CitySpire, Skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan, United States.
Description
CitySpire is a modern skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan that rises 248 meters and contains 75 floors above ground. The building features an octagonal footprint with distinctive setbacks along its height, and is topped with a distinctive domed structure that gives it visual presence on the skyline.
History
Construction began in 1987 after receiving approval in 1984, and the building was developed next to New York City Center theater. This project became part of the transformation reshaping this section of Manhattan during that period.
Culture
The building displays modern architectural language through its stone and glass exterior, creating a distinct visual identity within the theater district. Its design contrasts with the traditional structures surrounding it and has become part of how visitors perceive this section of Manhattan.
Practical
The building has a public arcade that connects the neighboring streets, making it easy to walk through this part of the block. Multiple entrances and elevators within serve both the commercial and residential sections.
Did you know?
The tower uniquely combines residential apartments in its upper floors with commercial spaces below, allowing different activities to coexist within one structure. This mixed-use design lets the building serve multiple purposes for the surrounding neighborhood.
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