Foster + Partners' super-skinny residential skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan features a ribbed glass exterior and plenty of luxury amenities.

One Hundred East Fifty Third sits close to Mies van der Rohe's 1958 Seagram Building, and has an undulating transparent and white exterior designed to contrast the dark bronze 38-storey building.

Foster's 63-storey skyscraper includes 94 residences, which will welcome their first occupants later this month.
They will have access to a suite of amenities, also designed by Foster + Partners, including a 60-foot-long (18-metre) swimming pool flanked by wavy windows on one side and slatted oak on the other. A similar wooden screen also provides privacy in the changing areas, which feature rain showers.
A black granite tile covers the floor around the pool and steps that lead down to an adjoining lounge area. Another staircase links to a glazed gymnasium on the level, including a cardio and weights room.

The pool and gym form part of the wellness facility, which also includes a yoga studio, a sauna and a steam room for residents. The tower also includes a "uniquely curated" food hall and three-star restaurant on its first two floors, site-specific artwork, a library and sitting rooms.

Luxurious details and materials are expected to continue throughout. For example, the lobby features a fluted Calacatta marble wall, polished concrete flooring and a dramatic bronze fireplace.
Interior designer William T Georgis has st...