The Ellery

Client Taconic Partners
Location New York City, New York
Status Completed in 2024

The Ellery offers offers best-in-class residences and expansive views.

The Ellery is a new 330-unit multifamily residential building located on a through-block site in Hell’s Kitchen and near the Theater District in New York City. The project is composed of both a high- and low-rise portion, which connect together via a collection of shared amenity spaces. On the southern portion of the site along West 42nd Street, a 33-story tower sits atop a retail podium. Above, the tower’s torqued vertical metal banding creates a sense of movement to the facade, and is in keeping with the look and feel of the buildings that define this busy street. On quieter West 43rd Street, a new 7-story building embraces the neighboring punched window buildings through the use of masonry and horizontal banding. Here, the building’s main entrance is accessed through a monumental planted canopy; a metal screen is shaped to mimic the façade along West 42nd Street, visually connecting the two towers.

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Residents enter off of 43rd Street into an expansive lobby that is meant to feel serene.

An olive tree becomes the focal point for the entry experience as it emerges from a Zen rock garden. Behind, a slatted wood wall extends floor-to-ceiling and offers a glimpse to the mailroom on the other side. Fior di Pesco marble, selected for its graphic, organic veining, frames a soft, custom-made reception desk.

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Shared amenity spaces prioritize access to natural light.

A double-height co-working space offers both private and shared areas, with floor-to-ceiling glass to visually connect to the adjacent courtyard. Material changes guide residents through the space with a variety of textured wallcoverings; above, a curvilinear wall appears to float in midair and visually ties the spaces together. A wall of glass reveals a private lounge with kitchen beyond.

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Health & wellness spaces include a yoga studio, steam room, and sauna.

The sauna is composed of slatted Canadian hemlock wood, referencing the floor-to-ceiling slatted walls of the lobby.

At the roof, a sun room with oak floors and a double-sided fireplace clad in granite provides a place to enjoy sweeping views of the Hudson River.

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Unit interiors feature wide-plank white oak flooring throughout.

Kitchens feature custom cabinetry with panel-ready appliances. Freestanding islands are styled with quartz waterfall countertops. Spa-style bathrooms feature honed Dolomia porcelain tiling, custom shower niches, and vanity mirrors with integrated lighting.

Scope

Design Architect Interior Designer Architect of Record

Project Team

Gary Handel, Amar Sen, Sarah Smith, Tom Florkewicz, Daxi Qu, Solène Clavel, Rachael Kalousdian, and Angeline Jacques

Visualizations

VMI Studio