29/05/2026
From the archives — Soho penthouse, NY, 2000
After staying at the Mercer Hotel, a project designed by Christian Liaigre, Rupert Murdoch made two decisions: to remain in SoHo and to entrust the design of his new residence to the French designer.
Respecting the building’s original proportions and the spirit of the neighborhood, Liaigre conceived a triplex loft where volumes, light, and noble materials engage in dialogue with SoHo’s industrial architecture. An Asian influence, brought by the owner’s wife, subtly emerges through wide-plank teak flooring, dark wood paneling, and accents of green and copper woven throughout the interiors.
A landmark project reflecting the enduring bond between the House and New York—a founding chapter that continues to reconnect Liaigre with its origins.