At FacadeFinder, we believe that every building has a story—and we’re here to help you uncover it.

This concept began as a personal project dedicated to uncovering the beauty, history, and meaning behind the architecture that surrounds New York City. Through original photography and thoughtful research, FacadeFinder explores how buildings shape our cities—and the people who live in them.

FacadeFinder started with a simple habit: walking around New York City with a camera, asking, “What’s the story behind this building?” Over time, that habit has evolved into this space: part visual archive, part deep-dive journal, and part love letter to architecture in all its forms. Here, we uncover the history, styles, and cultural layers behind the facades that surround us.

Whether you’re a design lover, a history buff, a fellow city wanderer—or just someone who appreciates a good cornice—there’s something here for you.

Follow along for photo essays, architecture deep-dives, and real-world walking tours that brings the city to life, one building at a time.