https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/2381 en-us A neglected 19th-century landmark reveals an astonishing space for a new hotel, thanks to Gerner Kronick + Valcarcel and Martin Brudnizki Design Studio.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/11920 Tue, 04 Oct 2016 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/11920-the-beekman-hotel-in-new-york-city Newly renovated, the atrium has a curated art program displayed in the court, honoring figures such as Edgar Allen Poe, who spoke at an earlier building on the site. Photo © Bjorn Wallander for The Beekman The twin-turreted office building was completed in 1883. Its skylit atrium was completely walled in, hidden for more than 60 years. Image courtesy The Beekman The skylit atrium was completely walled in, hidden for more than 60 years. Photo © Teddy Wolff Glass-enclosed bookcases screen the elevators from the main atrium, where vintage-look inlaid wood floors echo the original border pattern of the balcony floor tiles above. Photo © Teddy Wolff A 20-foot-long sofa is part of the lobby’s whimsical decor. Photo © Richard Barnes The hotel features casual sitting areas in the grand court, along with two high-end restaurants. Photo © Bjorn Wallander for The Beekman The guest rooms have a residential character, with stylishly mismatched yet compatible furnishings from different periods. Photo © Richard Barnes The newly restored elevator dials were salvaged from a building of the same era. Photo © Teddy Wolff The atrium balconies have original iron ceiling panels, dragon brackets, and guardrails, as well as encaustic floor tiles (partially covered here with a custom runner). Photo © Bjorn Wallander for The Beekman Image courtesy Gerner Kronick + Valcarcel Image courtesy Gerner Kronick + Valcarcel Image courtesy Gerner Kronick + Valcarcel