599 Lexington Avenue, Modern skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan, United States.
599 Lexington Avenue is a glass and steel office tower in Midtown Manhattan, standing 199 m tall across 50 floors. Its reflective facade mirrors the surrounding buildings, making it a recognizable part of the city skyline.
Completed in 1986, the tower was Boston Properties' first project in New York City. It marked the company's entry into Manhattan's office market during a period when many large office buildings were going up across Midtown.
The lobby of 599 Lexington Avenue displays Frank Stella's artwork 'Salto nel Mio Sacco', a large piece that immediately draws the eye when you walk in. It gives the entrance hall a character that sets it apart from a typical office building.
The building has a direct connection to the Lexington Avenue/51st Street subway station, giving access to several train lines. If you plan to walk around the area, many of Midtown's main points of interest are within a short distance.
The angled corners of the tower were designed to create a geometric dialogue with the sloped roof of the nearby Citigroup Center. Standing on the street and looking at both buildings together, you can see how their shapes respond to each other across the block.
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