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Equitable Building (Manhattan). The Equitable Building is a 36-story, 545-foot (166 m) skyscraper located in Manhattan, New York City. It was completed in 1915 and was one of the tallest buildings in the city at the time. The building was designed by Perry & McWayne and Shreve, Lamb & Harmon in the Neoclassical style.

## History The Equitable Building was constructed as the headquarters of the Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United States. The company was founded in 1859 and had previously occupied several buildings in New York City. The new building was designed to provide a large, modern office space for the company's employees. The building was officially opened on May 1, 1915, with a ceremony attended by William F. Gerdes, the president of the Equitable Life Assurance Society.

## Architecture The Equitable Building is a rectangular, Neoclassical-style skyscraper with a granite and limestone exterior. The building has a steel frame and a concrete foundation. It was designed by Perry & McWayne and Shreve, Lamb & Harmon, a prominent architectural firm in New York City. The building's design was influenced by classical architecture and features a pediment and cornice. The building's lobby features a large marble floor and bronze details.

## Location The Equitable Building is located at 120 Broadway in Manhattan, New York City. The building is situated in the Financial District of Manhattan, near Wall Street and the New York Stock Exchange. The building is also close to several subway lines, including the A, C, E, 2, 3 trains at 14th Street – Eighth Avenue and the 2, 3 trains at Wall Street.

## Development The Equitable Building was developed by the Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United States. The company had previously occupied several buildings in New York City and needed a larger, more modern office space. The building was designed and constructed over a period of several years, with construction beginning in 1913 and completing in 1915. The building was officially opened on May 1, 1915.

## Impact The Equitable Building had a significant impact on the skyline of New York City when it was completed in 1915. At 545 feet (166 m), it was one of the tallest buildings in the city at the time. The building's design and construction set a new standard for skyscrapers in New York City and influenced the development of future buildings. The building has been recognized as a landmark by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Category:Skyscrapers in Manhattan