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Happy Holidays and a Joyful New Year from all of us at Marin Architects! We hope this season brings peace, joy, and cherished memories with your loved ones. Thank you to everyone who has helped us along the way including our dedicated employees, collaborators, and valued clients. Here’s to a prosperous 2025!

Xadia Hotel’s Glass Façade Begins Installation at 58 West 39th Street in Midtown, Manhattan https://lnkd.in/eqem34M3

Recently featured on YIMBY, the Xadia Hotel at 58 West 39th Street in Midtown Manhattan is making its mark as the 21st tallest building in New York City. Designed by our team at Marin Architects, the striking glass façade is now being installed — a defining feature that will make this 42-story, 475-foot-tall tower a crown jewel near Bryant Park. Its remarkable cantilevered design embodies the spirit of NYC while pushing the bounds of design and zoning capabilities. We are so proud of our team, the progress and all those involved in making this happen. Click the link below to read more and stay tune as we cover how this building came to be! #MarinArchitects #XadiaHotel #NYCArchitecture #CityOfYes #Innovation #Architecture #Zoning

In much the same way that WeWork strives to help people with networking and connections, the design of WeWork at the Fulton Center connects across two distinct buildings, joined by a common corridor. This project, of which we were the Architect of Record, features a renovation not only within the landmarked 8-story Corbin building, but also the 3rd floor of the Fulton subway mixed-use station. The location of these WeWork offices is within easy access of 10 different subway lines making it a prime location for the company. Marin Architects’ renovation included maintaining the historic elements of the Corbin building, such as the bronze and marble staircase and the Guastavino tiles in the arches of the doorways. Light permeates the space in part due to incorporation of the Sky-Reflector Net, a spiraling James Carpenter-designed skylight on the third floor of the Fulton Center, which was part of the multi-million dollar 2014 renovation

Marin Architects is honored to have served as the architect for 685 Fifth Avenue!  Alongside DeSimone Consulting Engineering, we were able to convert outdated office spaces into the luxurious Mandarin Oriental Residences, Fifth Avenue! Congratulations to the team at DeSimone Consulting Engineering on this well-deserved recognition for your structural engineering expertise! This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without you.

Interiors of 685 Fifth Ave: Mandarin Oriental Residences Architectural design by Marin Architects with interior design by MAWD | March and White Design, the Mandarin Oriental Residences, Fifth Avenue reflect the essence of sophisticated luxury. Every element has been crafted to appeal to the senses and uphold the iconic Mandarin Oriental standard of excellence. Developed by SHVO, 685 Fifth Avenue underwent a remarkable transformation, evolving from the iconic Gucci Headquarters into an exclusive luxury residential destination. This conversion reflects the broader trend in New York City, where increasing housing demands drive the adaptation of commercial spaces into residential developments. Marin Architects is honored to have played an important role in reimagining this landmark, contributing to the creation of Mandarin Oriental Residences on Fifth Avenue. Pictures acquired from Douglas Elliman Real Estate.

Marin Architects' principal, Walter Marin NCARB, was recently featured in a Curbed article discussing the growing trend of transforming commercial spaces into entertainment hubs for different audiences. As the article highlights, with traditional retail leases coming to an end, there is a rise of 'less merchandise and more experiences' driven concepts such as pickleball, escape rooms, and more taking over the real estate landscape. Recognizing this trend, Walter Marin has strategically positioned Marin Architects to lead in creating innovative spaces that reflect this shift in industry. Stay tuned for updates on how we’re embracing these exciting industry changes! Read the full article below. https://lnkd.in/eTDRgguW

Brick Underground recently featured 4750 White Plains Road on their latest article! Proudly designed by our team at Marin Architects and developed by The Finch Group, 4750 White Plains Road is a six-story, mixed-use development located in Wakefield, The Bronx. With a house of worship on the ground floor and affordable housing above, this projects exemplifies community-focused designed. As highlighted in the article, the affordable housing lottery for Wakefield Grace Senior Housing is officially open with 50 affordable housing units. At Marin Architects, we are proud to actively contribute to the betterment of our community spaces with projects such as this. Read the full article below! https://buff.ly/4fTkS6y

***Breathing new life into a vacant corner of East Harlem Tackling complex construction challenges head-on, the Affect team collaborated with expert specialty trades to deliver innovative solutions for a $9.3M residential project at 1638 Park Avenue, NY. This project brought new sleek and modern, much-needed housing to a community in Harlem NYC, including six affordable units within the 26-unit building. From groundbreaking in June 2022 to substantial completion in November 2023, the team stayed on course to achieve TCO by January 2024. Addressing the site’s environmental and logistical demands required in-depth coordination across disciplines. From advanced acoustic and environmental standards to the careful selection of materials, every aspect was meticulously managed. An integrated design and build approach guided the development to completion, resulting in a community-focused space that revitalizes its urban surroundings. “The team at Affect delivered this project on budget whilst maintaining to the strict 24-month schedule” - Ed Procter, Associate Director at Gardiner & Theobald Inc. ‘We are builders, thinkers, and makers’ - find out how our team addressed challenges with innovative solutions, strategic planning, and a focus on quality: https://lnkd.in/ezvWBkCm The Team: Architect of Record (AOR): Marin Architects Structural Engineer: Murray Engineering PC MEP-FP Engineer: TSF Engineering, P.C. Acoustical Consultant: AKRF Geo-Tech Engineer: Hartland Engineering Code Consultant: Metropolis Group, Inc. Environmental Consultant: Hydro Tech Environmental Engineering and Geology, DPC HPD (Housing Preservation & Development) Consultant: City5 Consulting #NewYork #NYConstruction #Construction #ConstructionIndustry #HarlemHousing #UrbanRevitalization

Had the huge pleasure of presenting our AIA lunch and learn to Marin Architects yesterday! An absolutely amazing group who were very interactive (which is much appreciated) If anyone is interested in a #terrazzo or #paver presentation please let me know! When you think concrete…#thinkWausau