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Stanford
White,
one of America’s most prominent architects, was born in 1853. His
creativity, talent and versatile draftsmanship were responsible for
the foundation in the 1880’s of one of the country’s most
prestigious architectural firms, McKim, Mead and White.
During his
prominent career, White was commissioned to design a broad range of
private residences and public institutions, some of which are
historical landmarks today. From the homes of New York’s exclusive
families to one of the country’s most renowned entertainment arenas,
his designs continue to leave many in awe. White’s architectural
portfolio includes The Washington Square Arch, a Fifth Avenue
mansion formerly owned by the Rockefeller family, The New York
Herald building, The Tiffany building, The Boston Public Library,
several branches of The New York Public Library, and The Bowery
Savings Bank building, which is now home to New York’s hottest event
space and restaurant, Capitale.
Located at 130
Bowery, Capitale’s 40,000 square foot space is not only impressive
in size, but also in structure. This Roman classic 1895 landmark is
adorned with Corinthian columns, Venetian glass, marble mosaic
floors and 65-foot ceilings. Capitale is a multi-level, multi-room
venue equipped to accommodate private parties from 2 to 1,300
guests.
White’s
decorative style was also seen through
his design of jewelry, furniture,
and interiors.
In
1906, at one of White’s most recognized buildings, his life was
ended. While attending the opening of Madison Square Garden's roof
show, White was shot and killed by the jealous husband of his
mistress
The popular
movie
Ragtime (the last film with James
Cagney
) features the life of Stanford White. |
