521 Fifth Avenue, The Lefcourt National Building
Posted on October 23, 2015 by — No Comments
One of many buildings constructed by the flamboyant developer A.E. Lefcourt, the Lefcourt National Building at 521 Fifth Avenue is a massive, dignified and somewhat stern example of Stripped Classicism applied to the setback style more commonly associated with Art Deco. Architects Shreve, Lamb and Harmon, of Empire State Building fame, also designed the nearby… Continue reading
149-151 Fifth Avenue
Posted on September 19, 2014 by — 2 Comments
Built in 1917-1918, 149-151 Fifth Avenue is the final building constructed on the Ladies’ Mile to designs by Robert Maynicke and represents the evolution of both the firm of Maynicke & Franke and of commercial architecture in New York. On the cusp of the Roaring Twenties the Beaux Arts style was becoming passe and Art Deco had… Continue reading