138 East 50th Street, High-rise residential tower in Turtle Bay, United States.
Description
138 East 50th Street is a high-rise residential tower in Turtle Bay that rises 245 meters with 64 floors of postmodern design. The structure contains 124 units ranging from one to four bedrooms, built from steel, concrete, and glass.
History
The tower was completed in 2019 by Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects and represents a new chapter in luxury residential development across Midtown Manhattan. Its completion added to the growing collection of contemporary high-rises that define the neighborhood's character.
Culture
The building draws on postmodern design language with terracotta-colored chevrons and crystalline facade elements that echo New York's architectural traditions. These visual details connect the structure to the city's design heritage.
Practical
Five elevators serve the building and provide regular access to all residential units throughout the tower. On-site amenities include a swimming pool and fitness center that residents can reach without leaving the building.
Did you know?
The building's reflective glass facade creates shifting visual patterns throughout the day as it mirrors the surrounding Turtle Bay landscape. This quality gives the tower a different appearance depending on the time of day and light conditions.
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