Superior Ink, Residential building in West Village, Manhattan, US
Superior Ink is a residential complex at 400 West 12th Street in Manhattan combining a 17-story condominium tower with nine townhouses in a single development. The mixed-use layout provides housing options across different building types within one property.
The current complex replaced the Superior Ink Factory that had produced printing supplies at this site since 1919. Its demolition in 2009 marked the end of the location's direct industrial use in Greenwich Village.
The exterior design echoes the manufacturing past of the neighborhood through industrial details and materials visible in the facade. These references create a visual connection between the modern complex and the area's working-class heritage.
The building features a distributed antenna system throughout its structure to maintain strong cellular signals for residents in all areas. This infrastructure is especially helpful for those who need reliable coverage inside their homes.
The project underwent an architectural change when Charles Gwathmey was replaced by Robert A.M. Stern Architects during the design phase due to concerns about prior work in the neighborhood. This shift in leadership directly influenced the final appearance of the complex.
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