Reinventing New York's Woolworth Building

[@Evercleverkar]

Being a New Yorker, this has always been my personal favorite building. Timeless beauty, monumental design, and a pillar to our city’s stoicism.

[@northfield9529]

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[@linusfotograf]

I love the refitting of old buildings. That castle in the sky, wow. Would love to see a whole video tour of that.

[@jayrussell1825]

They sure built that Woolworth solid, able to undergo all this remodeling after 106 years.

[@sjgreene785]

What history. It is just a beautiful building. I just love NY! I lived in Upstate NY when I was 18. I am 58 now and remember going downtown and all over the city many times..alone. I am from a small town in S.C. but It always felt familiar and never any fear. IT IS A PRICELESS MEMORIES I carry to this day. Thank you.

[@moonwalker091000]

I can't even wrap my head around the engineering and artistry it took to create the suite on the top of this truly magnificent building. So proud of all the designing and creativity it took all those years ago. I am truly speechless. Thanks for the great video!! :o)

[@gastondeveaux3783]

Yeah, it took me a year to master the bagel setting on my toaster. This is next level on top of next level.

[@spaceghost4474]

The Woolworth building and the Chrysler building are, IMHO, the 2 most beautiful buildings in New York! Great video! THE PENTHOUSE IS STUNNING!!!

[@dlwatib]

My personal favorite is the Empire State building, but I see where you're coming from.

[@spaceghost4474]

@@dlwatib + Great building too. Lots of great architecture in NYC.

[@jayrussell1825]

Those new glass & steel skyscrapers they're putting up now at 90 stories in midtown just don't do it for me, they look like a bunch of reynolds aluminum foil boxes set on end. Now this building is architecture!

[@spaceghost4474]

@@jayrussell1825 + I agree! These new glass and steel buildings have no class. Art Nouveau and neo-Gothic speak to you in a way this other stuff just can't.

[@vieuxbal1253]

@ Space Ghost I agree with you 100%. But if I had to choose one building it would have been the Chrysler building. 😊

[@jb68limo]

Your programming is exceptional and I must say this particular episode was fascinating! Thank you!

[@ToofaniZindagi]

I'm starting a job in this building next week. Came at a perfect time!

[@notmaac]

Steve Hendrickson good luck and congratulations

[@jayrussell1825]

Save your pennies & someday you could live there !

[@chs75]

Congrats! What will you be doing?

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Try to sneak onto that private penthouse's elevator!

[@JCB576]

good luck mate!

[@davidrosner6267]

Great video! I hope Neo-Gothic architecture has a 21st century comeback in Gotham!

[@MrCutFolks7]

It’s a free energy building. The lies they tell about when it was built is a lie. This is a Tartarian construction. It used to draw static electricity drawn from the the electricity high up in the air. The quartz and marble and copper in the towers and the arch’s its all to provide free energy. The conversion was to take out all the advanced tech that they don’t want the public to know about. Our history is a lie

[@davidrosner6267]

@@MrCutFolks7, I'm not a fan of conspiracy theories but drawing static electricity from the air sounds pretty awesome! Nikola Tesla would be proud!

[@lorascelsi8102]

Hideous sky scrapers must go out of style.

[@this_boy-gent_is_a_roy-den2660]

In another dimension, the _Cloverfield_ monster knocked it down.

[@conneaness]

@@MrCutFolks7 wow, who knew!

[@brijgautam]

Love this content! As a New Yorker I’ve always wondered how they’ve managed to maintain such an old building. Truly an architectural gem!

[@fweedom34]

The Woolworth building is strikingly awesome. When I heard about the residential floors, my heart skipped a beat. Thankfully, this building has gotten the respect it deserves.

[@sonnypruitt6639]

In 1971 I visited my sister living in NYC. I went downtown to get pictures of the World Trade Center, under construction, at 20 story's, and 60 story's. I saw this beautiful Gothic tower, and was so impressed, I took pictures of that building too. Later I discovered that it was the Woolworth Building, and former world record holder. This news of a refurbished Woolworth Building is the best news since the opening of the Freedom Tower.

[@toastydoggo2313]

The Woolworth building is my favorite skyscraper

[@jayrussell1825]

Could kick myself for not going in there when I was on Manhattan, just have to make another trip!

[@korenng5553]

Amazing...challenges !!

[@solecurious1448]

Woolworth is grand and beautiful but Chrysler is still my fave.

[@sappyjohnson]

@@solecurious1448 I agree. Chrysler is still the best building in NYC

[@32123ABCBA]

@connextro I respectfully disagree- although it is not my fav skyscraper in NYC (That would be 432 Park Avenue)

[@matthew1915]

Thank you for advocating for historic preservation.

[@Basic541]

channels like this keep youtube's future certain. really, im not into construction but i love these video. id like to see more buildings that define a specific age.

[@Tmrfe0962]

I love this channel....I’ve been working in the elevator industry here in NYC for over 30 years and it’s been a great career...seeing it on this channel, only magnifies that enjoyment.....Thanks and keep up the great work.

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FYI, B1M made a video dedicated to elevators. If you haven't seen it you should check it out.

[@Tmrfe0962]

Jonathan Thompson thanks, I did...& they did a Great job.i actually work on some of the buildings/elevators they talk about... Great channel.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

@@Tmrfe0962 I love building's mechanical systems!

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Thanks for your service. I did some cursory research into elevators for a project I was working on a while ago. It was ascinating to see how we often see the elevator *car* as the *elevator*, and are completely unaware of the entire marvelous structure within a structure (to say nothing of the elegance of the mechanics and mechanical controls) that encompasses the modern marvel that we blithely call an 'elevator'. Most people have NO idea how much love, care, sweat and attention go into keeping this show going ;)

[@RyomaG]

Truly one of the most beautiful skyscrapers!

[@dominicrobertson7626]

This was one of the first buildings I sought out when I went to New York and it's awesome to hear about the continued renewal of it

[@TheTaxburden]

The top 5 floor penthouse is still for sale. The renderings and plans for it are beautiful.

[@Missditabomb]

It is such a beautiful building with the most incredible design. It is my favourite building in New York City. I would have liked to have been able to walk through it when it was all entirely office space "back in the day". The interior details were said to be magnificent. This was F.W. Woolworth's pride and joy.

[@bandfromtheband9445]

This tower is so, so very beautiful! The Lobby is to die for!!

[@osphranterrufus]

Bravo to all who saved the Woolworth Building! This video really shows the challenges involved.

[@sandrin0]

Documentary quality writing, narration, video clips, and animations. You guys really do just keep putting out amazing stuff.

[@TheB1M]

Thank you so much!! None of it would be possible without our viewers.

[@Sudupe16]

This is better then most Documentaries

[@h0ll1s]

Wow what a building! So interesting to see and hear about this build, great to see the cross sections of the building and to see those unused lift shafts are being re used! Brilliant video!

[@sarahjwilloughbygreene]

I am drawn to the Woolworth Building. I really love the Penthouse. The history alone is interesting. It reminds me of a really tall castle. ✌️

[@demven04]

Such a beautiful building! One of my favorites in NY.

[@ThomasJr]

1:32 YOU CAN SEE this beautiful landscape in Hitchcock's 1948 The Rope

[@canadian2cowboy306]

I was fortunate enough to get a tour through this building and it was amazing. I saw the construction for what you talked about and it sounds incredible

[@jeffallinson8089]

This Manhattan icon has to be one of the most beautiful tall buildings ever built; both inside and out.

[@autopartsknightrider9606]

My step dad used to work for the Engineering department and there were multiple times I was able to go to the very top of the buliding... the view was more than spectacular...

[@jvcolddayinhell2761]

I've always loved the look of gothic structures. There's just something about them that I find very appealing. I would love to see a video about the history of gothic architecture!

[@HOVANA]

They look so detailed, beautiful, and majestic!

[@moonwalker091000]

This is truly a fairy tale of engineering marvel. Thank you so much for the history on this beautiful building.

[@ascott2168]

Wow, I love the old world details. So unique !

[@shermanator87]

One of my all time favorite buildings in new york along with the Chrysler building and the flatiron building.

[@Box0rz]

That 110 million apartment sounds incredible. 5 floors and a private observation deck? Jeez, if I were a billionaire, I know where I would live.

[@zapfanzapfan]

Perfect pad for Batman :-)

[@peppermintgrove421]

I bought this apartment already

[@commonsense124]

@@peppermintgrove421 congratulations. Those monthly maintenance fees are going to be impressive

[@matthewerwin4677]

I would rather have a private island.

[@ArchangelExile]

I'd rather buy 200 average homes with that money and own my own town.

[@a.a.p3254]

Excellent video. This building is truly a engineering marvel. Cheers 🇨🇦

[@CaptRichie100]

Fabulous job. Congrats to all who worked to solve so many daunting problems. May this building stand for hundreds of years.

[@brianbarcus5853]

Gorgeous building! It shows that treasuring old buildings and repurposing them with care, is extremely rewarding in many ways - even to the public that only enjoys them from afar. This building is amazing and nicer than any of today's creations. What a masterpiece great job!

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Don't cry, Lenny. 😚

[@JohnSmith-oj3fh]

If anyone ever asks what the saying "They dom't make them like they use to..." means, show them this building. Jaw dropping wow.

[@benjaminblakemore9704]

Man I just love the BIM!!! It's just so different in the delivery of history. A history I never knew existed. Fantastic work guys 👌

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Omg so beautiful and Elegant.

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[@johnbarneswood]

Amazing video! Wish it was 3x as long! Love the narration

[@richardbarry04553]

I’ve always been so impressed with the architecture of this building - glad they’re adapting it to work in today’s world so it can avoid demolition

[@mantis_monk]

I love living here! Thank you for sharing!

[@chrisk8187]

BRILLIANT!!! I'm a enthusiastic fan of contemporary architecture and design, however I can appreciate and enjoy the classic elements of this inspired repurposing. It definitely is worth the asking price! Thanks for sharing this with us "regular folk". And, Mr. Mills, your considerable efforts on maintaining your charming accent while clarifying your diction is noted and much appreciated! One of the most refined, interesting and unique video offerings on the internet!

[@edvaira6891]

This was really Cool! Thanks for sharing it!

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[@ed_architecture]

Yes! Another B1M video. Double yes because it is about New York! ❤

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[@suyashkumar6502]

I do not know why some people are disliking this video ? you can learn something from this great video. I am a structural engineer and i am also gaining a lot of knowledge from this. keep up the good work..

[@just_cade]

Your videos are a godsend. I just visited New York and I did not know that this was even going on at the Woolworth Building. If I had $110 Million, I would definitely snatch up that penthouse, the views from it are incredible.

[@josephcarlbreil5380]

I have always had a soft-spot in my heart for this iconic building, from the first time it was pointed out to me by my aunt during a visit to NYC in 1957 [I was all of 13 years old], to my final visit in 1978.

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[@mike398100]

This is all I could have wanted. I love this building.

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[@TheB1M]

Wow! Thank you so much for the feedback!! 👍👍👍

[@bobboberson2024]

Well, with the Woolworth Building - there wasn't any other choice but to repurpose. And I'm surely glad that is the case. For all the reasons mentioned here. And once again, another excellent and interesting B1M post.

[@ericengvall8619]

At least it was only half the building.

[@UltimateSwordsmen]

"how history can not only be retained, but brought forward into a new age" - well said! they did a phenomenal job for repurposing this building, great video!

[@Jamminn555]

Yet another brilliant video from the B1M. Beautifully written, edited and presented.

[@TheB1M]

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[@bobblue_west]

Awesome. So very pleased it has been re-purposed and not demolished. NYC should be proud to have such a classic tower in it's midst.

[@Saml3838]

Exciting construction story. Well explained!

[@javierpacheco8234]

This is classic American architecture. I love it.

[@DanielCarrazana]

One of your best videos. They keep getting better and better. I truly enjoyed every minute of this episode.

[@TheB1M]

Thank you so much!! 👍👍

[@londondestruction5730]

bravo to the engineers and designers here. jolly good job

[@charleskesner1302]

Thanks for covering this important project. Very interesting and informative.

[@Orlando_from_The_Bronx]

I worked in that building briefly. It was beautiful back then and I actually imagined that it could be repurposed as a residential building.

[@Summer-xe6in]

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[@denimcowboy501]

Fantastic engineering and preservation of historical structures.

[@TheSharmanova]

Impossible to thank you sufficiently for this. Beautifully done and narrated. How you don’t have your own show on the BBC or the Smithsonian Channel I don’t know.

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[@FedericoGalimbertiApparel]

Congratulations!!! Really well researched

[@terrystephens1102]

What a magnificent repurposing of a beautiful building.

[@eriksvensson9484]

My favourite skyscraper!

[@lexergaming]

After this video my opinion has changed towards old beautiful buildings like this. Ihave the utmost respect for these kind of buildings now.

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[@Chrisleal00]

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[@philosoftfurkitusjunkyard2462]

with the inside and the view from the green top.

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[@ericengvall8619]

People who hate old buildings being gutted? Apartments for rich people? Those are just guesses.

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[@joeyhelean7584]

love all the videos on this channel. Would love to see more info on San Francisco infrastructure, etc... With the huge housing crisis happening across CA & the constant influx of people into the city (most of them super-rich) would just like to see more about how they're trying to tackle the issue through infrastructure/construction. What are the challenges, etc? Especially with the Gov of CA being the former mayor & talking about tackling it so much, plus Benioff from Salesforce seeming to actually want to put his money where his mouth is. Keep up what you're doing either way, love it.

[@steeldriver5338]

All the CA gov has done for the past decade is talk, with little action. The main issue is that SF has extensive red tape, preventing builders from building. The residents want affordable housing, but don't want housing to be built. Idiots, the lot of them.

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The city government and NIMBYs don't want to solve the city's housing crisis, so its only going to get worse. Rich whites and Asians will continue to fill the city, while blacks and hispanics are pushed out. No progress is being made.

[@mrosilvR7]

I love this. Thank you NYC and Alchemy for embracing history rather than demolishing it.

[@garaughty]

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[@fintan3563]

I love when beautiful historic buildings can repurposed for the 21st century! ❤️❤️❤️

[@ZeusMonkey]

That is so cool! Thank you for this video!

[@paulfromperth5713]

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[@thomasoring]

Always great productions from this channel.

[@jonathanwamble9340]

Man, that penthouse!! So cool. Good video, guys. Love those old New York buildings.

[@jayrussell1825]

Imagine the view at night!