One Wall Street Project in Manhattan, New York

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One Wall Street: First Look Inside The Iconic Art Deco Landmark

Set in the iconic Downtown Manhattan, Macklowe Properties opens its  doors for the first look into the Art-Deco masterpiece, One Wall Street, showcasing world-renowned  designer interiors and world-class amenities.

AD100 designer Elizabeth Graziolo of Yellow House Architects, French architect and designer Cyril  Vergniol, and award-winning architect Deborah Berke designed the building’s inaugural model  apartments and first-of-its-kind residential co-working space, One Works. With an injection of leading  names in architecture and design, the building sets a benchmark for luxury living in Downtown  Manhattan.

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Co-working space, One Works (Designed by Deborah Berke)

Taking stylistic cues from the iconic Art Deco period, Elizabeth Graziolo was brought on to lead the  design of the Model Unit 2501, paying homage to the grand 1930s structure while creating a  luxurious and comfortable space.

Paying attention to the overall grandeur of One Wall Street’s stature, the Yellow House Architects took inspiration from the organic shapes of the building’s exterior stone, softening the rigid material  to design an elevated living space that exudes luxury and comfort. Making careful selections of  modern and traditional pieces throughout the apartment, the Yellow House team meticulously  curated a space that plays with juxtapositions of classic and contemporary pieces, evoking a sense of  vintage glamour that honours the timeless architecture of the building.

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Apartment 2501 – Designed by Elizabeth Graziolo, Yellow House Architects

“The opportunity to work on One Wall Street was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, particularly as the  Art Deco period has always been one of my favourite architectural styles,” commented Elizabeth. “It  has been a pleasure working closely with Harry Macklowe throughout the design process and  understanding his vision for the property. We have learned from each other’s experiences and  challenged each other’s artistic beliefs to develop a stunning unit”.  

Conversely, acclaimed French architect and designer Cyril Vergniol showcases bolder and more  eclectic design choices. Cyril’s vision for the space was not to fall into the Art Deco pastiche but rather to provide an elegant, cultural apartment with an eclectic mix of antique and contemporary artworks  and furniture, inspired by the dramatic spirit of One Wall Street’s architecture.

To emphasize the unconventional style of exhibiting contemporary designers alongside period  pieces, Cyril collaborated with a local gallery, Maison Gérard, to incorporate a mix of French,  European and American furniture, lighting, and objects d’art to create a space that is timeless and  contemporary with an understated luxury and sense of balance. To emphasize the eclectic  storytelling of the project, Cyril carefully selected all the arts, paintings, and sculptures from the Leila  Heller Gallery, well-known pioneers of the artistic landscape, promoting creative dialogue between  Western, Middle Eastern, Central and Southeast Asian artists.

“For me, as a Frenchman, a building such as One Wall Street represents the idea of New York that I  had as a child, only knowing the city through images – a stone skyscraper in pure art deco style”. He  continued, “New York City has long been a hotbed for artistic expression, supported by its vibrant arts  community and local independent galleries. With this in mind, we felt it was important to honour the  heritage of One Wall Street through our work with local artists and galleries”.  

Award-winning architect Deborah Berke brings to life the transformative co-working space, One  Works, part of the 100,000 square feet of resort-hotel-level amenities offered to all residents and  known as One Club. Exclusive to residents, the One Club provides a wide range of high-end amenities,  including a glass-enclosed pool, priority membership to Life Time, a state-of-the-art wellness and  fitness centre, private and informal dining alongside the bar in the One Club Dining Room, a full-time  concierge, and a world-class co-working space, One Works by the One Club.

With the foresight to build a co-working space before the pandemic, Deborah Berke, alongside her  team, worked closely with Harry Macklowe to bring to life a space which reveals the architecture of  the building whilst simultaneously creating an effortless, multifunctional space. Thoughtfully  designed to support a multitude of residents, One Works offers two large conference rooms for meetings and presentations, two soundproof phone rooms for privacy when taking calls or virtual  meetings and two state-of-the-are podcast rooms with equipment supplied upon request.

“Our vision was to contrast the old with the new, building a modern, adaptive, and reusable  framework which can be layered over time while still acknowledging the historic Art Deco accents  throughout,” commented Deborah Berke.

The largest residential renovation in New York City history, One Wall Street sets the standard for  world-class design and unmatched amenities to create a bespoke luxury lifestyle. One Wall Street  will also be home to Downtown Manhattan’s largest Whole Foods Market. Designed by The New  York Times’ “Architect of the Century,” Ralph Walker and developed by Macklowe Properties, the former Irving Trust Bank building was completely renovated from its former roots, establishing the  property as one of New York’s most sought-after residences.

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Apartment 2516 – Designed by Cyril Vergniol