The tower is being built in partnership with Pacolet Milliken Enterprises, which has owned the land since 1954. The glassy exterior of 7 Bryant Park will feature concave detailing on its hourglass-shape, and a large stainless steel disc suspended over the entrance at the corner of 40th Street.
Hines will wait until it signs some tenants and obtains construction financing before beginning work on the tower. Demolition of the previous structure which was on the site was completed last fall, so construction could begin as early as this summer, with occupancy ready by 2014.
Hines will seek LEED certification for the office tower.
