Justin Ramirez

Walk around Manhattan right now and you'll start noticing something unusual once you look up. Some buildings don't quite sit on the ground the way you expect them to. Upper floors jut out over neighboring properties, entire sections appear to float, and in some cases the building actually gets wider as it rises.

Located at 945 Madison Avenue, the Breuer Building is one of Manhattan’s most iconic and polarizing examples of modern architecture. With its looming concrete form and signature inverted ziggurat shape, it has long been a conversation starter—whether celebrated as a Brutalist masterpiece or dismissed as a cold, alien presence on the Upper East Side.

Parkside Launches Chart Tile Collection British tile brand Parkside Architectural Surfaces has launched an eye-catching and versatile collection of floor and wall tiles called Chart . Designed for both interior and exterior applications, the collection offers a stylish and seamless way to visually connect different parts of a building. Available in 19 color options , from soothing natural hues to bold, expressive tones, Chart tiles are built for durability in high-traffic environments like offices, schools, retail spaces, and hospitality settings . The collection includes: Mosaic, square, and rectangular formats Natural, polished, and slip-resistant finishes Customizable patterns for creative flexibility Whether you're renovating a sleek open-plan office or a cozy client-facing lounge, Chart provides the adaptability and performance modern commercial spaces demand. Design Challenges in Creating Welcoming Office Spaces When designing an office, choosing materials like ...