350 Park Avenue

Foster + Partners · New York City

A supertall 'series of glass flutes' rising 1,600 feet to crown Park Avenue as a pinnacle of sustainable design.

Planned building in Manhattan, New York.

Featured in Foster + Partners's definitive monograph, Norman Foster: A Life in Architecture.

Major PracticeRising Star
Coordinates
40.7583°, -73.9737°
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Visitor Guide

Visitor Tip

The building is in the proposal stage. Check out the 350 Park block to see the existing Midtown architecture it will eventually replace.

Best Photo Spot

The future main entrance on Park Avenue, which will feature column-free curved glass corners for maximum light penetration.

Access & Hours

Proposed. Vornado applied for permits in late 2024. Once completed, it will house Citadel and Rudin Management.

Insider Note

The 2024 design was specifically tailored for Citadel to incorporate extra air rights gained through public negotiations, reaching 100 feet taller than initial concepts.[182, 183]

Time Needed

15 mins

Design & Structure

Recursive / Self-similarDouble-CurvedFoldingParametric Surface
Computational Process

The design evolved from a generic concept to a customized corporate anchor. It utilizes a stepped terraces facing east over Park Avenue.

Materiality

Glass flutes and unitized curtain walls. The high-performance glass is designed to manage environmental responsiveness.

Structural Innovation

The tower's 62 stories are engineered with a tapered steel and concrete frame to rising to meet a glass bulkhead that can be illuminated.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed 350 Park Avenue?+

350 Park Avenue was designed by Foster + Partners. It is located in New York City, United States.

Where is 350 Park Avenue located?+

350 Park Avenue is located in New York City, United States. Its coordinates are 40.7583°, -73.9737°.

Can I visit 350 Park Avenue?+

350 Park Avenue is a real building in New York City that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.