229 West 43rd Street
229 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036
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
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
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 new waterproofing membrane
New Siplast roof installation
Installation of new metal flashings
Installation of new roof drains