The Architecture of New York City
New York City’s architectural tapestry is a mesmerizing fusion of history, innovation, and diversity. From the iconic Art Deco spires of the Empire State Building to the soaring modernity of One World Trade Center, the city’s skyline is a testament to its unwavering spirit and ambition.
New York streets are a living museum of architectural styles, showcasing the grandeur of Beaux-Arts masterpieces like the New York Public Library, the Gothic revival charm of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and the minimalist brilliance of the High Line’s contemporary design.
Highlights of New York Architecture
Flatiron Building, Daniel Burnham (1902)
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Empire State Building, Shreve, Lamb and Harmon (1931)
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Chrysler Building, William Van Allen (1930)
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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Frank Lloyd Wright (1959)
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TWA Terminal, Eero Saarinen (1962)
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550 Madison Avenue (Sony Tower, AT&T Building), Philip Johnson and John Burgee (1984)
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New York City High Line, Diller Scofido + Renfro, James Corner Field Operations (2009)
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Jewelbox Building for the Restored Jane’s Carousel, Jean Nouvel (2011)
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One World Trade Center, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (2015)
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The Whitney Museum of American Art at Gansevoort, Renzo Piano Building Workshop and Cooper Robertson (2015)
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VIA 57 West, Bjarke Ingels Group (2016)
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World Trade Center Transportation Hub (aka The Oculus), Santiago Calatrava (2016)
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56 Leonard Street, Herzog & de Meuron (2017)
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520 West 28th, Zaha Hadid Architects (2018)
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Hunters Point Library, Steven Holl Architects (2019)
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Apple Store Fifth Avenue, Foster + Partners (2019)
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10, 30, 55 Hudson Yards, Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF) (2019)
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Vessel Public Landmark, Heatherwick Studio (2019)
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Little Island Park, Heatherwick Studio + MNLA (2021)
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111 West 57th Street (aka Steinway Tower), SHoP Architects (2021)
