Radio Hotel & Tower

  • Prize
    Honorable Mention in Architectural Design / Hospitality
  • Company/Firm
    MVRDV
  • Lead Designer
    Winy Maas and Paul Taylor
  • Design Team
    Neill Parker, Steve Oakley, Patrick Hebert, Victoria Scarpaci
  • Architect
    Stonehill Taylor
  • Interior Designer
    WORKSHOP APD and Simples Arquitectura
  • Lighting Designer
    Cosentini Associates Inc.
  • Const. Company
    The Rinaldi Group
  • Photographer Credit
    Ossip van Duivenbode
  • Location
    2420 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, USA
  • Client
    YoungWoo & Associates
  • Project Date
    July 2022

Located at the entrance of Manhattan between the Hudson and Harlem Rivers, the Radio Tower and Hotel is a whimsical and colorful new building bringing electric energy that celebrates the diverse community of Washington Heights. With its multicolored blocks and glazed brick finish, it reflects the vibrant atmosphere of the neighborhood. The 23-story property includes a 221-room hotel, retail spaces, and offices, aligning with the area's existing character. Rising from 180th Street, the rooftop offers panoramic views and serves as a landmark gateway at the George Washington Bridge connection to the Bronx. As the first full-service hotel in the neighborhood, it will host conferences and events for Yeshiva University and New York Presbyterian Hospital. The property is designed to stand out and serve as a welcoming beacon for out-of-towners coming into Manhattan. The building features a landscaped arrival area, an 8,000-square-foot courtyard, and a 12th-floor event space with a terrace. Additionally, it provides ample parking in a well-designed sub-cellar.