731 Lexington Avenue

731 Lexington Avenue is a modern office tower in Midtown Manhattan that rises 55 stories and reaches approximately 246 meters in height. The structure features a glass curtain wall that defines its entire exterior appearance.

The building was constructed after demolishing the historic Alexander's department store, beginning in 2001 and opening to the public in 2004. It was designed as the headquarters for a major financial company.

The building connects two city blocks by allowing pedestrians to walk through its interior space between 58th and 59th Streets. This public passage has become part of the neighborhood's daily flow.

The building is easily accessible by public transportation and sits in a well-connected part of the city. Visitors can freely explore the public atrium and the interior passages within.

Inside are open workspaces and television studios framed by extensive glass walls, making the daily operations visible to passersby. This transparency allows visitors to observe the work happening within.

Location: Midtown Manhattan

Inception: 2005

Architects: César Pelli

Official opening: 2004

Architectural style: postmodern architecture

Floors above the ground: 55

Height: 245.7 m

GPS coordinates: 40.76181,-73.96800

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:26