ISSUE NO. 19 | November 13, 2023 | | |
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Dear 555 Community,
We are hard at work here at 555 Madison pushing forward with major projects and developments that will enhance our building with services for all our tenants.
In this edition of 555 Madison Connects, we wanted to provide you with a sneak peek at the amenities space we are creating for you on the 22nd floor. While some of the finishes in the renderings below are not finalized, they, along with the interview from our architectural and interior design partner, will provide you with a feel for our vision for the space we hope will enrich your tenant experience.
Happy reading,
The Management Team
Rodney Corporation
| Please note: While we send this update to our designated tenant contact, we encourage you to share this newsletter and all issues with your entire staff so we can keep our community connected and informed. |
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An Oasis on the 22nd Floor | |
The architectural and interior design practice Fogarty Finger has a reputation for creating unique and distinctive amenity spaces that respect the character of the buildings in which they reside. This is precisely why 555 Madison Avenue tapped them to collaborate on the new tenant amenity space in development that will occupy the entire 22nd floor of our building. | |
The entrance to the amentity space is inviting and bright with a terrazzo floor similar to that in the building’s lobby. | |
The hospitality team at Fogarty Finger is led by Alexandra Cuber. She has been with the practice for 12 years and her team has worked on projects including the Savoy Club in the GM Building and the Sage Clubs located at 767 Third Avenue and 437 Madison Avenue. | |
A monolithic bar anchors the open space and offers tenants a place to meet for coffees and other refreshments. | |
For the last year, Cuber has partnered with Dionicia Hernandez and the management team at 555 Madison to bring the vision for our amenity space to fruition. The space will have an expansive open area lounge with a coffee bar, a co-working space/library, a large conference room and an outdoor space designed by the landscape architects Blondie’s Treehouse. The space will be available to all tenants and may be rented in part or in whole for private tenant-hosted events. The vision for the space was one that would serve both as an extension of tenant office space with practical applications and as an oasis for tenants to relax, socialize and find community within 555 Madison. | |
Expansive windows create a bright open space for multiple seating pods, with a pop-up ceiling evoking the sky above. | |
“555 Madison Avenue is a special building. The tenants are very sophisticated and there are deep family roots here. It was clear from the beginning that there was a desire to create something bespoke and elevated that reflected this. The owners wanted something that would add to the tenant experience but would align with the history of the building as well,” said Cuber. “The approach was very respectful of fostering community, and seeing that consideration from a client is really special.” | |
A glass wall and doors with bronze accents leads to the co-working library space which may be opened or closed off for privacy. | |
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The designs for the space embody openness, elevated style, attention to detail and the familiar. The color palette, materiality and accents share the visual vocabulary of other spaces within the building.
“It is not like going up into a spaceship to a different place. Terrazzo flooring, for example, is used in the entrance, and will be in the 1st floor lobby. Bronze accents and neutral colors are familiar elements for the building,” says Cuber.
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The co-working library overlooks Madison Avenue and is adjacent to the large conference room. | |
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The space also has vast windows overlooking Madison Avenue, glass interior doors, light oak wood flooring in a herringbone pattern, and a pop-up ceiling that gives a perception of height. All this creates an inviting, open space that tenants can enjoy.
Right now, the design team is sourcing the final materials and furnishings for the buildout. Cuber notes while some design components may be altered during the procurement phase, these renderings show the overall look and feel for the final space. They will adhere to the intentional vision established for the project.
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The conference room, which may be rented, is fully equipped with state-of-art tech to accommodate modern meeting needs. | |
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“Sometimes it is easier to say, ‘gut it all,’ but that’s not always the most considered approach. Here, we had a partner in 555 Madison that wanted us to consider the history of the building, as well as the needs and elegance of its tenancy,” said Cuber. “The challenge and the collaboration are something that I really appreciate and the end result will be better for it.”
Construction of the new space is slated to begin in February 2024 with the goal of opening the space to tenants in the summer.
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Upcoming Events and Happenings | |
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BUILDING MEET & GREET
On Thursday, November 16th, we will be hosting a building meet and greet in the lobby from 8:30am – 9:30am. Join us for coffee and treats, and get a closer look at the renderings of our new amenity space. We are happy to answer any questions you have.
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HOLIDAY DÉCOR
We are serious about holiday décor. Our florist, Charles Terhout, goes above and beyond to create a special environment for us for the holiday season. Our holiday look will debut on Friday, November 24th. We have other holiday treats in store as well, so stay tuned.
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Previous holiday décor at 555 Madison | |
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Ask Aleisa
You have questions. Aleisa has answers.
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Write to Aleisa for guidance on any concern you have or anything you are simply curious about related to 555 Madison. Write to Aleisa Sulaman with the subject line: Ask Aleisa at aleisa.sulaman@rodneycorporation.com. Here’s a recent letter from a colleague and neighbor. | | |
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Dear Aleisa,
Can you update us on the elevator upgrade project?
Sincerely,
Curious Tenant
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Dear Curious Tenant,
Thanks for asking about the elevators! Our elevator modernization project is now complete. Our main passenger elevators now feature destination dispatch technology and can be operated via a smartphone app. If you have any questions about elevator operations, attendants at the front desk can assist you.
Sincerely,
Aleisa
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NEWS TIPS: We are eager to hear and share your news. Please send story tips and news items about your company and employees for consideration for this newsletter to: newsletter@rodneycorporation.com
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