Frank Lloyd Wright’s former apartment at The Plaza Hotel in New York City, where he lived while completing the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, is now listed for $18.9 million. The 4,000-square-foot corner residence, once called the Frank Lloyd Wright Suite, was his Manhattan base from 1954 until his passing in 1959. Originally furnished with his signature black lacquer furniture, the apartment was a meeting place for cultural figures, including Georgia O’Keeffe and Marilyn Monroe. In 2009, Lisa and James Cohen purchased the property for $13 million and undertook a four-year renovation with architect Louis Lisboa and designer Susanna Maggard. The updated design includes Venetian plaster walls, 13-foot ceilings, and a 45-foot open living and dining area. The Plaza Hotel provides residents with luxury amenities, reinforcing its legacy as a distinguished address in Manhattan.
The former residence of Frank Lloyd Wright at The Plaza Hotel, a historically significant apartment where the architect stayed while completing the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, has been listed for $18.9 million. Located on the fourth floor of the landmark New York City hotel, the 4,000-square-foot corner unit, once known as the Frank Lloyd Wright Suite, served as a retreat for Wright from 1954 until he died in 1959.
Wright and his wife, Olgivanna, moved into the suite after it was vacated by film producer David O. Selznick. The apartment’s views of Central Park and spacious interiors made it both a personal sanctuary and a setting for social gatherings. Wright furnished the residence with his signature black-lacquer furniture and welcomed guests such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Marilyn Monroe, and Arthur Miller.
In 2009, Lisa and James Cohen acquired the apartment for $13 million and commissioned architect Louis Lisboa of VL Architects and interior designer Susanna Maggard to oversee a four-year renovation. The extensive redesign introduced Venetian plaster walls, polished wood and stone floors, and soaring 13-foot ceilings. The new layout includes a 45-foot open living and dining space designed for entertaining, featuring an integrated audio system. The sleek galley kitchen incorporates custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, and stone countertops.
The primary suite overlooks Central Park and includes a custom dressing room and a compartmentalized bathroom. Secondary bedrooms are located at the opposite end of the residence, ensuring privacy, and are complemented by additional bathrooms, a wet bar, and a laundry closet.
As part of The Plaza Hotel, the apartment grants access to five-star amenities, including concierge services, 24-hour in-room dining, and The Palm Court’s landscaped gardens. Since its opening in 1907, The Plaza has been a residence for notable cultural and literary figures, including F. Scott Fitzgerald and the Beatles, further cementing its reputation as one of Manhattan’s most iconic addresses.
