Welcome to 53 West 53
53 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019
53 West 53 is a reflection of the city at large: a vast and inspiring study in contrasts. Whether within its walls or beyond its windows, 53 West 53 offers an unparalleled New York experience—a sense of place and history, of possibility and excitement. 53 West 53’s central Midtown location offers direct access to the best of a rich cosmopolitan landscape, including international cultural institutions, landmark architecture, fine dining and nightlife, and world-class performing arts and entertainment.
Architecture & Design
Designed by Jean Nouvel with custom interiors by Thierry Despont, 53 West 53 is carved by the alchemy of light and shadow. The building, a true reflection of its environment, is based on an unconventional diagrid structure that eliminates the need for interior columns and allows for grand, airy living spaces filled with natural light.
Residence
53 West 53 embodies the ultimate marriage of refinement and comfort, extravagance and ease, boldness and elegance. Each of the tower’s residences is an heirloom for the modern age—combining superb sophistication and craftsmanship and including many custom elements by Thierry Despont. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the city’s classic skyline and fill the residences with natural light.
| Living Rooms | Living spaces exude a warm and inviting ambiance. Expansive and breathtaking views are framed by triple-glazed full-height windows, and a wealth of considered finishes—wide-plank oak flooring, grand walnut entry doors, and custom bronze hardware designed by Thierry Despont—combine to create a truly artful atmosphere. |
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| Kitchens | Chef-standard kitchens are replete with glass-fronted Molteni&C cabinets designed by Thierry Despont, luminous marble surfaces, premium appliances from Miele and Sub-Zero, and polished nickel Dornbracht fixtures. |
| Bathrooms | Spa-like bathrooms blend tradition and originality, featuring Italian-finished Verona limestone surfaces and premium fixtures. Select residences feature heated limestone floors and distinctive lollipop vanity mirrors, designed by Thierry Despont, which can be raised and lowered according to one’s preference. |
| Bedrooms | The residences’ bedrooms share the rich layering of finishes and detailing found throughout the rest of the living spaces, as well as Nouvel and Despont’s overall approach to light and space. They are tranquil retreats where an atmosphere of luxury and comfort extends throughout. |
Amenities
53 West 53 represents a universe of exceptional indulgence and ease, where life transcends the ordinary. The building was designed to be responsive to its residents in every way—to enrich their lives through premium amenities and partnerships, superb on-premises restaurant, and attentive staff in order to bring an unprecedented level of access and refinement to the residential setting.
| Wellness Redefined | The 15,000-square-foot Wellness Center, managed by The Wright Fit, is designed to support physical and mental well-being. This best-in-class facility includes a naturally lit 65-foot lap pool with vertical garden walls by legendary French landscape designer Patrick Blanc, a golf simulator, a regulation squash court, sauna, steam rooms, private studios, and a full suite of strength and cardio training equipment. |
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| An Elevated Lifestyle | 53 West 53 boasts superb services and features that support residents’ hobbies and passions, including an elegant wine tasting room with private vaults, a 46th-floor lounge overlooking Central Park, a large private screening room, and a jewel box library—all designed by Thierry Despont. Residents also have access to exclusive dining options from the on-premises restaurant, 53. |
| World-class Cuisine | Residents have priority access to 53, the celebrated restaurant from the award-winning Altamarea Group, located on the ground floor of the building. Helmed by acclaimed Singapore-born chef Akmal Anuar, 53 offers an innovative and fresh Asian-inspired menu. The contemporary three-story space features a beautiful modern dining room, bustling by day and glowing by night, as well as an intimate private dining room. |
| Thoughtful Partnerships | World-class partnerships offer residents the best of the known and the niche—bringing together an inspired mix of brands that reflect the tastes of the most discerning audiences. Residents enjoy priority access and exclusive offerings across beauty and wellness, fashion, food, beverage, transportation, lifestyle, and more. |