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Originally Posted by Prezrezc
Would it be toofar-fetched to say that this beautiful thing is 20 years overdue design-wise at least?
When taken in consideration of the MidTown East rezoning concept, IMO this would be a definite yes.
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Lost in the awe at its height is 1VB's impact at the street level. It will do so much to bring light and life to a block that was once dark, unadorned and depressing. For those of you lucky enough to see One Bryant Park rise, think of how that part of town felt when the Drake sat in its place.
Clear glass and expansive, towering lobbies do so much good for the street. Now consider that One Vanderbilt employs such careful design and exquisite materials...I really hope it sets a trend for future large scale developments and the consideration for how they impact ground level life.