And now for something completely different. The Ford Foundation Building, built in 1967 on Manhattan's East 42nd Street, proves that modern office buildings need not be austere. All you need is a 170-foot-tall indoor garden and presto, you’ve got a lush, luxurious interior. The only hiccup: Many of the original tropical plants perished over time and were replaced by subtropical flora. | Viewing NYC

New Book Exposes Stunning New York City Interior Landmarks You've Never Seen Before

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And now for something completely different. The Ford Foundation Building, built in 1967 on Manhattan's East 42nd Street, proves that modern office buildings need not be austere. All you need is a 170-foot-tall indoor garden and presto, you’ve got a lush, luxurious interior. The only hiccup: Many of the original tropical plants perished over time and were replaced by subtropical flora.