
The Treadwell (Brown Harris Stevens)
When plans for a new building at 249 East 62nd Street were first announced, they came with renderings of an octagonal "building on stilts" designed by Rafael Viñoly. This project was ultimately scrapped, and the building's new architects ultimately drew on Art Deco influences to pay tribute to the nearby Treadwell Farms Historic District. This might ultimately have been to the building's benefits; it is nearly 95% sold as of December 2025. Residents receive complimentary one-year memberships to concierge medical service Sollis Health, and building amenities include an attended lobby, a fitness center with sauna and steam room, a children's playroom, and a Club Lounge.
The Treadwell, #PH (Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing LLC)
250 East 83rd Street
Design by SLCE Architects
31 stories | 128 units
Two- to three-beds from $12,500/month
Up to 1 month free rent on a 16-month lease
The Delecor (The Torkian Group)
On the corner of Second Avenue and East 83rd Street, The Delecor's limestone facade and multiple setbacks nod to Art Deco architecture. However, interior features like open-concept layouts, custom Italian kitchens with state-of-the-art appliances, and in-unit laundry were designed for the modern renter. Over 25,000 square feet of amenities span five floors and feature a double-height fitness center, a sauna, an indoor pool, a children's playroom, a sports simulator, and a rooftop lounge with fire pit and pergola.
85 Fleet Street
Design by SHoP Architects
73 stories | 575 units
14 studio to four-beds from $965K - $16.75M
Photo of Brooklyn Tower via JDS Development
When The Brooklyn Tower was completed, it usurped Brooklyn Point as the tallest building in the borough. The new building rose on the site of Dime Savings Bank, but this isn't Trump Tower 2.0. Quite the contrary - Dime Savings Bank was restored and reimagined as the entrance to the 73-story tower that rose behind it. The apartments above are a mix of rentals and condos with sweeping skyline views, and all residents will have access to a rooftop lounge and pool wrapping around the Guastavino dome.
The Brooklyn Tower, #PH92
$16,750,000
Downtown Brooklyn | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths | 5,891 ft2
The Brooklyn Tower, #PH92 (Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group)
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