Just five blocks from Central Park stands the architectural marvel designed by the Pritzker-winning architect Jean Nouvel. With floor-to-ceiling glass windows that stretch across its unique and dramatic diagrid structure, 53 w 53rd catches the light at every angle, twinkling like a gem over the Museum of Modern Art.
Featuring just 145 residences with exclusive full-floor homes and duplex penthouses with private elevators, this modern addition to the New York skyline is an homage to natural light and boundless space.
Residents of this young but iconic building can look forward to unobstructed sight lines, effortlessly elegant interiors, and 30,000 square feet of amenity spaces.
53 West 53 Street: Expressive Manhattan Architecture from Jean Nouvel and Thierry Despont
What makes 53w53 instantly recognizable is its concrete diagrid and its north and south elevations that taper inward, culminating in five spires of varying heights. French-born architect Jean Nouvel, famous for his distinctive use of glass, space, and geometry, designed the 1,050-foot-high MoMA Tower to maximize the flow of natural light and to give residents the impression of living in the sky.
Nouvel’s genius has been sought after all over the world, and is responsible for buildings like the Torre Glòries in Barcelona and the Louvre in Abu Dhabi.
The late Thierry Despont lent his breathtaking craftsmanship to the building’s interior design. An architect, designer, and artist, Thierry Despont’s legendary style is an exquisite blend of European refinement and New York taste. Residents of 53 West 53rd will experience Despont’s vision with custom finishes and high-end detailing. Despont’s work is known throughout New York City and includes 220 Central Park South, the Chatwal New York hotel, and the Woolworth Building.
With such legendary names attached to the MoMA Building, it is no wonder that it became the 2023 Gold Winner of the Urban Design & Architecture Design Awards.
Light-Filled Residences and Penthouses in the Midtown Sky
The 145 residences range from studio apartments for service staff to four- or five-bedroom residences and duplex penthouses.
Homes in the Sky
All units are bathed in New York City light thanks to their triple-glazed floor-to-ceiling windows and up to 11-foot-tall tray-and-cove ceilings that give nearly unobstructed views of Manhattan. Oversized walnut entry doors and American oak flooring draw the eye inward, creating an appeal that is both inviting and artful.
The building’s inspired shape has provided each unit with its own unique layout, with smaller units occupying the higher floors.
Thierry Despont’s impeccable style is evident in his kitchen design, which features lavish glass-fronted Molteni&C cabinets, marble surfaces, and maximum natural light. Equipped with premium appliances from Miele and Sub-Zero, each kitchen exceeds chef standards.
Bathrooms provide a relaxing and spa-like experience with Verona limestone surfaces, lollipop vanity mirrors, and radiant floor heating.
When you reach the bedroom, you instantly relax into an atmosphere of luxury and comfort, thanks to thoughtful touches and rich layering of textures the Nouvel and Despont partnership is known for.
53 w 53 Residence Feature Highlights:
- Motorized Lutron solar shades
- Blackout shades in bedrooms
- Four high-speed passenger elevators to residences (some with direct access)
- Back-lit Statuary marble backsplash with polished finish in kitchens
- Wine refrigerator and coffee machines
- Polished Persian Golden Travertine feature walls in bathrooms
- Lefroy Brooks cast iron soaking tub and steam shower
- Panoramic views of the MET, One World Trade, the Chrysler Building, the Empire State Building, and more (depending on unit)
Luxury Penthouses
The full-floor and duplex penthouses at 53 West 53rd Street offer an oasis in the clouds with million-dollar views of the city and a remarkable sense of privacy in the sky.
With additional bespoke elements, such as expansive limestone-covered fireplaces, double-height windows, and personal elevators, these uppermost suites give residents a taste of majestic living known only to a select few in the entire world.
World-Class Amenities and Services
The carefully considered facilities and services at 53 West 53 offer households an unrivaled level of ease, indulgence, and comfort. With an inexhaustible list of conveniences, the building is set to enrich your lifestyle from the moment you step through the oak-paneled entrance.
Residents are invited to explore their interests with the help of the building’s thoughtful features, such as a wine-tasting room and golf simulator. Guests will find numerous ways to feel welcome, whether you’re treating them to a table at 53, challenging them on the regulation squash court, or indulging in a private screening of the latest film.
53 West 53 Building Service Highlights
- 24-hour concierge, porter service, and doormen
- Live-in Resident Manager
- Pet walking and grooming
- Technology consultant
- Floral delivery and care
- Dry cleaning and laundry
- Housekeeping and cleaning
- Bicycle storage
High-End Wellness Amenities and Services
- 15,000-square-foot Wellness Center
- 65-foot lap pool, whirlpool, and cold plunge
- Poolside vertical gardens
- Spa treatment room, sauna, and steam rooms
- “Low-energy” studio for Pilates and yoga
- “High-energy” studio for HIIT, boxing, etc.
- Golf simulator
- Regulation squash court
Luxury Lifestyle Features
- Benefactor MoMA membership
- Private storage
- Private formal dining room with catering pantry
- Double-height wine tasting room
- Private screening room with plush seating
- Children’s playroom
Discover this Sculptural Gem With Kai Wong
With over twenty fives years of experience working with national and international property buyers, Kai excels at turning luxury condominiums, apartments, and penthouses into dream homes.
Kai Wong tailors his service to each client’s unique needs. A Certified Negotiation Expert fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, he provides white-glove guidance from consultation to closing across New York City.
The elegance and refinement of 53 West 53 living await. To schedule a private appointment and experience all the building has to offer, contact Kai’s team today or view available listings.