Harperly Hall

Harperly Hall is an apartment building on Central Park West featuring a distinctive brown brick facade with limestone base and terra cotta trim arranged in varied patterns. The structure houses 76 residential units and displays characteristic elements of Renaissance Revival architecture.

The building was constructed between 1910 and 1911 by architect Henry W. Wilkinson and was the first cooperative housing project on Central Park West. In 1982 it was recognized as a contributing property to the Central Park West Historic District.

The building's name comes from a manor house in England, reflecting design influences that are uncommon in New York. Visitors can see how European architectural ideas were incorporated into the American urban landscape through its distinctive exterior and details.

The building is privately occupied, so interior access is generally not available to visitors, but the exterior and architectural details can be admired from the street. The best time to view and photograph the facade is midday or early afternoon when light falls nicely on the western elevation.

This is the only apartment building in New York City that fully implements the Arts and Crafts style. The carefully considered handcrafted details and distinctive brick patterning demonstrate a rare architectural approach that sets it apart from other residential structures throughout the city.

Location: Manhattan

Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 40.77139,-73.98000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:51