Connors Upper Story Housing - Adaptive Reuse

Built in the late 1800s, this commercial anchor in downtown Corning, New York was the community’s first building to undergo historic development of upper story housing. The first floor continues to be used for retail. The second and third floors were opened up and developed into one 2800-square-foot and three 1300-square-foot apartments opening from central hallways.

Since the third floor was originally a dance hall, the third-floor apartment was designed to retain the open space and character of the original floorplan. The handsome original woodwork, hardwood floors, ceilings and windows were restored, and spaces designed to accommodate comfortable living and gracious entertaining. Each of the three apartments has a different distinctive design theme; all reflect the building's 19th century origins. A balcony offers outdoor living with views of neighboring Riverfront Park and vistas of the hills beyond.