731 Lexington Avenue continues New York’s tradition of iconic public spaces while connecting a live-work-play lifestyle

A landmark across Manhattan and Queens, 731 Lexington is a delicate glass tower with an elegant luminous crown that glows softly in the evening skyline. The tower rises above Beacon Court — a dramatic and inviting outdoor gathering space at the crossroads of Midtown and the Upper East Side that maintains New York’s tradition of iconic public rooms. Stretching across a city block, the tower is home to the world headquarters of Bloomberg and luxury residences with spectacular views of Central Park.

Beacon Court redefines possibilities and strengthens the urban fabric

Beginning as a response to programmatic and traffic considerations, Beacon Court was born — a welcoming public outdoor space at the tower’s entrance that connects 58th and 59th Streets with a pedestrian and vehicular throughway. A modern urban piazza, Beacon Court references the city’s beloved public spaces including Grand Central Station, the New York Public Library’s reading room, and Rockefeller Center’s skating rink. Directly above Beacon Court, Bloomberg Headquarters bustles from transparent offices that reveal the company’s daily worklife, lifting the veil between public and private space.

“The idea is to let Beacon Court evolve and become what it wants to be over time.” — Rafael Pelli, FAIA, LEED AP

Looking ahead to a sustainable future

Innovative sustainable features are embedded within the tower’s design including a high-efficiency cooling system with a low-temperature, low-flow chiller that reduces the need for fans and pumps. Daylight pours into the tower, reaching deep in the interior spaces while high-performance glass minimizes solar gain and cooling demand.