William Randolph Hearst had a vision for the International Magazine Building to have architectural character and reflect the public nature of his publications. The building was designed by Joseph Urban and structurally reinforced for an unfinished office tower. In 2000, the Hearst Corporation consolidated their New York-based employees across 10 properties. Lord Norman Foster believes surroundings directly influence quality of life. The new Hearst Tower received a Gold LEED award for various sustainable design elements and systems that promote energy efficiency, water conservation, air quality, and use of sustainable materials.

1. Columbia Presentation November 22, 2010

2. HEARST’S VISION William Randolph Hearst “… I wanted something which had the qualities of the theater and where sculpture was an important factor… a notable building…on account of conspicuous architectural character… something too that reflected the public character of our publications…” W.R. Hearst – private telegram to Joseph Urban regarding the design of the International Magazine Building, April 4, 1927

3. HEARST’S VISION The building was structurally reinforced for an office tower that was never constructed.

4. 2000 New York-based employees in 10 properties CONSOLIDATION

5. “… our surroundings directly influence the quality of our lives, whether in the workplace, at home or in the wide variety of public spaces…” – Lord Norman Foster THE ARCHITECT

6. Gold LEED Award Sustainable Urban Site Development Building Envelope and HVAC Systems for Energy Efficiency Landscape Design and Fixture Selection for Water Conservation Sustainable Materials Selection Systems and Materials for Indoor Air Quality Daylight and Lighting Lobby Environment Subway Improvements

7. Open Plan Design

8. 2010 ENERGY INITIATIVES Light bulbs replacement VSD for Chiller LED’s? Energy Star Rating Top 10% of like buildings