144 Vanderbilt is aimed at transforming the conventional multifamily housing typology in New York. Its distinct corner location, straddling two zoning districts, heavily influences the building’s structure and layout.
On one side, it aligns with a row of townhouses, rising to four stories. On Myrtle Avenue, known for its commercial activity, the building expands to accommodate six residential floors above two commercial levels. The project explores these two contrasting urban experiences, creating a structure that acts as a porous barrier, creating a tranquil inner haven that contrasts with the vibrant street life outside.






Florian Idenburg & Jing Liu
Details
Architecture
Solid Objectives Idenburg Liu; Florian Idenburg, Jing Liu, Ted Baab, Melissa Gutiérrez Soto, Jonathan Molloy, Dohyun Lee
Client
Private
Year of completion
2025
Location
Brooklyn, USA
Total area
8.300 m2
Photos
Iwan Baan
Partners
Structural Engineer: Silman
MEP Engineer: ABS
Expediter: Vitacco
Envelope Engineer: Entuitive
Geotechnical Engineer: GES
Landscape Designer: Watson Salembier
Lighting Designer: ONP

