Reach for heaven: 10 tallest buildings in New York in 2021
'22.03.2021'
Olga Derkach
Skyscrapers have long been one of the most significant achievements of mankind. There are over 6400 high-rise buildings in New York. While there are several high-rise buildings in other areas (like the Hub in downtown Brooklyn or YIMBY in Queens), Manhattan has had some of the tallest buildings in the world since 1890. Top 10 skyscrapers of modern New York collected by the edition property nest.
Most skyscrapers are located in Midtown and Lower Manhattan due to the hard surface of the bedrock and their ability to provide the structural integrity of these buildings.
Most of the tallest buildings include business, residential and commercial centers.
1. One World Trade Center
- Height: 1 ft (776 m)
The 104-story Freedom Tower, located in the financial district, is considered the tallest building not only in New York, but in the entire Western Hemisphere.
The extra height comes from its 408-foot (124 m) spire, which houses important communications equipment and projects a beacon at night.
Interesting fact: the height (1776 feet) is symbolic for the year of the signing of the US Declaration of Independence.
2. Central Park Tower
- Height: 1 ft (550 m)
In March 2019, this colossal luxury residential skyscraper surpassed 432 Park Tower, making it the tallest residential building in the Western Hemisphere.
The building is not yet fully completed, but the plan is to reach an altitude of 1550 feet. Central Park Tower is another Billionaire's Row project, the first was One57.
Interesting fact: apartments here range from $ 1,5 million for a 569-square-foot (53 sq. m) studio to a whopping $ 95 million for an 8000-square-foot (743 sq. m) four-bedroom apartment.
3 West 111th Street
- Height: 1 ft (428 m)
Located on Billionaires Street, this 86-storey building is the thinnest in the world with an aspect ratio of 1:24.
The tower reached its full height in April this year and was designed by SHoP Architects and developed by JDS Development.
Interesting fact: this building and more 14 were designed in the 1920s by the same designer who designed Grand Central Station.
4-Vanderbilt
- Height: 1401 ft (427 m)
This is a newcomer to the list of tall buildings, it only hit at the end of 2019. 1 Vanderbilt is now officially the tallest office building in New York City.
The building, designed by renowned architect Con Pederson Fox, is located right next to Grand Central Station and provides an underground connection to the transport hub.
Interesting fact: 1 Vanderbilt has not only height but also mass. This building takes up an entire block.
5 Park Avenue
- Height: 1 ft (396 m)
Overlooking Central Park, this 84-story gem of Midtown has received much criticism from New Yorkers for casting a shadow over Central Park.
432 Park Avenue was the first ultra-thin mega-skyscraper of its kind.
Interesting fact: in 2015, 90% of apartments were sold, and 50% or more were bought by foreign citizens.
6 Hudson Yards
- Height: 1 ft (268 m)
Located on the west side of Manhattan, 30 Hudson Yards is the largest residential complex with private real estate in US history.
The main part of the building is reserved for office space. 30 Hudson Yards is the second tallest office tower in New York City.
Fun fact: It is home to the fifth tallest observation deck in the world and the tallest outdoor observation deck in the Western Hemisphere.
7. Empire State Building
- Height: 1250 ft (381 m)
The Empire State Building was built in 1931 in just 14 months during the Great Depression.
Interesting fact: after the terrorist attacks of the World Trade Center, the building regained the title of the tallest in the city.
8. Bank of America Tower
- Height: 1 ft (200 m)
The tower rises 58 stories across from Bryant Park between 42nd and 43rd Streets. Bank of America occupies 75% of its internal area, while the rest is left to other legal entities.
Interesting fact: it is considered the worldwide model of green skyscraper architecture. Complete with waterless urinals, two bee hives on a building, this skyscraper made of mostly recyclable materials was the first to receive LEED Platinum certification.
9 World Trade Center
- Height: 1079 ft (329 m)
This eighty-story skyscraper, located on the east side of the World Trade Center, began construction in 2010 but was later delayed until 2014. It ended in 2018.
Interesting fact: One big feature is the commercial core of the complex, which includes five interior store floors - two underground, one basement and two aboveground.
10-Decalb
- Height: 1066 ft (325 m)
9-Decalb is currently being erected on top of the famous Dime Savings Bank, the building will be the first mega-skyscraper in Brooklyn.
The multifunctional building will include apartments, offices and retail space.
Upon completion, 9-Decalb will become the tallest building outside of Manhattan.
Interesting fact: coincidentally, this is the second major JDS / SHoP project to be located down the street from the major Extell project.
Other notable buildings
53 W 53rd just dropped out of the top ten last year and 9 Dekalb joined.
Its height reaches 1050 feet (320 m).
The famous Chrysler Building has dropped to 12th place this year.
Tallest building in Brooklyn
Currently, Brooklyn Point, located at 1 City Point, with an elevation of 720 feet (219 m), is the leading skyscraper in Brooklyn.
Another Extell project, the building includes luxury condominiums and the city's tallest rooftop outdoor pool, as well as a variety of upscale amenities.
Tallest building in Queens
The Skyline Tower will be the tallest in Queens. The tower currently under construction will have a height of 778 feet (237 m) and 67 floors.
Queens Plaza Park, or 27-29 Queens Plaza North, also under construction, will be the second tallest at 755 feet (230 m) and 67 floors.
The building, designed by the Durst Organization, will have 958 housing units with amenities such as a library, fitness center, coworking space and a playground.
Currently the tallest completed skyscraper is the 28 Tower, 647 feet (197 m) high with 58 stories. All 407 apartments are rented out.
