New York City’s latest crop of luxury residential developments

277 Fifth
23 November 2018

The tallest residential building on Fifth Avenue, Rafael Viñoly’s 277 Fifth Avenue developed by Victor Group and LendLease, is nearing completion. Located in NoMad, the towering building is a stone’s throw from Dover Street Market and a few blocks from Madison Square Park and Bryant Park. The soaring façade is composed of indigo-coloured high-performance cast panels fabricated in Finland. The residences, that number 130 and range from one to four bedroom homes, feature floor to ceiling windows and outdoor double height loggias carved out of the building’s corners.
 

277 Fifth
23 November 2018

Interior architecture and design by Jeffrey Beers International includes wide plank American white oak flooring, light stained white oak cabinetry and Calacatta Saccheli polished marble slab countertops. While elsewhere in the building, two levels of amenities – including a library, private club – are connected by a dramatic staircase.
 

Greenwich West
31 October 2018

A new addition is about to land in Downtown Manhattan, in the form of Greenwich West, a residential tower designed by Loci Anima. The scheme, created for Strategic Capital, Cape Advisors, and Forum Absolute Capital Partners, has just launched its sales, while the site, on 110 Charlton Street in West Soho, is currently under construction.
 

Greenwich West
31 October 2018

Spanning 30 storeys, upon completion, Greenwick West will be one of the tallest buildings in the area. Its long views span from Hudson River, to New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty. Handmade brick facades are matched with glazed elements in a balanced overall composition. Within, are located  170 generous, loft-style apartments. 
 

Greenwich West
31 October 2018

Paris based Loci Anima is set to bring a French touch to the New York skyline. Elegantly styled interiors are serviced by a number of onsite amenities, such as a 24-hour attended lobby, onsite resident manager, porter and handyman staff. A residents’ lounge, an entertainment suite, fitness centre, yoga studio, spa and a children’s playroom are also among the privileges that come with living in Greenwich West.

11 Hoyt
26 October

Interiors by Michaelis Boyd have been revealed at 11 Hoyt, designed by Studio Gang and Hill West Architects in Downtown Brooklyn. Materials such as rustic woods, blackened metals and bronze hardware, all designed to age softly and patinate over time, were chosen by Michaelis Boyd to reflect Brooklyn’s manufacturing history, currently having a renaissance.

11 Hoyt
26 October

For 11 Hoyt – Michaelis Boyd’s first residential project in New York – the studio created two interior styles ‘Classic’ and ‘Heritage’ for the 481 apartments that fetaure over 3m-high ceilings and 2.4m-tall windows. The ‘Classic’ style features a neutral palette, with polished nickel fittings and flat sawn engineered American oak flooring, while the ‘Heritage’ style includes dark, rustic stained engineered American oak flooring and dark oil rubbed bronze fittings.

ARO
10 September 2018 

Midtown Manhattan is preparing to welcome a new addition; ARO is the latest luxury residential tower by awardwinning architecture firm CetraRuddy. Including a generous podium that will feature indoor and outdoor amenities for residents, the elegant latticed high rise spans over 60 storeys. 

ARO
10 September 2018 

CetraRuddy drew inspiration from the project’s context for the design and massing of the tower, aiming to create a building the demostrates a thoughtful approach to urban living. Larger units occupy the top levels of the building, while smaller units are located in the lower parts.

108 Leonard
16 August 2018

House in a historic building originally constructed in 1894 by the McKim, Mead & White, 108 Leonard is now transformed into over 150 state of the art condominiums by Jeffrey Beers, with the assistance of SLCE Architects. The Tribeca building is managed by the Elad Group. Sales are currently already underway, while works progress fast on the building site. 

Image courtesy of DBOX

108 Leonard
16 August 2018

The building’s landmark elaborate limestone entrances - all three of them - are maintained and lavishly highlighted, guiding the visitor into communal areas that hint to the glamour of a bygone era. The apartments on the other hand were designed to be more restrained so as to be flexible enough to adapt to each individual new owner’s needs. 

Image courtesy of DBOX

108 Leonard
16 August 2018

The project’s rich materiality - featuring metalwork, stones and marbles - and amenities list - including a covered motor reception, clad in Belgian block flooring and ivory quarry pavers with valet attendant - are also matched by extensive green and outside spaces. A rooftop sundeck will offer a reflecting pool, al fresco kitchen with barbecue, dining and lounge suites with gas fireplaces, and private landscaped gardens. 

Image courtesy of DBOX

15 Jay St
14 August 2018

Set on a rare cobblestone street in the Tribeca West Historic District, this luxury condominium development features five residences. Designed by the Meshberg Group for Jay Hudson LLC, the project maintains the existing building’s historical brick facade, while transforming the interiors into spacious and state-of-the-art loft conversions. 

15 Jay St
14 August 2018

There are three distinct layouts to choose from, but they all feature high ceilings, large windows, exposed brick and wooden beams, in keeping with the existing property and wider neighbourhood’s character. Ranging from a one-bedroom duplex to a generous three-bedroom residence featuring three private terraces, these apartments are truly in sync with both their context and the demands of high end contemporary living. 

15 Jay St
14 August 2018

Modern living is not complete without a carefully curated list of amenities available to residents, and for 15 Jay St this includes an elegant lobby, a private keyed elevator, virtual doorman, a package delivery room, private storage, bicycle storage, and a video intercom system; leaving you wanting for nothing. Sales are expected to launch in the autumn of 2018.

The Brooklyn Grove
30 July 2018

Sales have launched at The Brooklyn Grove, a new residential building in Downtown Brooklyn. The 27 storey building, which includes 184 residences, has been developed by Adam America Real Estate and Slate Property Group. The façade of grey glazed brick features large windows and custom metal framing, while inside, interiors have been designed by ODA to express ‘serenity and calm’.
 

The Brooklyn Grove
30 July 2018

The 6.4m high double-height lobby is panelled with a wooden beam ceiling and hand-plastered finished walls with slatted wood accents to warm the spacious interior. The building has dual entrances that open up sight lights from Nevins Street to Grove Place. Across the communal spaces of the building, stones and burnished metals create welcoming zones for residents. A dual level amenity area features a 12.2m indoor swimming pool, a residents lounge, gym, children’s playroom, pet spa and a rooftop lounge, pictured here.

Quay Tower
8 June 2018

Sales have been launched at Quay Tower, one of the latest ongoing design-led residential high rises in Brooklyn Heights. The project, designed by ODA’s Eran Chen, features interiors by renowned Los Angeles-based Marmol Radziner. The waterfront condominium sits right by Brooklyn Bridge Park and offers wide views of the famous Manhattan skyline. Quay Tower will house 126 two- and five-bedroom apartments. The scheme, developed by RAL Companies and Oliver’s Realty Group, is also set to feature a rich list of amenities. 

Quay Tower
8 June 2018

Marmol Radziner are bringing their signature West Coast modernist style to the heart of Brooklyn with a rich palette of tactile materials and understated luxury. The interiors enchance an indoors/outdoors relationship with features that reference their well known Californian midcentury modern aesthetic.

90 Morton
19 April 2018 

This luxury West Village condo has a distinct industrial feel and it has just gone on the market. It was created as a collaboration between Asaf Gottesman of GSArch, who was the concept architect, and Marc Turkel + Sybille Schneider of Leroy Street Studio who acted as the interior designer, for Brack Capital. Comprising 35 residences, which include two- to five-bedroom apartments, the development features top class amenities for the residents as well as a sales gallery with especially commissioned artworks by Danielle Gottesman. The interior mixes old and new by blending contemporary design with an industrial feel.
 

11 Hoyt 
11 April 2018 

This luxury residential tower is developer Tishman Speyer’s first ever New York offering, located in downtown Brooklyn. Designed by Chicago-based architect Jeanne Gang of Studio Gang and Hill West Architects, the scheme includes 480 apartments and some 50,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor amenity space. 

19 Dutch 
11 April 2018 

Set in New York City’s Financial District, 19 Dutch is the latest luxury residential development designed by GKV Architects, with SLCE Architects. Launching this spring, the tower spans 64 storeys and 483 apartments, ranging from studios to two bedroom units. The project’s rich list of amenities includes a bike room, club lounge, fitness centre and a children’s playroom. The high rise is crowned by a sky lounge and roof terrace offering striking long downtown and water vistas.

Image: Visuals for IF Studio

11 Hoyt 
11 April 2018 

11 Hoyt will include interior design by London based firm Michaelis Boyd Associates and landscaping by Hollander Design and is the area’s only luxury scheme of its size.

Bedford Hotel
5 March 2018

Design firm ODA has revealed plans for the Bedford Hotel in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. The 100-room hotel has quadrangular plan with curved arches defining covered arcades that frame a courtyard. Patios and garden spaces mediate the relationship between the exterior and interior space.

Image courtesy of Craft

Bedford Hotel
5 March 2018

Curved edges continue in the interior where the design hints at historic architectural styles, yet maintains clean lines and smooth edges. The design looks to create a feeling of zen for guests and has a rooftop terrace designed to be a serene escape from the city.

Image courtesy of ODA

Bedford Hotel
5 March 2018

Located close to the neighbourhood’s cultural attractions, the hotel is a part of a new wave of urban development in the area and the architecture is designed to reflect this growth – the design tempers a natural transition from street into the hotel, nurturing a sense of community and belonging.

Image courtesy of Craft

515 West 18th Street
31 January 2018

Thomas Heatherwick brings his magic to New York’s residential realm with this Chelsea project. 515 West 18th Street is a contemporary reimagining of the area’s warehouse style homes. The 21-storey building complex will feature distinctive rounded glass openings, in a ‘reinterpretation of the bay window’.

515 West 18th Street
31 January 2018

The scheme will house some 180 units of two, three and four bedroom residences. Spreading across two towers, the glass-and-masonry project is designed by Studio Heatherwick for Related real estate. Completion is currently planned for 2020. 

The Greenpoint
29 January 2018

The Greenpoint brings together high rise living and the hip vibes of Brooklyn; this residential scheme is Greenpoint’s tallest tower at 39 storeys high. Designed by Ismael Leyva, the skyscraper sits on the East River Waterfront and offers 603 residences and a rich list of amenities, such as concierge service and a private gym. Residents are getting ready to move in in autumn 2018.

d’Orsay
26 January 2018

This new development, at the point where the West Village, the Meatpacking District and Chelsea meet, is the first foray into the New York residential market by French designer Jacques Garcia. Entitled d’Orsay, the project was approached as a boutique hotel and incorporates French influences.

d’Orsay
26 January 2018

Garcia will work on d’Orsay’s interiors, while Hill West Architects are appointed to design the overall architecture of the European-inspired building. The structure, which was developed by Adellco Corporation, spans 11 storeys and consists of 21 residences.

d’Orsay
26 January 2018

The residences will range from one to four bedroom apartments, a penthouse and a separate townhouse. Most units have private outdoor space, while all of them can take full advantage of the wide variety of high-end amenities available. Residents’ amenities include a rooftop garden, a fitness centre flooded in natural light, a spa with a treatment room, a steam room, and a striking plunge pool.

Nine on the Hudson
18 January 2018

Located in the Port Imperial neighbourhood of West New York, this is the striking penthouse at the Nine on the Hudson development, designed by Marchetto Higgins Stieve Architects for developer Alexander Hovnanian. The architects say the lush interiors were inspired by Japanese design and Dutch aesthetics. The team aimed to create a ’zen oasis’ and elegant urban retreat that will bring people together. The minimalist design includes a private Zen garden and a dedicated tatami room, while a floating staircase leads up to an expansive terrace, just for the residents.
 

145 President
8 January 2018

If you want something done right, do it yourself; or so goes the motto, which several emerging New York architecture practices have recently been taking to heart. Skipping developer collaborations altogether, an increasing number of practices have decided to bravely go it alone, streamlining design and production in a single, integrated approach. Avery Hall has launched its first in-house designed and built project. Construction on 145 President is just coming off the ground, promising to deliver a touch of hygge in Brooklyn for 2018.

Writer: Ellie Stathaki

180 East 88th street
8 January 2018

DDG is another firm setting the trend of developing and designing, with its most recent offering, 180 East 88th street, set to be the tallest building by an architect-developer to date when it completes in 2018.

Writer: Ellie Stathaki  

150 Wooster
8 January 2018

Further south, in Lower Manhattan, young firm KUB has achieved a rare feat – creating a new build (150 Wooster with its signature deconstructed steel cornice) all by itself in Soho’s landmarked and protected cast iron historic district.

Writer: Ellie Stathaki

130 William
3 January 2018

Adjaye Associates’ first condominium in New York is a sturdy tower set to soar 66 storeys high by 2020. In collaboration with Lightstone, Sir David Adjaye created a design inspired by the heritage of masonry architecture in the city, in contrast to the glass slabbed-storeys of downtown Manhattan’s Financial District – the structured facade of 130 William features textured hand-cast concrete with bronze detailing. Sales are launching in Spring 2018 for 130 William’s 244 residences – varying in size from studio to five bedroom – which will each feature interiors designed by Adjaye Associates. The large arched windows will bring plenty of light into the loft-style spaces and the penthouses will feature loggias with double-height ceilings. Image courtesy Lightstone
 

130 William
3 January 2018

A rooftop observatory deck, yoga studio, swimming pool and basketball court are just some of the private wellness-themed amenities that 130 William will provide its residents, who on leaving the building will walk through a public park and plaza that will provide a healthy buffer between home and the bustle of New York.

Image courtesy Lightstone

12 Warren
18 December 2017

In Tribeca, 12 Warren’s townhouse has just been furnished with a mix of mid-century modern Brazilian designs from the Espasso gallery. Pictured here, the north townhouse, which is one of two townhouses on the site. The three-bedroom, 4.5-bath house interior was created by In Plus Inc for developers DDG.

Photography: Robert Granoff. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

One Hudson Yards, by Davis Brody Bond

At the southern gateway to Hudson Yards, No.1 will be one of the most exclusive rental buildings in the city, topped by a four-bedroom townhouse on the 31st floor. Yet its lower elevation and burnt-red brick curtain wall make it one of the warmest in the scheme. Architect Steven Davis designed One Hudson Yards as three consecutive towers in one, narrowing to an acute angle in the bend of the High Line. Manhattan-based architect Andre Kikoski heads up the residential interiors of One Hudson Yards – pictured here a living and dining space with dual aspect.

152 Elizabeth Street
13 July 2017

The highly anticipated Tadao Ando-designed residential building – the Pritzker-Prize winning architect’s first residential project outside Asia – has just unveiled a new show residence featuring interiors by designer and architect, Michael Gabellini, who is working on interiors across the whole of the building. The first look reveals the dimensions and plans of the condominiums, which feature 6 ft high operable windows and soaring ceilings of 10 ft. Warm and neutral interiors complement Ando’s light, bright and open articulation of space. Render: The Boundary and Noë & Associates. Writer: Harriet Thorpe

22 Bond
14 March 2017

Architecture firm BKSK has designed a residential loft block in Manhattan inspired by the artistic legacy of Bond Street, which attracted contemporary artists from the 1970s. The through block site includes a curated art garden for residents and the interior design of the common spaces and lofts, also by BKSK, has been modeled to reflect the serenity of an art gallery. Double height ceilings are connected with floating staircases built of custom steel and illuminated acrylic. Preparing the interior space for the display of residents’ art collections, wall surfaces will be pre-blocked with plywood to allow for artwork to hang in any location.

Writer: Harriet Thorpe

One Manhattan Square
2 March 2017

On the edge of the New York Harbour, a glass paneled and Muntz metal clad tower will soon be rising 800ft above the water. The luxury residential project featuring one to three bedroom condominiums has been designed by Adamson Associates Architects, who also worked on The Shard, The Hearst Tower and World Trade Center Four. Meyer Davis Studio are behind the building’s interiors, having previously worked on Oscar de la Renta’s flagship boutiques among other hotel, residential and retail projects. Will Meyer of Meyer Davis Studio described the firm’s designs for the interiors as ‘decidedly downtown’, combining stone walls, with blackened steel and polished concrete surfaces to bring a tactile nature to the spacious lobby. Writer: Harriet Thorpe
 

212 Fifth Avenue
1 February 2017

Located at 212 Fifth Avenue, right on the north western corner of Madison Square Park, Helpern Architects have revealed their renovation of a 1912-built neo-Medieval building. One of the first skyscrapers of its time, the redevelopment now offers two, three and four bedroom condominiums, with interior architecture and finishes by Pembrooke & Ives – and at only 48 units – it isn’t another glass box. The penthouse, aptly named The Crown, encompasses 10,000 sq ft of interior and 5,700 sq ft of external space - with 360-degree views across Manhattan and the Hudson River. The compelling details of the building include the beautiful masonry facade of limestone, brick and terracotta as well as original high ceilings, restored windows and gracious proportions. The lobby, which is very similar to how it should have been in 1912, has been restored to its former glory, complete with round ceilings in the elevator lobby corridor. Writer: Daniel Scheffler

685 First Avenue
7 November 2016

Located on First Avenue, just south of the United Nations headquarters along the East River, this new high rise by Richard Meier is designed to offer panoramic views of the waterfront. The sleek all-black glass tower – created in collaboration with Sheldon Solow’s East River Realty Development – spans 42 storeys and includes a mix of 556 rental and private apartments, with retail units on the ground level. Open plan, bright and clean interiors are complemented by a rich selection of amenities for the residents, including an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, game room and kids play room. Upon completion in 2018, 685 First Avenue will be the tallest tower by Richard Meier & Partners Architects in New York City. Construction is already underway on-site. Imagery courtesy of Bloomimages. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

Inkwell
26 October 2016

The first residential project in New York City by design firm AvroKO, Inkwell, which has been developed by Gotham, has launched for sales and is expected to be completed before the end of the year. Located in Hell’s Kitchen at 520 West 45^th Street, the former 20^th century schoolhouse has been converted into an 18-residency condominium. Seeking to retain the academic heritage of the building, the architects included interior details such as full height library ladders on rails across custom cabinetry and blackboards at entranceways.

Writer: Harriet Thorpe

15 Hudson Yards
18 October 2016

Designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro in collaboration with Rockwell Group, the first residential building in Hudson Yards, a 28 acre mixed use mega-development in West Chelsea, has launched for sales. With 285 residencies ranging from one to four bedrooms, the clover shaped block unlocks panoramic views for all residents. Below, a public square landscaped by Thomas Woltz features a striking monument by designer Thomas Heatherwick.

Writer: Harriet Thorpe

287 East Houston Street
11 October 2016

Ground has been broken on this dramatic 11-storey residential block designed by architect Aldo Andreoli of AA Studio. The futuristic façade alternates panels of dark grey aluminium and black brick creating an illusory effect inspired by the artist Lucio Fontana, who slashed his canvases with a knife to reveal black gauze beneath. Expected to complete in the first half of 2018, the scheme’s 28 residencies range from one- to three-bedroom units, will have 10ft-high ceilings and access to a roof terrace offering striking views across Manhattan.

Writer: Harriet Thorpe

150 Rivington
27 September 2016

This dynamic condominium – housing 45 residencies of various sizes – has been designed by GLUCK+. Due to be developed in partnership with Cogswell Lee Development, and rising up from the former site of Streit’s Matzo Factory on the Lower East Side, the corner-block is set for completion in early 2018. Sheer vertical panels cumulate a lively tempo across the exterior, guiding the eye up to the four penthouses crowning the building. Housed within a collection of glass cuboids, clear-cut from the rest of the building, each penthouse boasts two outdoor spaces, including a terrace off the living space and a roof garden.
 

42 Crosby
22 September 2016

A sleek seven-storey condominium designed by Selldorf Architects is going to be the newest addition to Manhattan’s historic SoHo district. Keen to reflect the area’s architectural context, Annabelle Selldorf used stainless steel, brushed aluminium and metal mesh to configure a crisp update to the surrounding 19th century cast-iron façades. Housing nine apartments and a penthouse, this modern interpretation of a SoHo block prioritises light for its residents with high ceilings and glass doors sliding open to Juliet balconies. Nature is blended seamlessly into the architecture with tranquil terrarium gardens designed by American artist Paula Hayes at ground level next to the private porte cochère. Completion for the development, which has just had its sales launch, is expected at the end of 2016. 

121 East 22nd Street
21 September 2016

Designed by OMA’s Shohei Shigematsu, this brand new development is the Dutch super-practice’s very first residential tower in New York. Created for Toll Brothers City Living, the high rise aims to balance ’classical and contemporary, between quiet streets and bustling avenues’, explain the architects. Interiors have been designed by INC Architecture & Design. Writer: Ellie Stathaki
 

175 West 10th Street
25 August 2016

BKSK Architects are working on 175 West 10th Street, a boutique triangular condominium building comprising five full-floor residences for Greystone Development. Ranging in size and topped by a two-storey penthouse, the project offers future residents private outdoor space and refined interiors, lined with oil finished oak floors and lit by oversized steel frame windows. The ground level will include retail space.

Imagery courtesy of Paperfarm. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

30 Warren
28 July 2016

This 12-storey development in New York’s Tribeca neighbourhood is the brainchild of Post-Office Architectes, the young office set up in Paris and New York by French practitioners Line Fontana, David Fagart and François Leininger. Offering a total of 23 residences, this ground-up boutique building includes large picture windows and lots of outdoor space for the residents. Sales launched this summer and the range available includes from one- to three-bedroom homes, as well as three luxurious full-floor penthouses. Imagery courtesy of M-Prime. Writer: Ellie Stathaki
 

432 Park Avenue
20 July 2016

432 Park Avenue, featuring architecture by Rafael Viñoly and interiors by Deborah Berke, is one of New York’s most highly anticipated additions. Construction works are almost complete and now the scheme’s developers, CIM Group and Macklowe Properties, have just revealed images of the project’s rich amenities program available to its residents, including the conference room, pictured here. Three floors in the 96-story tower will be dedicated to dining, entertainment and wellness, including pool (pictured) and massage areas, a cinema and a restaurant. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

Steiner East Village
19 April 2016

Spanning an entire block between 11th and 12th Street, the Steiner East Village is designed by S9 Architects. Interiors were created by Paris Forino and include from an indoor pool, to fitness and spa areas, a library and playroom, as well as a 4,000 sq ft roof deck available to all residents. 

Writer: Ellie Stathaki

70 Vestry
19 April 2016

70 Vestry Street in Tribeca by Robert M Stern has been on our radar since it launched a few months ago, and now the developers behind it have just launched the scheme’s interiors, designed by Daniel Romualdez. 

Working with natural and warm, traditional materials, the designer created a lush environment from which to take in the majestic Hudson River views. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

Citizen360
19 April 2016

Manhattan based luxury developer Anbau are working with interior designer Clodagh on their latest scheme in the Upper East Side, Citizen360. Apart from the residential interiors, the designer is also working on the development’s amenity and communal spaces, catering to the residents’ wellness. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

1 Great Jones Alley
15 February 2016

This new development in the NoHo historic district boasts a rare feature – at least for New York. It has its own unique private alley entrance. 1 Great Jones Alley sits on a 19th century alleyway, spanning 12 floors and designed, inside and out, by BKSK Architects. The facade’s protruding pearlescent terracotta fins will offset its Corten steel and glass, which reference NoHo’s industrial past. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

70 Vestry Street
1 February 2016

The latest New York offering by Robert A.M. Stern, 70 Vestry Street has just released its first set of images. The majestic structure will be clad in Beaumaniere French limestone and will feature rows of oversized windows framed in iron. Spanning 14 storeys and including 46 residences, the scheme is slated for completion in 2018.

Writer: Ellie Stathaki

100 East 53rd Street
20 January 2016

With the building having just topped out in January 2016, the team behind New York’s latest high-rise, 100 East 53rd Street, is now launching the sale of the building’s spectacular penthouse. Created by RFR Holding, Hines and China’s Vanke (the property giant’s first foray into the Big Apple’s residential market), the luxury tower is designed by Foster + Partners in partnership with Aby Rosen’s RFR. The duplex penthouse is located on the 60th and 61st level and will feature a 44-foot long ’great room’ and a gallery area, perfect for display the future owner’s collection. Writer: Ellie Stathaki
 

56 Leonard
8 January 2016

This tall and slender tower by Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron has been carefully designed so that only five of its 145 apartments are identical. The structure intertwines and shifts according to the internal organisation of the floor plans, providing the opportunity for each apartment to have its own panoramic view of Lower Manhattan’s Tribeca area. Building work is scheduled to complete by Spring 2016. Offering ten generous penthouses with ample amounts of living and outdoor spaces, this building aims to improve the living environment of its residents. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

35XV Residences
1 May 2014

35XV Residences by FXFOWLE Architects is a mixed-use luxury development. The development was only given the green light on the condition that it provided and incorporated classrooms and facilities for the neighbouring Xavier High School. Currently under construction, with a view to complete in early 2015, the imposing cantilevered glass-clad structure has two distinctive parts; the street level six-storey granite base that accommodates the high school and amenity space for the residents, and the towering glass part on top of it that overlooks the circling cityscape. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

100 Norfolk Street
21 April 2014

Height restrictions and a confined plot in Lower East Side didn’t stop New York firm ODA from designing a stylish, layered glass structure, featuring 38 residential units over 12 floors. The site, which once housed refrigerators for renowned kosher deli Ratner’s, is wedged in a tight space in between neighbouring properties. In order to maximise floor space, the practice has tactically introduced cantilevers, allowing for the creation of two large green terraces for the residents. The design makes the most of every available void from the surrounding properties, establishing a flowing maze of movement within. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

111 West 57th Street
14 April 2014

In central Midtown, on 57th street, New York-based firm ShoP Architects has designed a new residential tower to be built alongside the city’s landmark Steinway Hall. The building’s bent form will reach heights of over 400m and will shine with a terracotta, bronze and glass façade. Set for completion in 2017, the dramatic tower pushes the limits of engineering, aiming to showcase the high-rise qualities often synonymous with the New York skyline. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

325 West Broadway
10 April 2014

Located in New York’s historic Cast Iron District in Soho, 325 West Broadway - designed and developed by DDG  - will take the place of a former chocolate factory. With its state-of-the-art aluminium façade, it will be a gleaming new addition to the area’s large collection of late 19th-century buildings. Offering up 21 apartments, set over nine stories - currently racing towards a 2015 completion - the building will provide all the amenities one would expect from a luxurious development, including a landscaped viewing garden and a sculptural concrete fitness centre, both for residents only. Writer: Ellie Stathaki

505 West 19th Street
4 April 2014

This new boutique development by Danish-born designer Thomas Juul-Hansen is currently taking shape on the corner of 19th Street and Tenth Avenue. Upon completion in 2015, the project will feature two 10-storey towers placed alongside the High Line, which will be finished in a light grey limestone masonry frame. A set of brass-trimmed glass doors will provide entry into the shared lobby space, which is strategically placed directly underneath the High Line. The development consists of 35 one- to four-bedroom units, with 20 of them offering direct elevator entry.

Writer: Ellie Stathaki

520 West 28th Street
1 April 2014

Making her debut in the New York real estate scene, leading international architect Zaha Hadid is the brains behind a brand new boutique development alongside the High Line in Chelsea.

Writer: Ellie Stathaki

Cast Iron House: 67 Franklin Street
29 March 2014​

After three years of restoration work to its original 1882 cast iron façade, Cast Iron House by Japanese architect Shigeru Ban is a fine example of how to integrate the old with the new. Internally, the existing space has been completely remodelled to allow for the construction of 11 light and airy double-height residential units. Perched atop this landmark building is the addition of two completely new white metal duplex penthouses offering views of Lower Manhattan. Completion is slated for 2015. Writer: Ellie Stathaki
 

Hunter’s Point South
20 March 2014

Providing 1,193 new apartments on approximately 120,000 sq m of land along the Long Island City waterfront, Hunter’s Point South is an ambitious development that will dominate the Queens skyline. Designed by New York-based architecture and design firm ODA, the mega-development incorporates a composition of different volumes of varying heights to achieve a healthy balance between high-rise and high-density living. The architects encourage this equilibrium by creating large open voids within the massing to allow fresh air and light to penetrate the two internal urban farming plateaus. Writer: Ellie Stathaki
 

Soori High Line
2 March 2014

Acclaimed Singaporean architect Soo Chan in already well-known in Asia for incorporating landscaping and gardens within high rises, but he is now bringing his expertise to America’s East Coast. As principle architect, co-developer and majority owner of Soori High Line, Soo Chan will assimilate contemporary Asian design with resort-style living in New York. Sixteen of the apartments will contain their own private swimming pool, a feature common in most of Soo Chan’s luxury residential developments. Having conceived both the interiors and exterior, Chan created a development which will include 27 generous residences with double volume ceiling heights.

Writer: Ellie Stathaki

The Greenwich Lane
23 February 2014

Situated in the heart of Manhattan’s historic West Village, The Greenwich Lane is another ambitious project designed by architecture firm FXFOWLE with interiors by Thomas O’Brien. Consisting of five buildings and five large family townhouses, each with their own address and currently in construction (completion is set for 2016), The Greenwich Lane is an amalgamation of architectural styles, from classic pre-war with restored century limestone and brick facades, to modern contemporary, Art Deco and Bauhaus. An exclusive large 14,000 sq ft central garden by award winning landscape architects M Paul Friedberg and Partners will act as a main artery, providing a secluded haven to the residents. 
Writer: Ellie Stathaki