Overview
Real estate developer Tishman Speyer has announced plans for the restoration and overhaul of the Chrysler Building. These plans involve an exterior facade restoration and a significant redesign of the building's interiors. The initiative follows Tishman Speyer's acquisition of the building's lease.
Research Context
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art (Cooper Union) holds ownership of the ground beneath the Chrysler Building.
Approach
Tishman Speyer's approach encompasses two primary areas of intervention: the restoration of the facade and the redesign of internal spaces. Specifically, the redesign efforts are slated to affect a minimum of 75 percent of the building's interiors.
Findings
- The Chrysler Building's facade is scheduled for restoration.
- At least 75 percent of the Chrysler Building's interiors are planned for redesign.
- These plans were released by Tishman Speyer.
- Tishman Speyer has taken over the building's lease.
- The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art owns the ground under the building.