186 5th Avenue

Full frontal view

Full frontal view

Dormer Windows

Dormer Windows

Western Union insignia

Western Union insignia

Lower floor detail

Lower floor detail

Although it has great features, the curb appeal of this building is only so-so; it is big, red, and imposing from street level. But when you stand back, it’s actually not such a menace. I didn’t notice so many details on it when I originally went past it, however looking at the pictures now I can see quite a few.

Look also at this condo redevelopment page for the “history” and some other “images”.

Address: Midtown; 186 5th Avenue, and 1 West 23rd Street
Style: romanesque
Added: March 1, 2009

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