GARRETT 
ROCK

1290 AVENUE OF THE 
AMERICAS CLUB 

Part One, Fitness Studio


New York, NY
35,000sf | 3,250m2
Completed 2026

Work—Fogarty Finger Architects
Photos—David Mitchell

At over two million square feet, 1290 Avenue of the Americas stands as one of the largest asset in Vornado’s commercial portfolio. Facing increased competition from Manhattan’s newer, more glamorous office towers, the client sought to revitalize this 1960s Midtown icon by integrating new amenities that could attract and retain tenants. Our firm was entrusted with designing two major new spaces—a state-of-the-art fitness center in the building cellar and a striking rooftop pavilion and conference centre on the 17th floor.

The standout feature of the project is the double-height rooftop pavilion, positioned along the building’s eastern façade. This flexible auditorium space is designed to seamlessly connect to the newly landscaped rooftop, offering expansive views of the city. To achieve this, we removed portions of the 18th floor slab in two key locations, adding significant vertical volume for pre-function areas, including a bar and reception space. Reinforced steel columns were strategically installed six stories below to support the additional weight of the pavilion.

Although compact in footprint, the rooftop pavilion makes a dramatic impact within the mid-century office tower. It functions as a versatile event space, equipped with a conference room, phone booths, and a prep kitchen to accommodate seminars, corporate parties, screenings, and more. This new amenity has already sparked considerable interest among prospective tenants, leading to the signing of several key leases in anticipation of its completion.





Ground Floor Lobby Connection
Lobby 
Lobby Connection
Fitness Reception
Locker Room
Fitness Studio




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