Form and Use
The building was designed as a unique wedged shape cutting South West corner of rectangular box. The volume can be seen differently from different angles, sometimes slender, sometimes gigantic. The entrance of the building is the most impressive part of the façade providing spectacle and openness to the street and welcoming visitors. Use of 41 stories building is mainly office use. At ground level, some retail stores are facing 57th Street. The building occupies only 40 percent of the property and the rest of the square footage are assigned to public open space. The space is filled with series of amenities such as food and drink kiosks, tables and chairs, receptacles, and so on. Green bamboo trees installed in the space celebrates the serenity of an indoor garden. Also, art work displayed inside entertains visitors. This space is occasionally used for some events.
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