^ I just don't know if we'll ever get a single building that will be as much a symbol of New York as the ESB was. There are just so many towers going up right now, all in the basic same range (1,100-1,500 ft). I think you would have to build a 2,000 ft or more tower to achieve that. They'll all be looming icons of the city of supertalls.
One thing that strikes me, looking at the renders, is that this building will add another layer of confusion to those who don't know the distinction between the Empire State and the Crhysler Building.
Aahh, if only they could have
added 200 ft to the Tower Verre instead of chopping 200 ft off.
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Originally Posted by The North One
Hmmm, did they change the proportions of the crown? It looks different in those renders.
It's starting to grow on me.
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It always seems just a little different to me. But I think a lot has to do with lighting and angles. Here's a look from all sides.