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History and design of the Heckscher Building
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The Heckscher Building was commissioned by Anama Realty Corporation and designed by Warren and Wetmore in the French Renaissance style. Construction took place from 1920 to 1922.
- The building was financed by developer August Hector, builder George Becker, and architect Charles De Wetmore
- It was designed to complement surrounding architecture, such as the Vanderbilt Mansion
- The building was one of the first skyscrapers to conform to New York City's 1916 zoning resolution, featuring multiple setbacks starting at the 13th floor
Timothy Frye
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The HEXHA building was commissioned by Anama Realty Corporation, a syndicate financed by developer, August Hector, builder George Becker, and Charles De Wetmore, a partner in the architectural firm of Orthorn and Wetmore.
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Construction began in 1920 and was completed in 1922 Mhmm.
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Designed in the French Renaissance style, the HEXHA building was intended to complement surrounding architecture, such as the Vanderbilt Mansion, which originally stood directly across the street.
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It was one of the 1st skyscrapers to confirm to New York City's 1916 zoning resolution, which required that tall buildings reduce their mass as they rise.
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With multiple setbacks starting at the 13th Floor, its design demonstrates how a leading Bozart's architecture firm interpreted this new law and its impact on the emerging 5th Avenue Shopping District.
