Construction Update: 278 8th Avenue

Facade installation is wrapping up at 278 8th Avenue, a 14-story residential rental building by JJ Operating and Alchemy-ABR Investment Partners in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. Designed by FX Collaborative Architects, the facade features beige brick and varying grids of window wall with metal panel accents.

South facade from West 23rd Street.

When completed, the development will offer 190 residences ranging in size from studios to 3-bedrooms. Resident amenities will include a lounge, fitness center, speakeasy, and a rooftop terrace.

Looking up at the west facade from 8th Avenue.

Northwest corner from 8th Avenue.

Looking up at the north facade from West 24th Street.

Close-up of the west facade.

Architect: FX Collaborative Architects; Developers: JJ Operating & Alchemy-ABR Investment Partners; Program: Residential, Retail; Location: Chelsea, New York, NY; Completion: 2024.