CAST IRON HOUSE
NEW YORK
DATE: 1 MAY 2018
Originally built in 1881 by James White, 67 Franklin Street represents one of New York’s most stunning examples of 19th-century cast iron architecture. The landmark building’s neoclassical façade rises six stories, with intricate ornamentation that shifts subtly from one floor to the next. In reimagining the 13-unit building, architect Shigeru Ban respected its historic detailing, but reenvisioned its interior volumes and created two glass and steel penthouses that represent the height of contemporary living.
Open, airy, fluid interiors are a signature of Shigeru Ban’s work. Large expanses of white, high ceilings, and large windows invite light into his spaces. At Cast Iron House, Ban’s concept of the “universal floor” allows the kitchen, living, and dining areas to flow together without the interruption of walls, making for a seamless room-to-room experience.
Suspended by a cantilevered Vierendeel truss, Ban’s two spectacular glass and steel penthouses seem to float above the building’s neoclassical façade. Both residences have large telescoping walls that can be closed for privacy or opened to allow the elements in creating a sense of fluidity between the penthouses’ interiors and the surrounding cityscape.
Cast Iron House’s lofts represent an artful interplay between space and light. The sculpted double-height ceilings, vaulted windows, and interlocking volumes evoke a feeling of openness and fluidity. The 25-foot ceilings and white walls provide a bright contrast to the lofts’ warm, wood-paneled floors.
The building’s elegant master baths, some of which offer iconic Manhattan views, strike a balance between solidity and transparency. Radiant-heated floors, custom counters, and polished-chrome fixtures and accessories represent a carefully selected array of luxury comforts.
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DATE: 2 MAY 2018
Originally built in 1881 by James White, 67 Franklin Street represents one of New York’s most stunning examples of 19th-century cast iron architecture. The landmark building’s neoclassical façade rises six stories, with intricate ornamentation that shifts subtly from one floor to the next. In reimagining the 13-unit building, architect Shigeru Ban respected its historic detailing, but reenvisioned its interior volumes and created two glass and steel penthouses that represent the height of contemporary living.
Open, airy, fluid interiors are a signature of Shigeru Ban’s work. Large expanses of white, high ceilings, and large windows invite light into his spaces. At Cast Iron House, Ban’s concept of the “universal floor” allows the kitchen, living, and dining areas to flow together without the interruption of walls, making for a seamless room-to-room experience.
Suspended by a cantilevered Vierendeel truss, Ban’s two spectacular glass and steel penthouses seem to float above the building’s neoclassical façade. Both residences have large telescoping walls that can be closed for privacy or opened to allow the elements in creating a sense of fluidity between the penthouses’ interiors and the surrounding cityscape.
Cast Iron House’s lofts represent an artful interplay between space and light. The sculpted double-height ceilings, vaulted windows, and interlocking volumes evoke a feeling of openness and fluidity. The 25-foot ceilings and white walls provide a bright contrast to the lofts’ warm, wood-paneled floors.
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