The New York City skyline boasts an array of breathtaking skyscrapers, and among the recent additions is the Steinway Tower, also known as 111 West 57th Street, acclaimed as the world’s narrowest skyscraper. Developers proudly announce the completion of its exterior cladding, marking the commencement of residency.

With an unprecedented height-to-width ratio of 24:1, the Steinway Tower soars to a height of 1,428 feet, securing its position as the third-largest building in the western hemisphere. It stands in the illustrious company of two other prominent NYC structures—the World Trade Center at 1,776 feet and the Central Park Tower at 1,550 feet.

Nestled on Billionaires’ Row in Midtown Manhattan, the tower graces the skyline with a view overlooking Central Park. Comprising 60 apartments across 84 floors, including the adjacent Steinway Hall building, the residences cater to a discerning clientele. The pricing spectrum starts at $7.75 million for a studio unit, while the opulent penthouse commands a listing price of $66 million.

Conceived by the renowned New York architecture firm SHoP Architects, plans for the tower were unveiled in 2013. Gregg Pasquarelli, an architect at SHoP, describes the Steinway Tower as “a project of extraordinary proportions and epic grandeur,” emphasizing its significance in redefining the New York skyline while paying homage to the area’s historical roots.

Inspired by the golden age of Manhattan skyscrapers and New York’s Art Deco heritage, the tower’s design features terracotta tiles adorned with bronze accents. The realization of this architectural marvel reflects the team’s departure from conventional notions, presenting an opportunity to create something entirely unprecedented in the realm of New York City developments.