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What secrets does a skyscraper hold? Let’s unravel the story of Trump Plaza, right here on East 61st Street. Trump Plaza isn’t just a building. It’s a statement, a 36-story testament to 1980s ambition. It opened in March 1984. The project, designed by Philip Birnbaum, cost a cool $125 million. Donald Trump envisioned a cooperative apartment building that exuded exclusivity and unity. He wanted to offer something different from the prevailing trend of condominiums in the city. The “Y” shaped building boasts limestone, glass, and metal. It houses 154 units. Imagine the stories within these walls. Trump Plaza even faced a lawsuit in 1990. Apartment owners claimed various defects and demanded Trump’s name be removed. The plaza has also seen a fascinating evolution of its retail spaces. From the Italian restaurant Alo Alo, owned by film producer Dino De Laurentiis, to a Select Comfort furniture store, a Billy Martin’s USA, and even a Lobel’s Kitchen. The building has adapted to the changing times, even converting its basement gym into a children’s playroom in 2016. Trump Plaza stands tall. It reminds us of the ever-evolving landscape of New York City.

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