The Big Bend, a proposed U-shaped skyscraper, redefines architectural possibilities by looping over Midtown Manhattan. At 4,000 feet long and 2,000 feet tall, it would become the longest building in the world, surpassing One World Trade Center. The design circumvents New York City’s restrictive height regulations by prioritizing length over height. Its unique elevator system promises vertical and horizontal movement. Although visually striking, the project remains conceptual and serves as a commentary on luxury real estate, without any formal construction plans submitted by its designers.
The Big Bend proposes a U-shaped skyscraper that loops over Midtown Manhattan, stretching 4,000 feet in length and reaching a height of 2,000 feet, surpassing One World Trade Center.
New York City’s zoning regulations encourage innovative designs like The Big Bend, which offers a 'modest solution' to restrictions on height by favoring length instead.
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