The following paper details 6 West 46th Street, a historic loft building in Midtown West near Fifth Avenue. The 1924 loft designed by Schwartz & Gross stands tall, proud amongst its different and distinct neighbors. 6 West 46th Street is unnamed, but it has hosted a famous coffee shop, many jewelry businesses, real estate offices, light manufacturing, show rooms, and more.

When examining whether a building is significant and if it should be saved if threatened, it is important to consider the building’s history, occupancy, design, and context. With these criteria in mind, 6 West 46th Street is a significant building as it typifies lofts built after the 1916 zoning resolution in New York City, epitomizes the loft building designs of Schwartz & Gross, and is unusual in its neighborhood context. Moreover, the building’s well-maintained condition and limited exterior alterations add to its significance.

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