ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS
The Spiral slowly reduces in volume as it rises , following the zoning envelope of the site .
artwork by Dutch studio DRIFT and lush foliage , which can be accessed via entrances on both Hudson Boulevard and 10th Avenue . As a gesture to the building ’ s surroundings , The Spiral ’ s lobby incorporates seven different metals to honor the area ’ s industrial history , with floor panels measured to the exact dimensions of the precast concrete planks spanning the High Line .
The Spiral slowly reduces in volume as it rises , following the zoning envelope of the site . Its stepping language resonates with the design aesthetics of classic Manhattan skyscrapers such as the Empire State Building and Rockefeller Center , while its slender proportions and use of modern materials and detailing speak to the design features of contemporary high-rise architecture .
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