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Posted: May 26, 2026
2026 Developing Queens: Court Square
Queens, NY Rising 56 stories above Long Island City’s Court Square, this striking mixed-use condominium tower is one of the most architecturally ambitious projects in the city’s history. Designed by FXCollaborative with interiors by Chris Shao Design Studio, the building’s sculptural form creates a genuine landmark on the city skyline. It is also a recipient of NYSERDA’s Building of Excellence Award, recognizing its commitment to high-performance design.
Developed by Charney Companies, Tavros, and Incoco Capital, the tower is the product of a years-long, painstaking site assemblage that began in 2016 - ultimately bringing together seven contiguous townhouse properties and air rights acquisitions to create a rare full-block presence in the heart of Court Square.
The building offers residences ranging from studios to four-bedrooms, complemented by a premier amenities package. At the podium level, residents will have direct access to a flagship Whole Foods Market and Chelsea Piers Fitness. In partnership with the MTA, the development team is also implementing significant transit upgrades at the surrounding stations - improving E/F platform access and creating new connections to the 7 line at 44th Dr.
Project Info
Project Title: Court Square
Project Location: 24-19 Jackson Avenue Long Island City, NY
Project Type: Residential
Project Type: New
Number SF: 728,000
Year Started: 2025
Completion Date or Estimated Completion Date: 2028
Project Team
Architect: FXCollaborative
Interior Design: Chris Shao Studio
Landscape Architect: Grain Collective
Developers: Charney; Tavros, Incoco Capital
Electrical Contractor: Nova Electric
Civil Engineer: AKRF
MEP: Ettinger Engineering Associates
Structural: GMS
Financing: Madison Realty Capital
General Contractor: Charney Companies
Legal Counsel: Szenberg & Okun PLLC
Mechanical Contractor: Airtac Mechanical
Plumbing: GNT Mechanical
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