A quatrefoil architectural masterpiece that 'morphs' the Manhattan grid into a contoured glass silhouette.
Featured in Diller Scofidio + Renfro's definitive monograph, DS+R: Architecture, Not Architecture.
Visitor Guide
Check out the Joel Shapiro wooden installation in the lobby. For a height fix, 'The Skytop' is New York's highest outdoor residential roof deck.
The Vessel’s upper levels, looking east. You can perfectly see the 'straps' along the building that emphasize its feminine, corset-like physique.
Private residential. The Shed at the base is public and hosts visual and performing arts events.
The facade achieves its shape through precision cold-bent glass—a high-cost method that enables curves without losing thermal efficiency.
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Design & Structure
To keep the 30 active train tracks operational, the building is supported on caissons drilled to bedrock that 'opportunistically slip' between the tracks.
Insulated glass and steel. The building taps into the Hudson Yards microgrid, using cogeneration plants to double efficiency.
The tower's form is a smooth morph from the Manhattan grid. It includes a 75-foot swimming pool and spa on the 50th and 51st floors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed 15 Hudson Yards?+
15 Hudson Yards was designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro and completed in 2019.
What architectural style is 15 Hudson Yards?+
15 Hudson Yards is classified as postmodern architecture architecture. Diller Scofidio + Renfro is known for work in this style.
When was 15 Hudson Yards built?+
15 Hudson Yards was completed in 2019. It was designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro.
Can I visit 15 Hudson Yards?+
15 Hudson Yards is a real building in the world 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.