​​​​​For a building to stand out in New York, it has to be extra special. So when famous British architect Thomas Heatherwick was tasked with designing the city’s new Lantern House residences, he adopted a typically unique approach – make every window a bay window. 

 But not just any bay window. As you approach the two Lantern House towers – which straddle the High Line – the huge, barrel-shaped bubbles of floor-to-ceiling glass simply take the breath away.  
Inspired by the bay windows found in British Victorian houses, their lantern-like shape is enhanced by the surrounding copper colored aluminum frames, which pay homage to the neighborhood’s existing historical buildings. 
And who did Heatherwick turn to when looking for a coating that would match his vision for the spectacular windows? AkzoNobel – specifically our Interpon D3000 powder coating – which was used to protect all the frames.  “This is a beautiful building with unique, oversized sculptural windows,” explains Gabriel Morales Sada, Marketing Manager for our Architectural Powder Coatings business in the Americas. “The architect was attracted to our capabilities, global presence, track record and commitment to sustainability. We were able to nail the co​lor and metallic brightness they wanted, which made it a complete success.” 

The unique design of the three-dimensional windows frees them from corner columns, which gives residents spectacular views out of the light-filled rooms. Or as Heatherwick puts it, he wanted the residents to feel like they’re almost standing out into the view. So only the best would do when it came to coating the distinctive bronze frames. ​

Related Companies announced the unveiling of the finished amenities and communal spaces at Lantern House, its highly anticipated condominium building designed by the acclaimed Heatherwick Studio with homes and interiors designed by March and White Design.

Located in West Chelsea at 515 West 18th Street, Lantern House recently began welcoming residents following the commencement of closings earlier this spring.  As distinctive from the inside as from the outside, Lantern House’s amenities spaces were designed by March and White Design who worked closely with Heatherwick Studio to ensure all of the project's striking interiors beautifully complemented Lantern House's unique architecture and one-of-a-kind exterior facade.