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BIG VIA WEST 57th CourtscraperIt's been five years since <a href="http://www.big.dk/#projects-w57">Bjarke Ingels Group</a> first unveiled the design for its <a href="http://inhabitat.com/big-unveils-radically-sloped-west-57-residential-tower-in-nyc-today/">first residential project in NYC</a>, and now the unique, tetrahedron-shaped building on the water is nearly complete. Recently rechristened <a href="http://www.via57west.com/" target="_blank"> VIA 57WEST</a>, the angular structure centered around a serene courtyard is almost ready to welcome the lucky residents who get to live in its sun-soaked apartments. Can you picture yourself making VIA 57WEST your home? Check out our photo gallery to take a look at the new development's interiors and many amenities.1
Bjarke Ingels Pyramid Building NYCThe distorted pyramid is a unique addition to the West Side skyline.2
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTThe building's unique shape required 178 unique floorplans.3
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTExterior of Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WEST.4
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTThe interiors get lots of natural light and many have outstanding views of the waterfront.5
BIG VIA 57WEST BalconiesBIG VIA 57WEST Balconies6
BIG VIA 57WEST LeadBjarke Ingels VIA 57WEST7
BIG VIA 57WEST West Side HighwayBjarke Ingels VIA 57WEST8
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTThe 709 units are a mix of sizes, with studios starting at $3,000 and large four bedroom apartments running a jaw-dropping $16,500 per month. Out of the 709 apartments, 142 will be affordable units that will start at $565 for a studio.9
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTA gorgeous living room with floor-to-ceiling windows.10
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTThe affordable apartments will be awarded based on a lottery system that opened in October 2015.11
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WEST[gallery_extend]....<br><br><a href='https://inhabitat.com/see-inside-bjarke-ingels-newly-completed-via-57west-tetrahedron-building/'>READ ARTICLE</a>12
BIG VIA 57WESTBjarke Ingels VIA 57WEST13
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTBjarke Ingels VIA 57WEST swimming pool.14
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTAs far as amenities, the building has a 22,000 square-foot open courtyard, filled with lush green space and planted with 50 plant species native to New York. .15
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTVIA 57WEST outdoor courtyard.16
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTBjarke Ingels VIA 57WEST lobby.17
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTBjarke Ingels VIA 57WEST lobby.18
Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WESTThe views from Bjarke Ingels VIA 57WEST.19
