The Hayworth Residential Tower

This 18-story luxury residential tower adds 61 condominiums and street-level shops to the Carnegie Hill neighborhood on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.

Influenced by the traditional architecture of the surrounding neighborhood, the building’s dimensional form steps up toward the intersection of 86th Street and Lexington Avenue. This maximizes the buildable area and creates outdoor terraces for many residents.

The energy-efficient facade fuses classic and contemporary design elements. Portuguese limestone cladding recalls the traditional stone buildings of the Upper East Side. Large glazed openings reflect a modern, cast-in-place concrete structure.

The high-performance glazing is argon-filled, triple silver coated, low-E glass. Use of continuous insulation maximizes thermal performance while controlling moisture and serving as an air barrier.

Modeling the thermal behavior of the building facade helped optimize the window arrangement, reducing heat gain. Recessed bay windows are angled to control natural light exposure and optimize skyline views. The entire building has operable windows.

Family-sized units feature open, loft-style living spaces with secluded bedrooms that connect to en-suite facilities. Two penthouse units have access to rooftop cabanas with outdoor kitchens, fireplaces and expansive city views.

The Hayworth’s amenity spaces include a private lounge, exhibition kitchen, game room, fitness center, children’s playroom and a lush landscaped rooftop terrace.

Two levels of flexible space at the base of the building accommodate a wide range of retail tenants. Double-height storefront bays provide a prominent street-level presence. The building’s consistent structural column grid is ideal for retail layouts.

The project expands access to New York City’s public transit system. An elevator and indoor and outdoor stairway lead to the city’s sixth-busiest subway station, which sits directly below the building.