A Manhattan Office With Views of the Cityscape 

Spectorgroup has completed the Manhattan office of investment firm Man Varagon (previously Varagon ), with sweeping views of the cityscape. The design balances tailored and exposed elements to create an inviting place for both staff and visitors.  While day-to-day business is the focus, the workplace also doubles as a location for entertaining. “Hospitality is at the forefront of their ethos; they like to host their clients and have events for employees. And they wanted a space that was serene and felt light and fresh,” said Sara Agrest, design director, Spectorgroup.  Located in the former Condé Nast Tower, the building offers unparalleled vistas, prized in a city like New York. “The iconic location in Times Square was a definite draw, and a factor in the selection of the building,” explained Lauren Gardner, director, creative and strategy, Spectorgroup.  The idea of capitalizing on the views shaped the designers’ vision for the office, …