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Work begins on sculpted American Museum of Natural History extension

Adam Williams June 18, 2019

Construction has begun on a large new extension for New York City's American Museum of Natural History. The building, designed by Studio Gang, will boast a degree of sustainable technology and provide additional exhibition spaces, a theater, library, and more.

The Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation has a budget of US$383 million and ...

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Heatherwick Studio's ambitious 'stairway to nowhere' is complete

Adam Williams March 20, 2019

Heatherwick Studio's Vessel is finally complete and has now opened to the public in Manhattan, New York City. Rising to a height of 150 ft (45 m), the steel structure comprises 54 interconnecting flights of stairs, 2,500 steps, and 80 landings, offering views of the city and the Hudson River.

The Heatherwick Studio-designed Vessel has a reported price tag of US$150 million

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Pair of "dancing" towers to rise in NYC

Adam Williams March 8, 2019

The construction of two unusual-looking residential towers is set to begin in Brooklyn, New York City, in August this year. Designed by OMA, the buildings are likened to dancing partners by the firm and feature a striking blocky design that's meant to maximize views.

The Greenpoint Landing project is being developed by Brookfield Properties and is due to begin construction ...

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NYPD to deploy drones over New York, and not everybody's onboard

Nick Lavars December 4, 2018

The New York Police Department (NYPD) has announced new plans to put drones into the air over the Big Apple, listing search and rescue missions and hostage situations as a couple of the intended applications.

The NYPD is set to deploy drones to act as eyes in the sky over New ...

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World's tallest residential tower commands sky-high prices

Adam Williams October 18, 2018

Central Park Tower, by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill, is a new supertall skyscraper currently under construction in NYC. Once complete, it'll be the tallest residential building in the world and rise to a height of 1,550 feet (472 m), hosting amazing luxury apartments that cost over US$100 million.

Room with a view: Central Park Tower's plush apartments will offer choice views over New York's ...

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3 World Trade Center officially opens in NYC

Adam Williams June 12, 2018

3 World Trade Center has been declared open for business in an official ribbon cutting ceremony. Standing on the same Manhattan plot as the original building destroyed in the September 11 attacks, the supertall skyscraper rises to a height of 1,079 ft (328 m).

3 WTC, the taller glazed building pictured, is the second-tallest building in the World Trade Center ...

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ODA completes "upside down" condo in NYC

Adam Williams May 25, 2018

ODA New York has a history of using out-of-the-box ideas to both maximize desirable features and make the most out of awkward plots. Its newest project, 100 Norfolk, sees the firm do this again by turning a residential building on its head.

100 Norfolk includes 50,000 sq ft (4,645 sq m) of interior floorspace, spread over 12 floors

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NYC tower design gets a BIG twist

Adam Williams May 2, 2018

Construction is currently underway on a pair of Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG)-designed towers in New York City named the XI (aka the Eleventh). The twin buildings will feature an unusual twisted form that's intended to maximize the view for residents.

The twisting design is somewhat reminiscent of BIG's Grove at Grand Bay

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Zaha Hadid-designed luxury condo completed in NYC

Adam Williams March 22, 2018

Zaha Hadid Architects recently completed its first project in New York City. Designed by the firm's founder before her death, 520 West 28th Street is a luxury condo situated next to the city's High Line that features an eye-catching steel and glass facade.

520 West 28th Street is located in Manhattan, NYC

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Discover your inner James Bond in starchitect-designed spy museum

Adam Williams February 21, 2018

If you've ever considered yourself spy material then a recently-opened museum by Adjaye Associates may be of interest. Named Spyscape, the Manhattan museum features installations and challenges which let you test your skills to see if you're up to the job.

Visitors to Spyscape can hone their skills in "laser tunnels"