Dangote building in new york
You're referring to the Dangote Tower, a proposed skyscraper in New York City!
The Dangote Tower is a planned 1,050-foot-tall (320 m) skyscraper that is expected to be built in the Hudson Yards area of Manhattan, New York City. The project was announced in 2019, and it is being developed by the Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote's company, Dangote Group, in partnership with the US-based real estate firm, Related Companies.
Here are some key facts about the Dangote Tower:
- Location: The tower will be built on a 1.2-acre site at 514 West 34th Street, near the intersection of 10th Avenue and West 34th Street, in the Hudson Yards area of Manhattan.
- Height: The building will stand at 1,050 feet (320 m) tall, making it one of the tallest buildings in New York City.
- Design: The tower's design is being led by the architecture firm, Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF). The building will have a unique, asymmetrical design with a curved façade and a distinctive "wing" shape.
- Uses: The Dangote Tower will feature a mix of office space, residential units, and retail space. The building will also include a rooftop garden and a public plaza.
- Cost: The estimated cost of the project is around $1.5 billion.
- Timeline: The construction of the Dangote Tower is expected to begin in 2023, with completion targeted for 2027.
The Dangote Tower is seen as a significant investment in New York City's real estate market and a symbol of the growing economic ties between Nigeria and the United States.