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A teaser video reveals fresh renderings of 255 East 77th Street, a new 36-story residential tower taking shape in Lenox Hill, Manhattan. Developed by Naftali Group and designed by Robert A. M. Stern Architects with Hill West Architects as the architect of record, the building stands at 500 feet and will feature 62 condominium units. It will also offer 3,861 square feet of retail space, two cellar levels, and 33 parking spaces. The tower occupies the corner of Second Avenue and East 77th Street and is alternatively known as 1481 Second Avenue.

Architectural Design and Features

The tower's design showcases a striking multifaceted crown, with symmetrical floor-to-ceiling windows framed by light mullions. The upper floors boast setbacks lined with metal railings, glass, and a central terrace highlighted by columns and landscaping. Decorative panels and vertical ventilation grilles adorn the mechanical bulkhead. The building also includes pocketed terraces, some featuring arched cutouts that add visual interest.

Views and Private Terraces

Another rendering offers a glimpse of the upper western corner of the tower, looking south toward the East River, with the Queensboro Bridge in view. This perspective highlights private terraces accessible from the residential units. Midway up the skyscraper, arched windows are complemented by shallow balconies, providing residents with outdoor space adjacent to the building’s indoor swimming pool.

Entrance and Ground-Level Features

The building’s entrance along East 77th Street is marked by a dark metal canopy supported by an arched portal, flanked by light fixtures attached to the stone façade. The sidewalks will be tree-lined and adorned with garden beds and decorative railings, enhancing the street appeal. Stone cladding with intricate leaf reliefs surrounds the recessed ground-floor windows, wrapping around the corner to the building's retail frontage along Second Avenue.

Construction Timeline and Future Updates

The full rendering of the skyscraper, including interior designs and a list of amenities, has yet to be unveiled. Completion of 255 East 77th Street is expected by fall 2026. Further details and imagery from the project can be accessed through Naftali Group’s website, with the nearest subway access being the 77th Street station served by the 6 train.