The New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission is reviewing a proposal for renovations to 57-59 Christopher Street in Manhattan’s West Village. Designed and assembled by EDG, the proposal is an application to remedy fire damage to the adjoining buildings’ roofs, while adding height to each building’s top floor.
Fire damage at 59 Christopher Street, via proposal
Fire damage at 57 Christopher Street, via proposal
The fire, which according to the proposal occurred on July 3, 2022, has left the roof in a state of disrepair. Plans outline new designs for the roof, which include significantly raising maximum height of the existing structure’s stair bulkhead.
The renovation would also allow for the addition of new bedrooms facing Christopher Street on the top units of both buildings. The new bedrooms will reach approximately as high as the existing stair bulkhead, but will top out significantly shorter than the new stair bulkhead.
Proposed design of top floor redesign, via proposal
Render of redesign, via proposal
The proposal pays considerable attention to 57 and 59 Christopher Street’s historical context in their surroundings, providing imagery of the buildings over the years from a variety of sources. In addition, an extensive sight line study was conducted to ensure that the additions to the buildings will be non-intrusive in their visual impact on the neighborhood.
Historical context in neighborhood, via proposal
Sight line study, via proposal
57 and 59 Christopher Street are located steps from the Christopher Street-Sheridan Square subway station, which services the 1 train.
The proposal was submitted to the LPC on February 11.
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Put the stoops back
I am fine with this (or even a larger addition) as long as it doesn’t impact the Kettle of Fish.
Would be better to replace this building with a proper elevator apartment instead of trying to squeeze in one measly apartment in a small crawl space…