Bertelsmann Building

The Bertelsmann Building is an office tower at Times Square that stretches 188 meters high with 44 floors. The facade features panels of blue and green glass combined with vertical aluminum strips, creating a contemporary appearance.

The tower was built in 1990 on the site of the former Loew's State Theatre and sat vacant for several years before Bertelsmann purchased it from bankruptcy in 1992. This transaction marked the beginning of its operation as a corporate office space.

The structure sits where Broadway meets 45th Street, anchoring the Theater District's visual identity. Its presence blends into the busy rhythm of this part of Manhattan, where entertainment venues and commerce coexist.

The building contains 15 elevators serving its floors and has separate entry points for employees and visitors, with the primary entrance on 45th Street. Finding your way inside is straightforward thanks to clear layout and signage throughout.

The lobby houses one of the world's largest LCD video walls, which displays content and information to those passing through. Many people are struck by the sheer scale and brightness of this massive screen when they enter the space.

Location: Manhattan

Inception: 1990

Architects: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill

Official opening: 1990

Floors above the ground: 44

Elevators: 15

Height: 188 m

Website: https://1540broadway.com

GPS coordinates: 40.75806,-73.98500

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:44