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Lecom

Jan 6, 2008, 8:56 PM

I think Conde Nast helps it out though proportion wise (especially from the Westside).
True. Conde nast really set up the stage for BofA. If Conde Nast never got its antenna, the two would not have made nowhere near as good of a pair as they do now. Besides, their shared elements make a nice transition between the completely different styles of 6th and 7th Avenue highrises.

NYguy

Jan 6, 2008, 9:23 PM

Not double, 8th to 12th is only 4 blocks.

And even that is wider than the width of most city skyscraper districts.

From the ESB the spire looks way too large from the building. From the street level however, the spire works out fine.

Midtown still needs more spires. The midtownmass shown in the above photos proves it.

CoolCzech

Jan 6, 2008, 9:31 PM

I like how the BofA's mast has more volume to it than a simple pole - it gives it so much more presence.

Lecom

Jan 7, 2008, 12:20 AM

Midtown still needs more spires. The midtownmass shown in the above photos proves it.
True. The east side has its fair share of peaks (Chrysler, TWC, Citigroup, Bloomberg, etc), though neither dominates anyway. The southwest area (around Times Square) has just gotten its set of peaks within the last couple of years. Much of the rest of that mass, like you said, could really use some plateau-breakers. And while it would take at something at least as large and bulky as the ESB to dominate Midtown (BofA comes closer than most, but still doesn't make the cut), some smaller peaks would be welcome since they would break the plateau, even if they don't dominate the district. The next upcoming plateau-breaking contender is the Jean Nouvel MOMA tower. It's way too skinny to dominate the skyline, but hey, it's a peak.

NYguy

Jan 7, 2008, 2:04 PM

JANUARY 6, 2008

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James Bond Agent 007

Jan 8, 2008, 6:39 AM

New York is one of the few cities where a supertall can be kinda buried.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2295/2170735260_5978c2660a_b.jpg

NYguy

Jan 9, 2008, 2:27 PM

New York is one of the few cities where a supertall can be kinda buried.

Imagine about 5 or 6 more spires of varying heights spread out around the Midtown mass...:yes:

CoolCzech

Jan 9, 2008, 9:41 PM

Imagine about 5 or 6 more spires of varying heights spread out around the Midtown mass...:yes:

And the MoMA tower will be thin enough to almost be one 1,200 foot spire...

Jularc

Jan 11, 2008, 12:01 AM

New York is one of the few cities where a supertall can be kinda buried.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2295/2170735260_5978c2660a_b.jpg

And in many other cities any of the smaller buildings seen in this photo is a big deal. In NYC, is lost in the shuffle.

Dac150

Jan 11, 2008, 12:04 AM

And in many other cities any of the smaller buildings seen in this photo is a big deal. In NYC, is lost in the shuffle.

Exactly. No other city can say that.

Brian.

Jan 11, 2008, 3:45 PM

And in many other cities any of the smaller buildings seen in this photo is a big deal. In NYC, is lost in the shuffle.

Exactly. No other city can say that.

Typical New Yorkers!

:runaway:

CoolCzech

Jan 11, 2008, 4:34 PM

Typical New Yorkers!

:runaway:

False modesty is a form of hypocrisy, ColoPrecaster. ;)

New York went thru hell on 9/11, having it's "Front Teeth" (The Twin Towers) knocked out. You can't blame NYC fans for expressing joy at the rebirth (and then some) of its skyline.

Brian.

Jan 11, 2008, 5:45 PM

AMERICA went thru hell on 9/11, having it's "Front Teeth" (The Twin Towers) knocked out.

Sorry but I had to modify your statement to better express the truth. Don't forget about family members that didn't live in the city and how their "Teeth" must have felt.

You just gave me more evidence for my original quote. :yes:

You can't blame NYC fans for expressing joy at the rebirth (and then some) of its skyline.

Or using the size of your buildings to overcome the short comings of your.....no....I shouldn't finish that sentance.

I love NYC BTW...but don't tell anyone.

aluminum

Jan 11, 2008, 5:51 PM

Typical New Yorkers!

:runaway:

You're so true !

CoolCzech

Jan 11, 2008, 6:26 PM

Ahhh, well... and thank YOU for reminding me of the function of the ignore button:yes:

gttx

Jan 11, 2008, 7:32 PM

Typical New Yorkers!

:runaway:

Perhaps some people get a little arrogant, but you can't argue with the statements. Take Denver, for example - you could literally add the entire skyline of Denver to Midtown Manhattan and not notice much of a difference. My hometown - Atlanta - is much the same. The scale of New York is simply enormous, and what might be a huge, prominent tower in one city is just "filler" there.

Now, you can't exactly say the same thing when comparing New York to cities like Shanghai, Sao Paulo, or Hong Kong, but it nonetheless is totally unique and only continues to get bigger and better.

Brian.

Jan 11, 2008, 8:04 PM

Perhaps some people get a little arrogant, but you can't argue with the statements.

It was a joke PEOPLE! Funny haha...er...nevermind.

Sorry to stray off topic.

Stand up strait Timmy...tuck in your shirt...stomach in...chest out.:bowtie:

Dac150

Jan 11, 2008, 8:10 PM

Typical New Yorkers!

:runaway:

:haha: ;)

It was only a joke folks.

Islander

Jan 11, 2008, 8:45 PM

Or using the size of your buildings to overcome the short comings of your.....no....I shouldn't finish that sentance.

We don't use the size of our buildings to "overcome" or compensate in that context, but rather to "reflect." :notacrook:

CoolCzech

Jan 11, 2008, 10:20 PM

It was a joke PEOPLE! Funny haha...er...nevermind.

Sorry to stray off topic.

Stand up strait Timmy...tuck in your shirt...stomach in...chest out.:bowtie:

Har, har... I suppose now I have to get you off the damned ignore list...

NYguy

Jan 14, 2008, 2:38 PM

JANUARY 12, 2008

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Jularc

Jan 15, 2008, 7:51 AM

Great shots NYguy!

:tup: Now some views from the tower...

By clovis (http://www.flickr.com/photos/level2/sets/72157603715908065/)

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2287/2192573465_16e6a4afc4_o.jpg

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http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2056/2192572989_9aca0297c6_o.jpg

pattali

Jan 15, 2008, 10:41 AM

:previous: ouffffff !!!!

Incredible view !!!!! I Like ESB observatory , it's like the flght control tower of an aircarft-carrier.
:koko:

NYguy

Jan 15, 2008, 1:23 PM

Those are some great views, but I'm not surprised...:yes:

Brian.

Jan 15, 2008, 3:58 PM

Those are amazing!

chex

Jan 15, 2008, 4:59 PM

those shots are amazing, especially those looking to times square... thanx!

Dac150

Jan 15, 2008, 7:24 PM

MetLife will have some excellent views. Thanks for sharing.

Lecom

Jan 15, 2008, 10:48 PM

Exactly. No other city can say that.
Chicago can.

I'm as happy for New York's rise from skyscraper stagnation of the 90's as anyone else in the city, but let's not get all stuck-up with a superiority complex or bash other cities by saying that we're better than everyone else. As of 9/11, speaking of construction terms alone, the city has indeed gone through an amazing transformation since that tragic day, but bringing up the tragedy in every "whose dick (construction site) is bigger" contest is a cheap move. I'm sorry you had to witness this dirt here, Colo, and I'm glad you love our city.

CoolCzech

Jan 15, 2008, 11:18 PM

The view from the BofA towards the Hudson show how thin the skyline currently is on that side of the city... it'll be a nice improvement for the Hudson Yards to be developed.

Were these shots taken from the future observatory, does anyone know?

Derek2k32

Jan 16, 2008, 1:23 AM

None of that area in the background (Hell's Kitchen) was rezoned for high-rises. The West Side rezoning starts at 42nd and goes south to 29th.

NYguy

Jan 16, 2008, 2:22 PM

Chicago can.

I'm as happy for New York's rise from skyscraper stagnation of the 90's as anyone else in the city, but let's not get all stuck-up with a superiority complex or bash other cities by saying that we're better than everyone else.

I hardly think that's what he meant. Yet, I do understand his point about the depth of Manhattan's skyline. Not even Chicago matches it. That's not a knock against Chicago, but then, there was no point in bringing Chicago into the conversation.

Dac150

Jan 16, 2008, 5:40 PM

Chicago can.

I'm as happy for New York's rise from skyscraper stagnation of the 90's as anyone else in the city, but let's not get all stuck-up with a superiority complex or bash other cities by saying that we're better than everyone else. As of 9/11, speaking of construction terms alone, the city has indeed gone through an amazing transformation since that tragic day, but bringing up the tragedy in every "whose dick (construction site) is bigger" contest is a cheap move. I'm sorry you had to witness this dirt here, Colo, and I'm glad you love our city.

Well let me start off by saying, NO, Chicago cannot compare to Manhattan's density, nor (IMO) in anything else for that matter. But why mention Chicago? There is no need.

Second. Bashing? What bashing? I spoke from the truth, and everyone here can agree with what I said regardless of what city they are from. No city can top Manhattan's density. Period.

Third. Where did the whole 9/11, construction terms, etc. stem from? It is amusing to me that you came out with all of that over a comment that in no regards related to anything 9/11 or the rebuilding of the WTC. And bringing up the WTC tragedy? I highly fail to see what I said had (yet again) anything to do with that?

Fourth. Witness? Witness what? I'm failing to see any 'dirt' here other than your post.

Fifth. Yes Lecom, I cannot tell you how much I love my city, but what I said regarding it is pure fact, and by no means was I 'bashing' any other city.

Lecom- I don't know what state of mind you were in when you typed that, but if it were in a state you consider sane, then you truly need to re-evaluate yourself.

Let this not further de-rail the topic at hand which is the BofA Tower.

VA_Gentleman

Jan 16, 2008, 5:45 PM

Jularc, thanks for finding such great photos. I love that concrete building in the upper right hand corner of the third picture. It reminds me of Frankfurt's tallest.

CoolCzech

Jan 16, 2008, 9:53 PM

I think it's pretty amazing that visitors to NY will have 3 different observatories to choose from, all within an easy walk of each other but offering knock out views from different viewpoints. Short dicks and all.

Complex01

Jan 16, 2008, 10:45 PM

Thanxs for posting those pics Jularc. It looks amazing and those views are awesome. Looking very kewl...

:yes:

NYguy

Jan 17, 2008, 1:28 AM

CoolCzech

Jan 17, 2008, 2:33 AM

Somone made a remark a few posts up that NYC fans glory in the city to make up for certain, err, shortcomings, NYguy. Don't know about you, but after much self examination, I've concluded that in my case... it's not true.

The 3 observatories are the newly reopened Top of the Rock, the ESB's (of course), and the new one the BofA will offer. Quite a smorgasboard of spectacle...

Chi649

Jan 17, 2008, 3:34 AM

I love how the spire turned out. Thanks for the pics everyone.

NYguy

Jan 17, 2008, 7:00 AM

Somone made a remark a few posts up that NYC fans glory in the city to make up for certain, err, shortcomings, NYguy. Don't know about you, but after much self examination, I've concluded that in my case... it's not true.

Oh, I missed that one, but I'm sure it was a personal reference for whoever posted it. Anyway, if I am a sexy bitch, should I not proclaim my sexiness?....:)

The 3 observatories are the newly reopened Top of the Rock, the ESB's (of course), and the new one the BofA will offer. Quite a smorgasboard of spectacle...

I don't think BofA will have a deck.

NYguy

Jan 17, 2008, 7:04 AM

Before the spire was topped out, but a nice shot of the crown from Codispodi (http://flickr.com/photos/codispodi/)

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2390/2082860638_63f2986eb2_o.jpg

Jularc

Jan 17, 2008, 2:12 PM

Uh that close up is nice. :slob:

Brian.

Jan 17, 2008, 3:27 PM

Somone made a remark a few posts up that NYC fans glory in the city to make up for certain, err, shortcomings, NYguy. Don't know about you, but after much self examination, I've concluded that in my case... it's not true.

Oh, I missed that one, but I'm sure it was a personal reference for whoever posted it. Anyway, if I am a sexy bitch, should I not proclaim my sexiness?....:)

Oh brother...I originally was making fun of how New Yorkers are so focused on themselves that they wouldn't know what's happening outside of that area. I was making a stereotypical comment just to get ya'll riled up. But "SIMMA DOWN NOW" already.

You have a beautiful city and I won't make fun of you any more because you just seem way more sensitive then I figured. http://img88.imageshack.us/img88/2663/sissyoe2.gif

Scruffy

Jan 17, 2008, 5:52 PM

Wait, did I miss something? It was my understanding that there will not be an observation deck on the Bank of America tower. Has this changed?

Jularc

Jan 17, 2008, 6:28 PM

:shrug: I haven't heard anything about an observation deck. Did I missed that story?

Islander

Jan 17, 2008, 8:58 PM

Oh brother...I originally was making fun of how New Yorkers are so focused on themselves that they wouldn't know what's happening outside of that area. I was making a stereotypical comment just to get ya'll riled up. But "SIMMA DOWN NOW" already.

You have a beautiful city and I won't make fun of you any more because you just seem way more sensitive then I figured. http://img88.imageshack.us/img88/2663/sissyoe2.gif

US simma down? Listen to you. :)

CoolCzech

Jan 17, 2008, 11:16 PM

I'm pretty sure that when this thread started up, people were posting that there was to be a deck.

Crawford

Jan 17, 2008, 11:18 PM

There's no observation deck planned for BofA.

CoolCzech

Jan 17, 2008, 11:24 PM

There will be no nightclub or swanky bar but it is planned to have a public roof-top garden than promises some amazing views.

Way back on the 2nd page of this thread talk of public views broke out...

CGII

Jan 18, 2008, 12:20 AM

Talk, but no substance.

Dac150

Jan 18, 2008, 12:26 AM

There really is no need (other than if the owner wants to make a few bucks in ticket sales) for an observation deck. You have the ESB and 30 Rock.

cactus22minus1

Jan 20, 2008, 8:46 PM

Not saying this to start a fight... just throwing in some perspective from another person's POV. You guys(some of the regulars) in the NYC do come off pretty rude and arrogant from time to time. It's something I've not noticed nearly as much in the other cities forums. I think it says a lot less about the city because I have not experienced this in real life. It's something about the environment and 'culture' that has risen from the people that frequent these particular NYC forums.. so please don't take this as a knock to the city itself. Like others have said.. love the city.. And yes, in *some* ways, it can't be matched anywhere else. But some of you in this forums regularly come off as poor representatives of your fine city. It makes me kinda sad to see this stereotypical arrogant/belligerent American attitude represented here for the US' premiere city.

I'm not angry with any of you, and you can ignore this post if you want because I'm expecting to come back with any kind of argument.

And you can take my opinion with a grain of salt because I'm just one person who has quietly and gradually taken this in over time. Unfortunately, I fear I'm far from a minority that feels this way.

Peace out my brothers.

pico44

Jan 20, 2008, 8:54 PM

ummm, oh yeah...;)

CoolCzech

Jan 20, 2008, 8:58 PM

I'm afraid that unfortunate remark will soon be deleted, pico.

However... I did get a rather nice chuckle out of it. :haha:

pico44

Jan 20, 2008, 9:03 PM

I'm afraid that unfortunate remark will soon be deleted, pico.

However... I did get a rather nice chuckle out of it. :haha:

I appreciate that Cool. Here's to the moderator having a sense of humor.

Lecom

Jan 21, 2008, 1:04 AM

You guys(some of the regulars) in the NYC do come off pretty rude and arrogant from time to time. It's something I've not noticed nearly as much in the other cities forums.
Most of New York development enthusiasts have their own forums and websites, such as wirednewyork, curbed, etc. They are places where most of New York building discussion takes place, and unfortunately drain SSP of potential New York forums. In other words, New York's SSP community does not even represent the New York building enthusiast community, let alone the city as a whole. As of your comments concerning the majority of NY SSP forumers, I fully agree. There are a few great guys around, but overall I completely understand your sentiments.

And I don't see the "unfortunate remark" (though IMO it's a voice of reason) being deleted anytime soon, since the mods don't frequent this place anyway. Perhaps they gave up on the NY threads, heh.

NYguy

Jan 21, 2008, 9:41 PM

NYguy

Jan 24, 2008, 6:59 PM

Perfect fit for the 42nd St canyon...

http://www.pbase.com/nyguy/image/92074085/large.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/nyguy/image/92074085/original.jpg

Dac150

Jan 24, 2008, 7:03 PM

Great shots.

gttx

Jan 24, 2008, 7:15 PM

That gaudy McDonald's sign hanging off the neoclassical building is a travesty rendered in steel.

Dac150

Jan 24, 2008, 7:21 PM

That gaudy McDonald's sign hanging off the neoclassical building is a travesty rendered in steel.

That is the beauty of Times Square (being gaudy).

gttx

Jan 24, 2008, 7:59 PM

NYguy

Jan 25, 2008, 2:36 AM

I understand that, but it pains me, as someone with a particular interest in classical architecture, to see such a beautiful facade tarnished with such cheesy crap. Put the gaudy modern adornments on gaudy modern structures, but not on such a beautiful old building.

It's almost required on that stretch of 42nd. Would you prefer the facade demolished and replaced with a modern look entirely?

CGII

Jan 25, 2008, 3:30 PM

I understand that, but it pains me, as someone with a particular interest in classical architecture, to see such a beautiful facade tarnished with such cheesy crap. Put the gaudy modern adornments on gaudy modern structures, but not on such a beautiful old building.

That's nothing.

http://cache.viewimages.com/xc/3244656.jpg?v=1&c=ViewImages&k=2&d=DCB332A6E7C66BD39BFBE06BED22F2DDA55A1E4F32AD3138
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http://www.mccullagh.org/db9/1ds-14/times-square-center.jpg
mccullagh.org

NYC2ATX

Jan 25, 2008, 5:47 PM

It's almost required on that stretch of 42nd. Would you prefer the facade demolished and replaced with a modern look entirely?

Almost? It IS required.

gttx, have you ever been to Times Square? (As was said before) That's why it's famous and legendary. :)

CoolCzech

Jan 25, 2008, 8:52 PM

That's nothing.

http://cache.viewimages.com/xc/3244656.jpg?v=1&c=ViewImages&k=2&d=DCB332A6E7C66BD39BFBE06BED22F2DDA55A1E4F32AD3138
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Great shot of an exciting place. I just wish they would get rid of those ugly New Jersey dividers. They look so cheap...

gttx

Jan 25, 2008, 9:03 PM

Almost? It IS required.

gttx, have you ever been to Times Square? (As was said before) That's why it's famous and legendary. :)

I'm not saying that it doesn't fit in the context of Times Square. I've been there many times, and I actually like the flashiness/gaudiness of the whole area. It's something totally unique in the world.

What I was lamenting was the defacing of a classical facade with a kitschy "modern" sign. It was an observation that was independent of location. In Times Square, it was certainly a necessity; it just came at the expense of a facade that I think is beautiful in and of itself. Just an observation, mostly because I wish my hometown (Atlanta) had more buildings like that. Sorry, I didn't mean to get anyone riled up about it.

NYguy

Jan 25, 2008, 11:05 PM

I just wish they would get rid of those ugly New Jersey dividers. They look so cheap...

There's a plan in the works for that. That's the worst thing ever done to Times Square.

Dac150

Jan 25, 2008, 11:09 PM

There's a plan in the works for that. That's the worst thing ever done to Times Square.

I drove through there once and it was a nightmare. That was the first and last time I drove in Manhattan. Now I just stick to the transit.

NYguy

Jan 25, 2008, 11:13 PM

I drove through there once and it was a nightmare. That was the first and last time I drove in Manhattan. Now I just stick to the transit.

Smart man...:tup:

aluminum

Jan 30, 2008, 7:15 PM

I would really love to have some updates, Carlos, where are you ? Haven't seen you in a while ? Updates (images) ?

NYguy

Jan 30, 2008, 8:16 PM

I would really love to have some updates,

Up to the minute info: it has a spire!

NYC2ATX

Jan 31, 2008, 5:45 AM

Up to the minute info: it has a spire!

Wow, your just right on top of things aren't you? :haha:

NYguy

Jan 31, 2008, 7:30 AM

Wow, your just right on top of things aren't you? :haha:

Nothing has really changed. I'm more curious now about the lighting.

spwelan

Feb 3, 2008, 4:56 PM

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/5170/dsc00605smallmn0.jpg
The Spires (ME)

Fabb

Feb 3, 2008, 5:07 PM

Great photo !
Four different styles that complement each other nicely.

Lecom

Feb 3, 2008, 5:18 PM

Yep. The same element done in iterations of Art Deco, Second Modernism, High-Tech and Deconstructivism, coexisting side-by-side. Quite interesting.

firulais

Feb 3, 2008, 5:41 PM

That shot is awesome! Do you have any more?

CoolCzech

Feb 3, 2008, 11:22 PM

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/5170/dsc00605smallmn0.jpg
The Spires (ME)

One for All, and All for One!

NYguy

Feb 3, 2008, 11:25 PM

One for All, and All for One!

Know what's missing in that photo? Another spire!

Dac150

Feb 3, 2008, 11:47 PM

Chrysler is feeling left out.

Dalton

Feb 4, 2008, 9:12 PM

Know what's missing in that photo? Another spire!

:haha:

I got a fever. And the only prescription is... more cowbell!

CGII

Feb 4, 2008, 10:31 PM

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/5170/dsc00605smallmn0.jpg
The Spires (ME)

Looks like Houston to me.

NYguy

Feb 4, 2008, 11:16 PM

Looks like Houston to me.

Wait a minute. I thought it was Houston...;)

Thefigman

Feb 5, 2008, 2:28 PM

spwelan, thanks for the new desktop wallpaper!

Alliance

Feb 5, 2008, 4:35 PM

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/5170/dsc00605smallmn0.jpg
The Spires (ME)

Just imagine how awesome it would be with building there instead of spire.

NYguy

Feb 6, 2008, 1:12 PM

Just imagine how awesome it would be with building there instead of spire.

Only, it wouldn't be, because the building would block out the effect of the spires. The "awesomeness" of the pic comes from the spires.

NYC2ATX

Feb 8, 2008, 12:12 AM

Know what's missing in that photo? Another spire!

Getting a little greedy, are we? ;)

Anyone have some recent pics? How far are we from topping out with the cladding?

nygirl1

Feb 8, 2008, 1:00 AM

Nope I'm with Nyguy, actually. Another, taller spire ( on a taller building of course) maybe between BOA & 4TS or right behind the NYTT. Say what you want, the spire affect got to me, I like.
The more I look at NYTT, I like it's spire and position in the skyline especially looking north up 8th avenue from the West Ville. ( Jackson Square/ Meatpacking district). While the BOA is still a fatty, the spire is mighty and befitting a large building like 1 Bryant Park. I don't think we should over-do with spires but we still got room for a few more to dot the island or it's skylines to either side in Jersey, and Brooklyn ( I'm really anticipating, one day, the bulking up of both) . Good show New York, hopefully we can keep this momentum running and tack on a few more impact makers.

spwelan

Feb 8, 2008, 2:27 AM

2 from today

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/3184/dsc00718smallln4.jpg
http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/959/dsc00693smallqh0.jpg

spwelan

Feb 8, 2008, 2:29 AM

I see this view from work everyday, it's cool
from Weehawken, NJ
There was good light today

The Bank of America looks like nothing has happened for a long time.

spwelan

Feb 8, 2008, 2:44 AM

oh I just noticed that the crane isn't there anymore

Dac150

Feb 8, 2008, 2:44 AM

I think Conde, NYT, & BofA make a nice trio, and to be honest I think another taller tower with a spire would do even more justice.

NYC2ATX

Feb 8, 2008, 2:58 AM

fantastic pictures spwelan....FANtastic.

hey! nobody answered my question. (post 2595)

CGII

Feb 8, 2008, 2:59 AM

They do make quite a handsome group. I didn't realise how much these three towers would dominate midtown proper and foil each other.

Fabb

Feb 8, 2008, 9:37 AM

The Bank of America looks like nothing has happened for a long time.

That's probaly because it's already completed.
I guess that, so as to match the unfinished appearance of the NYTimes tower, the crown of BofA will be left the way it is today.
You know, solidarity between architects. That's something they do.

NYguy

Feb 8, 2008, 2:11 PM

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/959/dsc00693smallqh0.jpg

Excellent. I keep saying that the Chrysler needs a spire buddy on the east side...

NYguy

Feb 8, 2008, 2:11 PM

FEBRUARY 7, 2008

http://www.pbase.com/nyguy/image/92683434/large.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/nyguy/image/92683432/large.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/nyguy/image/92683434/original.jpg

NYguy

Feb 8, 2008, 8:05 PM

http://curbed.com/archives/2008/02/08/a_view_that_money_cant_buy_but_3_atm_fees_can.php#more

A View That Money Can't Buy (But $3 ATM Fees Can)

http://curbed.com/uploads/2008_2_bofa1.jpg

February 8, 2008
by Joey

Because the new Bank of America Tower—also known as 1 Bryant Park—is very very tall, it should come as no surprise that views from the still-under-construction skyscraper are fairly bonkers. A tipster writes, "Here are some shots from the Roof Level. Slightly above the top occupied floor, but this was the only way to get unobstructed views. Elev: about 850'-900'. Sorry for the low quality shots." Low quality or not, we still lose some bladder control when we look at these.

http://curbed.com/uploads/2008_2_bofa2.jpg

http://curbed.com/uploads/2008_2_bofa3.jpg