GKV Architects has signed a 5,754-square-foot lease at 360 Lexington Avenue in Midtown East, relocating to the 14th floor of the AmTrustRE-owned building. The architecture and interior design firm occupies roughly 6,000 square feet in the property, which AmTrustRE acquired in 2024.
The tenant and landlord have an existing relationship. GKV Architects has collaborated with AmTrustRE on multiple projects across the firm's portfolio before committing to this long-term occupancy deal.
For AmTrustRE, the lease fills floor space in a recently acquired asset in one of Manhattan's strongest office corridors. Midtown East commands premium rents from design firms and professional services tenants seeking prestige locations near Grand Central. The 360 Lexington Avenue acquisition positions AmTrustRE to capitalize on demand from creative and corporate tenants in the submarket.
GKV Architects benefits from proximity to clients and talent concentrated in Midtown. The firm's move consolidates its operations in a single location after occupying multiple addresses. The Lexington Avenue address offers visibility and accessibility that supports client meetings and recruitment efforts.
The deal underscores steady leasing activity in Manhattan's office market despite post-pandemic headwinds. Design firms and professional services continue to renew and expand in trophy addresses, particularly when landlords offer competitive terms and recent capital improvements. AmTrustRE's recent acquisition of 360 Lexington Avenue suggests the landlord plans to upgrade systems and finishes to compete for high-quality tenants.
For landlords in Midtown East, successful leases to established firms like GKV signal renewed appetite for well-positioned office space. For tenants, the relocation represents confidence in the Manhattan office market and