A Bespoke reader has informed us that an investor purchased the run down SRO at 27 East 126th Street a year ago and everything is in the final stages of a complete renovation. Our block watcher on East 126th Street mentions that it was fortunate that the said investor apparently has good taste and decided to replace the old banister with a replica of the same style! Also...The original front door has been sanded/primed and ready for a new coat of paint. With this sort of attention to detail in restoration, there will probably be some decent market rate apartments appearing soon as rentals.
Fascinating, the balusters and handrail look almost correct but made of what looks like precast cement, which will certainly outlive the cast iron alternative. These could well be off the shelf components. I would paint them black to give the appearance of cast iron, even though they are not. Great creative work and always good to see a restored stoop.
ReplyDeletethank you they will be painted a very dark grey to match decorative facade on top of building We have used this product on 177 126 aswell
DeleteIm the designer on building. we try to keep everything close to era when we cn thanks for the post
MOHAN'S PRECAST USA, INC. supplied and installed the banister system.
ReplyDeleteMichelle is a pleasure to work with and she always keeps the designs in the correct time frame.
If you're looking to get you banisters replaced contact Andre Mohan at
646-491-2752.
We are located at 95-28 150th Street Jamaica, NY, 11435.
718-739-9199 www.mohansprecastusa.com