575 LEXINGTON

CLIENT

Silverstein Properties

ARCHITECT

H3 Hardy Design Collaborative

YEAR

2006 - 2008

LOCATION

New York City

VISUALS

Mark La Rosa

The lighting for the lobby at 575 Lexington Avenue in New York City was designed to draw attention to the building entrance with two large lanterns of light flanking the entry doors. Each lantern is comprised of double-height translucent white glass, which is evenly illuminated from within. The glowing lantern walls wrap around the corner of the facade, receding under the entry canopy. The light temperature shifts from a cool exterior to warm interior illumination, drawing the visitor into the lobby. The full face of the lobbys curved wall on the left is covered with vertical panels of textured resin that emanates warmth as it glows from fixtures hidden at its base.