Edge NYC Architecture – Terrace, Glass, and Wind Engineering

Edge’s terrace is structural theater: steel, glass, and wind engineering choreographed to make you feel like you’re stepping into the sky.

• Design Goals
• Structure and Load Path
• Glass Systems and Optics
• Aerodynamics and Wind Strategy
• Materials and Maintenance
• Elevator Choreography
• Wayfinding and Experience Design
• Fun Facts
• Bottom Line

Design Goals

• Maximize open-air exposure while maintaining safety and comfort.
• Create bold geometry (triangular terrace) for dramatic sightlines.
• Keep views immersive with clear, angled glass.

Structure and Load Path

• Cantilevered steel framing anchors into 30 Hudson Yards’ superstructure.
• The triangular plan distributes loads while opening dynamic corner views.
• Redundant connections improve resilience under variable wind conditions.

Glass Systems and Optics

• Multi-layer laminated panels provide high load capacity and safety.
• Angled glazing reduces direct reflections and heightens immersion.
• Interlayers balance clarity, strength, and durability.

Aerodynamics and Wind Strategy

• Tall glass wind screens shelter guests while preserving openness.
• Venting strategies help equalize pressure and reduce turbulence.
• When gusts spike, safety protocols can limit or pause terrace access.

Materials and Maintenance

• Corrosion-resistant steels and high-spec fasteners in exposed zones.
• Routine inspections and cleaning maintain transparency and safety.
• Sealants and gaskets are chosen for UV and temperature resilience.

Elevator Choreography

• High-speed elevators transition from the mall to skyline with immersive lighting and media.
• The reveal is timed to heighten anticipation and orientation.

Wayfinding and Experience Design

• Clear signage leads from The Shops to the lobby and terrace.
• Corners and stepped moments encourage circulation and unlock new vantage points.
• Indoors and outdoors are woven to modulate wind, noise, and tempo.

Fun Facts

• The triangular tip is a magnet for photos — expect brief waits at peak times.
• Glass-floor panels are engineered for significantly higher-than-typical pedestrian loads.
• Blue hour makes architectural lines pop against a deep cobalt sky.

Bottom Line

Edge is engineered spectacle — every component serves the feeling of walking out into the air.