# Sleek Sloping Apartments West 57th Residential Tower by Bjark Ingels Brings the Future to NYC By Jordan M | Published 2011-02-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/west-57th-residential-tower-by-bjark-ingels References: [big.dk](http://www.big.dk/projects/w57/) West 57th Residential Tower by Bjark Ingels represents a spectacular crossroads between European architecture aesthetics and New York's thoroughly urban atmosphere. Featuring any eco-friendly design complete with courtyards and extensive green spaces, the [West 57TH Residential Tower](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-brea-affordable-housing) by Bjark Ingels is a boldly exciting architectural endeavor for more reasons than its appearance. The building's design is a highly anticipated addition to the New York Skyline, and it will undoubtedly serve as a vanguard for many more eco-minded Big [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battery-swap-motorbikes) skyscrapers to come. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Architecture:** The use of eco-friendly design in residential towers like West 57th presents opportunities for innovations in sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems. - **Integration of Green Spaces:** The inclusion of courtyards and extensive green spaces in residential towers like West 57th opens the door for innovative urban farming and community gardening solutions. - **European-inspired Architecture:** The fusion of European architecture aesthetics with New York's urban atmosphere, as seen in West 57th, offers the potential for disruptive innovations in modern urban design and cultural exchange. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Real Estate Development:** Real estate developers can capitalize on the trend of eco-friendly architecture by incorporating sustainable designs and features in their residential projects. - **Sustainable Materials:** The demand for eco-friendly buildings like West 57th creates opportunities for industries that provide sustainable materials, such as renewable energy systems and recycled construction materials. - **Urban Farming:** The integration of green spaces in residential towers like West 57th opens up new markets for urban farming industries, supplying fresh produce to urban communities and promoting sustainable food systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Angled Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertikal-nydalen.md) - [Staggered Tower Texan Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1550-on-the-green.md) - [Sail-Shaped Skyscapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympia-dumbo.md) - [Urban Skyline-View Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apartment-with-a-view.md) - [Dynamic Living Towered Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onze22.md) - [Nature Blending Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-tower-one.md) - [Urban Living Residential Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergen-building.md) - [Rurally-Inspired City Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ziel-highrise-building.md) - [Skyline-Inspired Elegant Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/obliqo.md)