Definitely the most striking aspect of SHoP's design is the facade, one that relates to the existing variously-sized window openings while also departing from the original in its contemporary aesthetic. The exterior wall is made up of three components: zinc metal panels, full-height windows, and internally-mounted light boxes. This last element gives the Porter House Condos - named after a cut of meat to relate to the district's past - its image, particularly at night when the area comes alive with its numerous bars, restaurants, and clubs.

Porter House Condominium in Manhattan, New York by SHoP

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