The Williamsburgh Savings Bank tower at One Hanson Place — Brooklyn's tallest building until 2009, when it was surpassed by The Brooklyner — was designated a New York City landmark on Nov. 15, 1977. The building's famous clock tower is an iconic structure for Brooklynites, though it reminds most people of the dentist, as the 512-foot high building was filled for years with so many dental offices. It has since been converted into condos. Above are some photos of the building under construction. It was built between 1927 and 1929 (seems they were able to construct buildings faster then, no?). The top picture is the most striking. It shows the construction site right before the tower was built. It seems like too small of a space for that big building!
The photos are by H.W. Hinson and are part of the Brooklyn Historical Society's collection.
FURTHER READING:
The NYC Landmark Commission designation report for the Williamsburgh Savings Bank tower
Landmark Day for Bank [Brooklyn Eagle]
Building of the Day: 1 Hanson Place [Brownstoner]
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