Chanin Building, Art Deco skyscraper at East 42nd Street, Manhattan, United States.
The Chanin Building rises 198 meters into the Manhattan skyline with 56 floors of brick, limestone, and terracotta adorned with bronze ornaments.
Completed in 1929 by architects Sloan and Robertson, the structure became one of the tallest buildings in New York City during the economic growth period.
The building's facade features eight plaster reliefs representing achievement through geometric patterns and floral motifs in the Art Deco style.
The structure houses commercial offices and remains accessible through multiple entry points near Grand Central Terminal and several subway stations.
The building's original design included a Baltimore and Ohio Railroad bus terminal in the lobby with marble surfaces until its closure in 1958.
Location: Manhattan
Architects: Sloan & Robertson
Official opening: 1929
Architectural style: Art Deco architecture
Floors above the ground: 56
Height: 198 m
Address: 122 East 42nd Street
GPS coordinates: 40.75111,-73.97556
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:21
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