229 West 43rd Street

229 West 43rd Street

229 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036

Landmark Preservation

History

229 West 43rd Street, once served as the headquarters of notable publication, The New York Times. From 1913 to 2007, The Times called this address home, now it stands as a timeless symbol of both history and architectural brilliance.

Over a century later, this iconic building remains a center for creativity and innovation, housing various businesses. Among these businesses is Snap Inc., the owner of the social media platform, Snapchat.  

229 West 43rd was recognized by the Landmarks Preservation Commission in 2001 as a historical landmark. The structure not only impresses with its construction but also with the lasting mark it has left on one of the world’s most renowned locations, Times Square. 

Scope of work

Masonry brick repair and replacement
Face brick replacement
Brick coating
Brick pier reconstruction

 Replacement of 6,500 terra cotta units including: terra cotta copings, terra cotta lintels, terra cotta sills, terra cotta parapet walls, terra cotta Juliet balconies, terra cotta dormers, etc

Structural steel replacement
Steel lintel replacement
Installation of new steel brackets
Steel column and spandrel repair
Cupola reconstruction
Removal and resetting of existing railings
Replacing copper gutter, Replacement of cast iron finials
Installation of lightweight concrete slab
Partial copper roof replacement
Installation of new waterproofing membrane
New Siplast roof installation
Installation of new metal flashings
Installation of new roof drains

Project

Architect:
Diaz Architects Inc
Year Built
1913

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