The renovation of 80 Eighth Avenue in Chelsea transformed a vacant historic office into a modern workspace that celebrates its architectural legacy. Once home to New York Governor Al Smith in the 1920s and originally part of a former Art Deco bank, the building’s distinctive limestone arches and rich wood paneling were meticulously restored by Re: Design Architects. Working with GFP Real Estate, the design team opened up the previously segmented floor plan to create flexible work areas, a new kitchen, and inviting breakout spaces, blending historic preservation with contemporary function. Located near Google’s New York headquarters, the Banker’s Trust Company Building, designed by William Whitehall in 1929, now attracts creative tenants seeking an inspiring, character-rich office environment in the heart of Chelsea’s vibrant commercial corridor, steps from Chelsea Market and the  Meatpacking District.

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CLIENT: GFPRE 

LOCATION: New York, NY

SIZE: 1,707 sq. ft.
COMPLETION DATE: 2018
PROJECT TYPE: Commercial Office Renovation

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SERVICES PROVIDED: 

• Architectural and interior design 

 • Historic Preservation 

 • Color and material palette development

 • project management

 • Signage design

 • Staging​​