"classic style, rather than stylish ephemera. Such distinguished self-improvement seems beyond the grasp of current developers." The interior design of the building was also praised. Herbert Muschamp wrote in 1992 that the Chanin Building "tells a story of New York as the legendary beacon for immigrants", and that its numerous amenities "were integral to the Chanin Building's drama". Historian Donald L. Miller stated, "Restrained on the outside, the inside is exuberantly ornate". See also List of tallest buildings in New York City List of New York City Designated Landmarks in Manhattan from 14th to 59th Streets National Register of Historic Places listings in Manhattan from 14th to 59th Streets References Notes Citations Sources External links NYC-Architecture: Chanin Building in-Arch.net: The Chanin Building Museum of the City of New York: Chanin Building (77 photos, 1927–1954) 42nd Street (Manhattan) Art Deco architecture in Manhattan Art Deco skyscrapers Buildings and structures on the National Register of Historic Places in Manhattan Midtown Manhattan New York City Designated Landmarks in Manhattan Office buildings completed in 1929 Skyscraper office buildings in Manhattan