LPC to Review Proposal for Modifications to 945 Madison Avenue on Manhattan’s Upper East Side

Sotheby’s has submitted a proposal to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for modifications to 945 Madison Avenue, the former Whitney Museum of American Art and an individual and interior landmark on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. The plan, which was presented at a public hearing on July 22, proposes minor changes to the building’s entrance in addition to the restoration of its former sculpture court. PBDW Architects was listed as executive architect, Herzog & de Meuron as design consultant, and Gardiner & Theobald as client representative for the work on the property, which is located at the corner of Madison Avenue and East 75th Street.

Photograph of 945 Madison Avenue, via LPC proposal

Proposed work includes updates to the building’s south entry such as new bronze signage, freestanding planters, and updated bronze stair treads with concealed LED lighting.

Aerial shot of 945 Madison Avenue, via LPC proposal

At the building’s B1 level, the sunken garden will be reinstated as a sculpture court, incorporating new trees, planters, movable seating, and custom pedestals for outdoor artwork. A restaurant will continue to occupy space on the same level, and a wood-framed outdoor bar with integrated lighting is proposed along the garden’s perimeter.

The closest subway from 945 Madison Avenue is the 6 train at the 77th Street station along Lexington Avenue.

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