The Morris B. Sanders House, built in 1935, stands out on East 49th Street with its striking modern design. A blend of color and form, the building reflects architect William Lescaze's modernist influence, being the first of its kind in NYC. The house was commissioned by Morris Sanders, a wealthy individual with strong architectural ties, who aimed to showcase modernism amidst the Great Depression. The building featured innovative advancements such as central air and custom furnishings, marking a turning point in New York's architectural history that aimed to blend luxury with modern aesthetics.
The first built from the ground up in New York City with the modern, clean lines pioneered by Le Corbusier and tweaked by William Lescaze, 219 transformed the architectural landscape.
Sanders, described as having a 'strong, inflexible nature,' showcased modernism's potential in 1935 through his visionary design, marrying luxury with groundbreaking technology.
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