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520 W. 20th St 7th Floor Office
- Usage: Office
- Type: Sublet
- Floor: 7th Floor
- Size: 13,088 SQFT
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- Term: Negotiable
Full-floor identity on the seventh level presents a distinctly different planning approach from the sixth floor, anchored by an open work area built for fifty-four workstations while pushing enclosed rooms outward to the east and west ends of the unit where direct adjacency to the terraces defines how those spaces are used. Set within the glass-box addition, the floor benefits from full perimeter glass exposure and two private terraces facing north and south, which are not secondary features but rather the primary drivers behind how the layout is structured and experienced.
Entry off the elevator bank opens into a controlled reception sequence that transitions into a central circulation spine, directing movement toward the workstation core while maintaining separation between internal operations and client-facing environments. The core workspace is arranged in clean benching rows that support fifty-four seats with strong team clustering and uninterrupted sightlines across the entire floorplate, creating a highly efficient operational hub.
Enclosed rooms are deliberately positioned along the east and west perimeter zones, forming two distinct program clusters tied directly to terrace access. The layout includes one formal boardroom, one large conference room, four additional small conference rooms, and two meeting rooms that can flex between breakout, team, or private office use depending on operational needs. A dedicated executive office and lounge suite is carved out as a premium condition, complete with a private restroom and integrated shower, reinforcing the headquarters-quality nature of the installation.
This perimeter-driven configuration contrasts with the sixth floor by concentrating enclosed spaces at the edges rather than distributing them throughout, allowing the terraces to become functional extensions of the meeting and executive environments rather than isolated amenities. Each end of the floor effectively operates as its own “neighborhood,” where enclosed rooms, collaboration areas, and outdoor access work together as a cohesive unit.
Supporting infrastructure is integrated efficiently between these zones, including a high-end pantry and an open lounge and collaboration area that provides informal meeting space without interrupting the primary workstation core. Twelve phone booths are distributed throughout the plan, offering immediate access to acoustic privacy and supporting the density of the open workspace.
Circulation remains fluid and continuous from east to west, linking all program elements through the central spine while maintaining clear separation between public-facing and internal functions. The two private terraces, positioned on opposite exposures, extend directly off the interior and function as true outdoor workspaces for meetings, collaboration, and employee downtime. Delivered fully furnished with a brand-new, high-end installation, the seventh floor combines fifty-four workstations, eight total meeting rooms, one executive suite with private restroom and shower, twelve phone booths, a pantry, open collaboration space, and dual terraces into a cohesive full-floor layout that prioritizes perimeter activation and indoor–outdoor functionality.
520 W. 20th St, New York, NY 10011
About the Building
520 West 20th Street sits directly along the High Line and captures the essence of Chelsea by combining preserved industrial architecture with a distinctly modern addition. The original warehouse structure remains largely intact, with its brick façade left untouched, allowing the building to retain the raw, authentic character that defines the neighborhood. Inside, that same approach continues, where exposed concrete, aged brick, and timber elements reinforce a sense of history while creating a warm, textured office environment.
Rather than separating old from new, the design weaves them together. The materials used in the original structure carry through into the updated portions of the building, creating a consistent visual language across both the historic base and the contemporary expansion above. Rising from the existing structure, two vertical cores anchor the building’s transformation. These cores contain circulation and mechanical systems, while also serving as the structural backbone for the steel-and-glass addition that extends over the original roofline.
The warehouse itself, which had previously been used as a parking facility, was intentionally left in its found condition. Weathered brick, discoloration, and remnants of old signage were preserved, reinforcing the authenticity of the structure rather than erasing it. Inside, the original ceiling heights remain generous, enhancing the sense of volume and allowing the historic materials to define the space.
At the ground level, the lobby introduces a more refined but still contextual design. Board-formed concrete surfaces, a custom reception installation, and a feature wall constructed from reclaimed railroad ties—referencing the nearby High Line—create a space that feels both industrial and curated. The inclusion of gallery space further aligns the building with Chelsea’s art-driven identity.
Structurally, the new addition is supported by the two vertical cores, which rise through the building and extend above the original roof. These elements, inspired by the building’s former elevator shafts, now function as the framework that carries the modern glass volume. The result is a composition where a contemporary structure appears to hover above a preserved industrial base.
Overall, the building does not attempt to overshadow its surroundings. Instead, it embraces Chelsea’s transformation by maintaining a clear connection to its past while introducing a modern architectural layer. The preserved warehouse grounds the property in the neighborhood’s industrial history, while the elevated glass addition reflects the forward-looking character of the area today.
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