construction on álvaro siza's first US building set to get underway in new york

a new image of álvaro siza’s first building in the united states has been revealed, as more details emerge about the much-anticipated project. located in new york’s hell’s kitchen neighborhood, the development will be over 400 feet tall (120 meters) and contain 80 luxury condominium residences across 35 storeys. once built, the tower will include a landscaped roof garden, a sun deck, and several private terraces. it will also feature amenities such as a private swimming pool, a spa and fitness center, a children’s playroom, a screening room, and an entertainment space to host private events.

80 luxury condominium residences will be spread across 35 storeys
image © noë & associates with the boundary (also main image)

the project is being co-developed by sumaida + khurana (the firm behind tadao ando’s 152 elizabeth) and LENY. the team has just secured a $36 million acquisition loan and are currently beginning demolition and foundation work. michael gabellini and kimberly sheppard will collaborate with siza on the building’s interiors, while SLCE will serve as the scheme’s architect of record. the residences will range from one-bedroom units to expansive penthouses.

the development will be over 400 feet tall (120 meters)
image © noë & associates with the boundary

‘our collaborator alvaro siza has designed a building that we hope will be viewed as an elegant and timeless stone monolith, reflective of the quality and purity of design that defines his work,’ says amit khurana, founding partner of sumaida + khurana. construction on ‘611 west 56th street’ is now underway, with sales slated to begin in fall 2018.

álvaro siza working on his first project in the united states
image © FG+SG – fotografia de arquitectura

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