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Nelson Tower, Art Deco skyscraper in Garment District, Manhattan, United States.

The Nelson Tower extends 46 stories high at 450 Seventh Avenue, featuring brown stone sections and a white stone crown with a slight slope.

Completed in 1931 during the height of Art Deco construction in Manhattan, the building was designed by architect H. Craig Severance and developed by Julius Nelson.

The building reflects the architectural evolution of Manhattan's commercial district through its structured setbacks and decorative elements characteristic of 1930s design principles.

The structure contains 450,000 square feet of office space served by 15 elevators, with floor plates averaging 16,000 square feet per level.

The tower offers views of Penn Station, Lower Manhattan, and the Empire State Building through its strategic position between 34th and 35th Streets.

Location: Manhattan

Inception: 1931

Architects: H. Craig Severance

Architectural style: Art Deco

Floors above the ground: 46

Elevators: 15

GPS coordinates: 40.75139,-73.99083

Latest update: March 16, 2025 02:17

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