Listen closely and you might hear “You’re fired!”. Trump Tower New York is a 58-story skyscraper at 725 Fifth Avenue and the corner of 56th Street. Besides being the location for many infamous boardroom meetings in “The Apprentice”, Trump Tower New York is a noted architectural highlight in a city full of incredible building design.
Completed in 1983, Trump Tower New York is a mixed use building that contains retail, office, and residential space. The building is highly impressive in various aspects, even to the pedestrian. Hang around the lobby and you might see some contestants of The Apprentice, who have lived in the building during some of the show’s seasons. The Donald also lives there, much of the time.
And even if you don’t catch any celebrities, you can enjoy the 100-foot-high, five level atrium. Its features include a seven story waterfall crossed by a bridge, shops, cafés, enormous skylight, and a complex arrangement of mirrors creating a stunning visual display, especially when riding the criss-crossed bank of escalators.
Also take note of the lobby’s Breccia Pernice, a pink marble with white veins. Then marvel at the “T”-shaped stanchions – T for Trump, that is. And finally, because the name says it all, the large, polished bronze frame at the lobby entrance with the words “Trump Tower”.
All the lavish scenery might inspire you to do some upmarket shopping, of which there is no shortage. The Gucci flagship store is in the building itself, while Tiffany’s is next door. Need more bling? Trump Tower New York also hosts Cartier & Asprey. Other locations of note include Salvatore Feragamo, Dooney & Bourke and the Boheme, Dyansen and Arras Galleries.
Once outside, take a look at the ingenious design. Fine detailing is enhanced by a sawtooth plan that makes the 644 foot tower appear thinner than it actually is. The base of the tower also features vertical stepping to create a visual highlight for pedestrians. The setbacks are used by Christmas-time choral groups, a highlight for any tourist visit at that time of year.
