What is 51 astor pl?

51 Astor Place is a modern, 434-foot-tall office building located in the NoHo neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. The building was designed by Fumihiko Maki and completed in 2013. It is notable for its unique louvered glass facade, which reflects light in different directions and creates a shimmering effect.

The building contains 12 floors of office space, as well as a variety of amenities for tenants, including a rooftop terrace, fitness center, and bicycle storage. The ground floor features a public plaza and retail spaces, which include a Whole Foods Market. The building is also home to several high-profile tenants, including IBM Watson, Stifel Financial, and R/GA.

51 Astor Place was developed by Edward J. Minskoff Equities and was the first new office building constructed in the NoHo neighborhood in several decades. It has received numerous awards for its innovative design and sustainability features, including LEED Gold certification.