The Marlton, a large nine-story building located in the heart of Greenwich Village in New York City, has a storied history. It has served as home to some of the most famous and influential artists and writers of the modern era, such as Jack Kerouac and Neal Cassady.

Built in 1900 and purchased in 2013 by Sean MacPherson, co-owner of New York City’s Bowery Hotel, The Jane Hotel, and a bevy of other properties on both coasts, the vision for the Marlton was that of an upscale, boutique hotel. The design required keeping many of the original features, including herringbone-wood floors, intricate crown molding, and brass fixtures; however, the building had no central air conditioning system.