3 World Trade Center

Richard Rogers · Manhattan · 2018

3 World Trade Center
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A high-tech sentinel of K-shaped steel that delivers column-free views and an orange sunset glow across its stainless skin.

Skyscraper within New York City.

Featured in Richard Rogers's definitive monograph, Richard Rogers: Complete Works.

Visitor Guide

Visitor Tip

The lobby is 60 feet tall and features a three-sided cable net wall; look for Frank Gehry’s 'Fish on Fire' copper sculpture mounted inside.

Best Photo Spot

The WTC Memorial Plaza at dusk. The west-facing facade reflects the orange glow of the sun off its linen-finish stainless steel cladding.

Access & Hours

Office tower. Ground floor and two below-grade levels contain public retail part of the Westfield World Trade Center mall.

Insider Note

Original plans featured several spires on the flat roof, which were later removed. The building uses separated air intakes on upper levels for cleaner air.

Time Needed

1 hour

Design & Structure

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Computational Process

Rogers integrated the tower into the WTC masterplan using external bracing to give a human scale of grain to the 80-story primary elevations.

Materiality

Linen-finish stainless steel and annealed glass. The lobby walls are Zimbabwe black granite with mirror-backed mesh elevator panels.

Structural Innovation

The external load-sharing k-bracing system allows for 80-foot perimeter spans. It features a reinforced concrete core with steel structure outside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed 3 World Trade Center?+

3 World Trade Center was designed by Richard Rogers and completed in 2018. It is located in Manhattan, United States.

Where is 3 World Trade Center located?+

3 World Trade Center is located in Manhattan, United States. Its coordinates are 40.7109°, -74.0116°.

When was 3 World Trade Center built?+

3 World Trade Center was completed in 2018. It was designed by Richard Rogers.

Can I visit 3 World Trade Center?+

3 World Trade Center is a real building in Manhattan 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.