Credits
From NYC Design
Visionary architect Sir David Adjaye is responsible for the holistic vision of 130 William, including its iconic exterior architecture, as well as all of the building’s luxurious interiors. 130 William's 242 residences, ranging in size from studios to up to four bedrooms, incorporate luxurious interior finishes made of materials sourced from around the world. There is a true sense of craft in the details and materiality.
Each residence is crafted with airy interiors framed by oversized bronze arched windows. Wide-plank white oak flooring underfoot enhances warmth throughout. Complementing the refined nature of the building, Adjaye custom designed all the fixtures and hardware throughout the residences in a beautiful, burnished bronze finish. This includes all faucets, showerheads, accessories, and door handles, which were all made in the USA.
130 William will rise approx. 800 feet tall - 66 stories - to make a bold architectural statement and unique addition to Manhattan’s iconic skyline. Adjaye was inspired to craft a building that pushes away from the typical commercial feel of glass and that instead embraces New York’s history of masonry architecture. 130 William's custom hand-cast façade is a contemporary interpretation of the stonework that characterized classic Manhattan architecture. The textured façade gives way to smooth and delicately crafted details, which all come together with refined bronze detailing. Another signature feature is the unique silhouette of rhythmic large-scale arched windows that draw inspiration from the beloved lofts that once populated the area. Residents who enter 130 William will pass through a beautiful new plaza park, which will provide a transition between the bustle of urban life to the respite of the residences.
“In defining the design for 130 William I not only sought to celebrate New York City’s heritage of masonry architecture, referencing the historical architecture once pervasive upon one of the city’s earliest streets," said Sir David Adjaye, Principal Adjaye Associates. "However, and more importantly, 130 William has been crafted to focus on the new possibilities of urban, vertical living.”