520 Park Avenue facts for kids
Quick facts for kids 520 Park Avenue |
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520 Park Avenue, April 2018
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| General information | |
| Type | Residential |
| Architectural style | New Classical |
| Coordinates | 40°45′50.5″N 73°58′12″W / 40.764028°N 73.97000°W |
| Construction started | 2014 |
| Completed | 2018 |
| Height | 781 ft (238 m) |
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| Floor count | 54 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Robert A.M. Stern Architects |
| Developer | Zeckendorf Development |
520 Park Avenue is a very tall building, also known as a skyscraper. You can find it on East 60th Street in Manhattan, New York City. It is close to the famous Park Avenue on the Upper East Side.
This impressive building was designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects. It was finished in 2018. Standing at 781 feet (238 meters) tall, it is one of the tallest buildings in New York. It is also the tallest building on the Upper East Side.
Arthur and William Lie Zeckendorf, from Zeckendorf Development, were the people who built this skyscraper.
Building History
The people who developed 520 Park Avenue started planning it a long time ago, back in 2006. It took some time because they had to clear the old building that was on the spot.
Plans for this new building were first shared in December 2012. That's when Robert A.M. Stern Architects were chosen to design it. The developers also bought extra "air rights" from nearby buildings. This means they bought the right to build taller.
The building's design was officially shown in March 2014. Construction then continued until it was completed in 2018.
Building Design
The design of 520 Park Avenue is called "New Classical." This style looks like older, classic buildings but with a modern twist. It's a style that Robert A.M. Stern often uses for his buildings.
The outside of the building is covered in limestone. This is a type of stone that gives the building a grand and classic look. Other tall buildings in New York City designed by Stern also use limestone.
There are 35 apartments inside this 64-story building. Some of the apartments are very large. For example, one apartment covers three floors! Many apartments near the top also have balconies.
Cool Features and Spaces
520 Park Avenue has many special areas for the people who live there. These are called "amenities."
Some of the cool features include:
- An outdoor garden where residents can relax.
- A private movie theater to watch films.
- A playroom just for children.
- A swimming pool for fun and exercise.
- Special rooms called wine cellars to store wine.
- A fitness center with two levels for working out.
The building has a lot of these shared spaces. In fact, it has over 15,000 square feet (1,394 square meters) of amenity space. This means there's a lot of room for everyone to enjoy!
See also
In Spanish: 520 Park Avenue para niños
