This historic brick building was built in 1785 by Edward Mooney, a wealthy butcher. Mooney left his home behind when he died in 1800, and since then, the building has been used as a hotel, a pool parlor, a store, a brothel, a restaurant, and is now used as a bank. New York City designated the building as a landmark in 1966. It is the only remaining townhouse from the American Revolutionary period.
A prime feature on Manhattan's signature skyline is the Candler Building. Owned by the Paramount Group and built in the year 1914 by the Coca-Cola brand, this skyscraper features on the National Register of Historic Places. It is located in the heart of Times Square and is a fine specimen of the city's architecture. It is home to a restaurant and several commercial spaces.
Dating back to April 1929, The Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower (a.k.a. One Hanson Place), Brooklyn, NYC, stands tall, rising to a height of 512 feet (156 meters). It is rightfully regarded as a distinctive architectural landmark of the city that is full of character and substance. The 37-storied building built to a Byzantine–Romanesque design is topped off with a four-sided clock tower. Given its commanding height, The Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower is recognized as one of the world's tallest clock towers.
The Huntington-Hartford Building was designed by Edward Durrell in stone and is regarded as a controversial landmark by all because of its looks. Many want it pulled down, many want it redesigned, others are fighting to hold onto the legacy of the Huntington-Hartford's. It lies very close to the Trump Towers. The building also holds a vast collection of the Huntington-Hardford paintings in a museum. The building was erected in 1964 and has a white marble facade, 'lollipop' columns and portholes that make its design very ugly indeed. It is now home to the Museum of Arts and Design.
Wallace Building as it was previously called is now known as 56 Pine Street. Built between 1893 to 1894, it is located in the financial district of Manhattan. Constructed in the Romanesque Revival style, it has been designed by architect Oscar Wirz. The magnificent building is a New York City landmark and has also been a part of the National Register of Historic Places since 2003.
Verizon Building is a significant landmark that is located on West street. Built in 1927, this skyscraper was home to the New York Telephone Company. Being the first Art Deco high rise building, this 32-floor landmark is considered to be a fine example of the use of the step back principle in art deco design. The building is close to public transport and consists of a beautifully designed lobby area that consists of murals showing how human communication has progressed over the years.
