Iconic Empire State Building View Blocked By New Supertall
There was nothing more magical than hanging out in Madison Square Park or the adjacent pedestrian plaza, and looking up to see the Empire State Building glittering in all its glory. Yet, if visitors go to admire that same view today, they will be highly disappointed at what meets the eyes. What was once one of the best views of the iconic structure, has since been obstructed by an 860-foot luxury tower being constructed right in front of the most iconic skyskraper in NYC.
The new supertall building, located at 262 Fifth Avenue on 29th street, effectively blocks the northern view of the Empire State Building from Fifth Avenue. It was designed by architecture firm, Meganom with SLCE Architects, and is to be comprised of 26 condominiums.
The initial renderings intended for the supertall building to reach 1,000 feet tall. However, the tower has since been scaled back. Construction will be completed by 2024 or early 2025, predicts YIMBY.
Many New Yorkers took to social media, upset about the obstruction, one stating “When I walk through Madison square park, it’s just not the same,” on Reddit. Others posted, “blocking the iconic ESB view from MSP is a complete and utter loss to the city.”
One aggravated TikToker compared the NYC construction to be like a Hilton being built directly in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. “How much more of what we love and what makes our cities beautiful and special are we willing to sacrifice for the whims of a few,” begs the creator.
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