Graybar Building, Art Deco office building in Midtown Manhattan, United States
The Graybar Building rises 30 stories above Lexington Avenue, featuring a facade with geometric patterns and Byzantine Revival architectural elements at 420 Lexington Avenue.
Completed in 1927 within Terminal City, the structure was initially called Eastern Terminal Office Building before being renamed after its primary tenant, Graybar Electric Company.
The New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission designated this building as an official landmark in 2016, recognizing its role in Manhattan's commercial development.
The building connects directly to Grand Central Terminal through an underground passage, providing office space for 12,000 workers and multiple transportation options.
The entire building stands on air rights above Grand Central Terminal's railroad tracks, demonstrating innovative construction techniques of early 20th-century Manhattan.
Location: Manhattan
Inception: 1920s
Architects: Sloan & Robertson
Architectural style: Art Deco, Byzantine Revival architecture
Address: 420-430 Lexington Avenue
GPS coordinates: 40.75268,-73.97483
Latest update: May 14, 2025 14:33
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