Architectural Digest details the recent updates of The Belnord, executed by AD100 firms Robert A.M. Stern Architects and Rafael de Cardenas. The historic building, which serves as the site of the popular murder-mystery show, Only Murders in the Building, now features condominiums priced anywhere from $3.6 million to more than $11 million. Despite the modernization, the building retains an atmosphere reflective of the Gilded Age. “No one builds like this anymore. The scale alone is incredible,” said RAMSA partner Sargent C. Gardiner. “Our goal was to respect the bones of the building and its history but bring it forward with a fresh, modern, classical look.” Residents enjoy apartments with abundant light and a clean aesthetic, as well as over 30,000 square feet of amenities. Since the premiere of Only Murders in the Building, the Belnord has sold over 20 apartments, totalling over $160 million. The condominiums are now over 75% sold.

Now known as the setting for the popular Hulu show, Only Murders in the Building, the Renaissance-style apartment building on the Upper West Side of Manhattan is actually called The Belnord, and it has been making headlines for more than a century. The New York Times relays the illustrious history of the building, including the notable tenants who have lived there, the grand architecture and meticulous renovation, and its new star-making turn as “The Arconia,” as featured on the popular Hulu show starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez.

The Hollwood Reporter details the behind-the-scenes work that went into producing the dramatic interior apartments featured on Hulu’s comedic caper “Only Murders in the Building,” starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. The show follows a trio of amateur sleuths residing in the fictional Arconia, a classic New York apartment building, where they are surrounded by suspects. Each unit provides the opportunity to reveal backstories and crucial character details. The Belnord on the Upper West Side, designed in 1908 with an archway and interior courtyard, provides the exterior locations for the Arconia.

Manhattan’s Belnord residential building unveils its 22,000-square-foot landmarked courtyard. “I grew up in Manhattan and went to school on the Upper West Side,” says landscape architect Edmund Hollander, who oversaw the Belnord courtyard’s overhaul. “As a kid I remember going to the Belnord and seeing its courtyard. It was a treat to be given the opportunity to come back and bring new life into what had once been a magical space.”

The Real Deal visited architect Rafael de Cárdenas as part of their “at the desk of” series, exploring the visionary designer’s tastes as he puts his mind to furnishing the extensive suite of amenities and common spaces at The Belnord. Cárdenas, who started his career in fashion and production design before becoming inspired by architecture, is in charge of hand selecting the décor of the interior amenities exclusive to residents of The Belnord. These Upper West Side condominiums maintain their former pre-war glory while a complete renovation brings them up to the modern conveniences and luxuries of today. According to Cárdenas, lead architect Robert A.M. Stern has given him all the tools he needs: The Belnord “just needed some dusting off to reveal its beauty.”

Haute Residence took readers on a tour of New York City’s historic buildings that have been newly converted into 5-star residences, highlighting the Upper West Side’s full city block landmark, The Belnord. Originally constructed in 1908 by renowned architects Hiss & Weekes and re-imagined by Robert A.M. Stern Architects, this full-block landmark encompasses a private 22,000-square-foot courtyard featuring a fountain and contextual landscaping that recalls the Gilded Age. The light-filled condominium residences range in size from two to five bedrooms, accompanied by an extensive offering of indoor & outdoor amenities.

In the 1870s, when much of the Upper West Side was still farmland, a few pioneering builders set the standard for the next century of luxury apartment living with buildings like The Belnord. Now, over a hundred years after it was originally built, The Belnord has been restored to its Gilded Age glamour by HFZ Capital. With interiors by AD100 Designer Robert A.M. Stern Architects and over 30,000 SF of amenities, The Belnord attracts discerning buyers like NYC real estate broker Lisa K. Lippman. Everything in the landmarked full-block building, from the Porte-cochère and palatial 22,000 SF private courtyard to the high ceilings in the spacious condo layouts, has been lovingly restored to its original pre-war glory. Modern innovations including central heat and air, designer kitchens and baths, and a full suite of amenities continue to attract buyers for generations to come.

According to Forbes, the hottest amenity in luxury New York condominiums this year is one that was all the rage at the turn of the last century: Ornately decorated ceilings, often found in restored Pre-War buildings, have made a comeback. One of the finest examples of this neoclassical style can be found at The Belnord, the full-city block development that is being restored by Robert A.M. Stern Architects into a collection of luxurious Upper West Side condominium residences developed by HFZ Capital Group. In addition to Pre-War interiors with high ceilings, wood-burning fireplaces, and spacious layouts, The Belnord features a private 22,000 square foot courtyard accessed by an arched gateway entrance, which features beautiful original frescoes painted on its underside, giving residents a touch of the Gilded Age every time they come home.

The European attitude toward renovation rather than replacement is taking root in New York City, and nowhere is the sophistication of the past being married to the convenience and luxury of the present like at The Belnord. Originally constructed in 1908 and designed by design by Hiss & Weekes, this full-block collection of sprawling three to five bedroom condominium residences on the Upper West Side is being renovated by Robert A.M. Stern, who has an eye toward preserving and recreating the grandeur of the Gilded Age. In addition to prewar specialties like high ceilings, spacious layouts, and a classic facade, residents of The Belnord will enjoy over 30,000 square feet of state-of-the-art amenities.

Off the Mrkt recently featured The Belnord’s Residence 1012 at The Belnord, a floor-through five-bedroom home built in a renovated prewar icon on the Upper West Side. The spacious interior renovated by Robert A.M. Stern Architects features an eat-in kitchen with marble countertops and state-of-the-art Gaggenau appliances, a master suite with a spa-like bath complete with deep soaking tub and separate glass-enclosed shower, and a formal entry foyer and gallery that harkens back to the building’s Gilded Age origin. Designed by Hiss & Weekes and completed in 1908, The Belnord is being renovated with an eye toward its opulent origins, and include over 30,000 square feet of modern amenities including the original private courtyard and arched entrance.

Westbrook’s $660 million stake in The Belnord was one of The Real Deal’s biggest NYC investment deals of last year, highlighting the expansive renovations taking place at the full-block prewar condominium building. Designed by legendary architects Hiss & Weekes and originally constructed in 1908, The Belnord is being renovated by Robert A.M. Stern Architects into a collection of sprawling three to six bedroom condominium residences, coalescing prewar dimensions with modern luxury on the Upper West Side. Residents will enjoy high ceilings, expansive layouts, state-of-the-art appliances, new luxury finishes including marble countertops, and over 30,000 square feet of amenities as well as irreplaceable prewar features like the enclosed private courtyard.

Elite Traveler highlighted Residence 1012 at The Belnord, a 1908 full-block landmarked building being renovated by Robert A.M. Stern Architects into a collection of luxury Upper West Side condominium residences. Take advantage of the rare opportunity to live in a floor-through, five-bedroom home with prewar dimensions (10’ ceilings and an ample 3,949 square feet of floor space!) with hardwood floors throughout, and an eat-in kitchen featuring state-of-the-art Gaggenau appliances. Oversized windows offer both northern and southern exposures, and the master suite features a pair of walk-in closets, a spa-like bathroom with heated floors, a soaking tub, and a view of The Belnord’s private residential courtyard, part of the over 30,000 square foot amenity package.

AVENUE Magazine’s editor Michael Gross hosted a party with HFZ Capital Group and Westbrook Partners, the developers of The Belnord, in the newly-renovated historic Upper West Side condominium building. The event celebrated Michael’s involvement as the chronicler of The Belnord’s booklets, along with Avenue’s November and December issues, in the building’s model residence on the evening of November 8th. Architects, designers, and writers mingled in the gracious home while enjoying hors-d'oeuvres from Sydney’s “Taylor” Made and champagne by VieVite. The Belnord is a full city-block beaux-arts beauty that first opened in 1908 and has recently been re-envisioned by Robert A.M. Stern architects into a collection of 2 - 6 bedroom condominiums that combine prewar grandeur with modern convenience and luxury, including a 24-hour concierge and over 30,000 square feet of amenities.

Sales have begun at The Belnord, and Lux Exposé gave the restored pre-war gem a gorgeous spread to celebrate. The Belnord is a 1908 full-block residential building constructed around an Italian Renaissance-style palazzo courtyard with sgraffito frescoes painted around the arched entryways. Robert A.M. Stern Architects oversaw the renovation, crafting modern Upper West Side condominiums with luxury interiors that take advantage of the high pre-war ceilings and multiple exposures through oversized mahogany windows. White oak flooring spans throughout the homes and custom baths feature radiant-heated floors and glass-enclosed showers with separate soaking tubs. Marble-clad kitchens outfitted with top-of-the-line Dornbracht fixtures and Gaggenau appliances complete these sprawling Upper West Side residences.

Designer Rafael de Cárdenas gave Architectural Digest a walkthrough of the model apartment he endowed at The Belnord, a classic residential building that has been renovated according to designs by Robert A.M. Stern Architects to provide a luxury collection of Upper West Side condominiums for sale. Cárdenas relished the opportunity to deck out the sumptuous prewar home with custom furniture that highlights the reinvented interior, including pieces like streamlined dining chairs arranged around a marble dining table and a pink upholstered bench giving prospective buyers a sense of how expansive the apartment can be. The model residence is a romantic take on modern Upper West Side living, complete with an upholstered breakfast nook in the kitchen and a marble-clad bathroom beautifully accented with gold vases.

Renowned architect Robert A.M. Stern is working tirelessly to restore and update the full-block, prewar residential building between 86th and 87th Streets and Broadway and Amsterdam Avenues. The result is The Belnord, a collection of Upper West Side condos that combine the building’s existing elements with modern design touches in order to craft the quintessential Manhattan living experience. Residents will enjoy corner or floor-through apartments with views of the magnificent private courtyard being restored by Edmund Hollander Landscape Architects, while the rest of The Belnord’s public spaces are furnished by Rafael de Cárdenas. The residences themselves will feature preserved prewar bedrooms with living rooms and kitchens that have been expanded to meet the standards of modern luxury homes.

Sales have launched at The Belnord, the iconic Upper West Side apartment house that has been newly renovated into a collection of luxury condominiums. The project is a joint effort by HFZ Capital Group and Westbrook Partners, who enlisted the renowned Robert A.M. Stern Architects to restore and renovate the prewar building. Homes at The Belnord range in size from two to five bedrooms and feature oak floors, high ceilings, marble countertops in the kitchen and baths, and state-of-the-art appliances and fixtures. Residents of these Upper West Side condos will have access to a private landscaped courtyard as well as over 9,000 square feet of additional amenities.

The Belnord, the iconic 1908 apartment house, is now being redesigned into Upper West Side condominiums. The project, designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects, is being developed by HFZ Capital Group and Westbrook Partners with sales slated to begin this Spring. The Belnord is a full-block residential building between 86th and 87th Streets that includes 25,000 square feet of retail space. The project’s teaser site shows the journey that residents will take from the street, through a grand archway, and into the building’s inner courtyard, which is among the largest in the city.

Westbrook Partners has purchased a stake in The Belnord, the full-block residential development from HFZ Capital Group on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. The classic 1908 building is being renovated according to a design by renowned Robert A.M. Stern Architects, who are working to restore the structure to its original splendor. The 14-story building will house 215 luxury Upper West Side condos as well as 25,000 square feet of retail space. Homes at this former rental building will be available for purchase for the first time. When asked for comment, Paul D. Kazilionis, chairman and CEO of Westbrook Partners, called The Belnord “one of the most iconic residential properties in the city.“

Westbrook Partners and HFZ Capital Group have teamed up to bring 215 converted Upper West Side condos at The Belnord to market. The project entails turning the full-block multifamily building, which was built in 1908 and granted landmark status in 1980, from rental units into a collection of luxury Upper West Side condominiums, complete with a meticulous makeover by Robert A.M. Stern Architects. Residents of The Belnord will certainly enjoy all the perks of living in this iconic structure, including two grand archways leading into one of the city’s largest inner courtyards, which features a spacious driveway and a seating area with trees and the original fountain.

When HFZ Capital Group purchased The Belnord from Extell Development in 2015, the firm had big plans for the iconic residential building. After a 110-year history of exclusively offering rental units, the landmark is being converted by Westbrook Partners and HFZ Capital Group into new Upper West Side condominiums for sale. The full-block, gated building was built in 1908 and houses one of the city’s largest inner courtyards. Renowned firm Robert A.M. Stern Architects is overseeing the renovations. When complete, the 14-story building will house 215 Upper West Side condos as well as 25,000 square feet of retail space.

As house-hunting season dawns in New York City, the New York Post highlights the spectacular new properties making their way to market. One of the most exciting new developments, The Belnord, combines an iconic residential building with modern sensibilities to create beautiful Upper West Side condominiums. Developers HFZ Capital Group teamed up with renowned Robert A.M. Stern Architects to renovate the full- block residential building into a classically inflected collection of homes for sale for the first time in the building’s 110-year history. Residents of the 14-story building will enjoy easy access to Central Park and many of the city’s best museums.

As New Yorkers welcome Spring with open arms, realtors and developers are entering their busiest season of the year. In a recent roundup of new homes around the city, Curbed featured The Belnord, the renovation of an iconic Upper West Side full-block residential building. Robert A.M. Stern Architects has reshaped the former rental property into a luxury collection of Upper West Side condominiums, which are for sale (not rent) for the first time in the building’s 110-year history. The Belnord’s central courtyard, with a landscaped garden, is one of the largest in the city.

Though the Manhattan real estate investment market struggled last year, Commercial Observer highlights some of the deals that did go through. One of the noteworthy investments happened on the Upper West Side, where Westbrook Partners joined HFZ Capital Group’s renovation project at The Belnord. This 110-year-old rental is an Upper West Side icon, and, together with Robert A.M. Stern Architects, Westbrook Partners and HFZ Capital Group are converting its rental units into new Upper West Side condos for sale for the first time in the building’s history. In addition to 215 luxury apartments, The Belnord is home to 25,000 square feet of retail space and one of the city’s largest private courtyards.

As Winter gives way to Spring, and New Yorkers emerge from their winter hideaways, so too does the New York City housing market begin to awake from its slumber. One of the most exciting developments making its way to market this season is The Belnord, the recently transformed 1908 Beaux-Arts full-block residential building on the Upper West Side. Robert A.M. Stern Architects has designed the landmarked building’s renovation, while Edmund Hollander brings a re-designed garden to the spacious central courtyard, all helping to convert the rental units into Upper West Side condos, which are for sale for the first time in the building’s 110-year existence.