

Designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, The Solaire, Manhattan's renowned waterfront residence, holds the distinction of being one of America’s first green high-rise residential buildings. Located in the heart of Battery Park City, The Solaire is enveloped by acres of green space. The acclaimed design firm, COOKFOX Architects, has artfully reimagined a collection of residences and amenities in line with contemporary sensibilities and an ongoing commitment to sustainability. The Solaire has emerged as one of New York's most enviable addresses and will continue to perform to the highest building standards.
A thoughtfully-designed lobby welcomes residents into a sophisticated, tranquil environment brimming with natural light. The grand entrance on River Terrace enjoys a two-story ceiling height that creates a cheerful sense of openness, and bridges views from the Hudson River to Teardrop Park. Large windows, nautically-inspired materials, and attractive and comfortable furnishings create a perfect transition between city life and luxury green living on the waterfront.
Lobby loungeDedicated to integrated, environmentally-responsive design, COOKFOX pursues architecture that restores, regenerates, and elevates the human condition in an urban setting. The original design and the latest enhancements to the interiors were guided by the belief that healthy environments are physically, visually, and psychologically connected to nature. COOKFOX’s designs redefine how people interact with buildings and the natural environment.
A comprehensive and new amenity program offers a balanced lifestyle at The Solaire. Each space is thoughtfully designed to maximize comfort, health, and well-being.
Sweeping outdoor greenery and restorative fitness facilities provide spaces for residents to unwind and meaningfully engage with the building and its surroundings. The amenity dining room and lounge provide the perfect environments for entertaining and gathering, while the game room and playroom foster community and spontaneity. An inspiring collection of children’s books and toys cultivates creativity and the love of nature.
An urban oasis suspended high above the city, the naturally-landscaped rooftop garden provides sweeping panoramic views of the Hudson River and the Statue of Liberty. It is an ideal place to enjoy the golden hour, immersed in a lush garden, and with sailboats in the background.
A verdant park in the sky, suspended high above the city, the sheer simplicity of the renewed rooftop garden provides sweeping cinematic views of the Hudson River and the Statue of Liberty.
Workout routines are anything but routine in the fitness center. State-of-the-art strength training and cardio equipment outfit the fitness center, while the adjacent training studio offers a more intimate space for conditioning and meditation.
State-of-the-art fitness center with Hudson River viewsOverlookingthelushgreeneryofTeardropPark, carefully-placedwindownooksintheresidents'lounge createprivatespacesforresidentstoenjoyspontaneous quietmoments.
Residents' loungeThe playroom is a creative space for younger residents of The Solaire to explore, learn, and connect. Designed for activities ranging from everyday play dates to birthday parties with neighborhood friends, the playroom features a large indoor playground where imaginations can run wild. A kitchenette and stroller parking add convenience and ease to every visit.
PlayroomThe Solaire is America’s first green residential high-rise and offers in-residence MERV-14 filtered and conditioned fresh air, filtered water, photovoltaic panels on the façade, planted roofs, a rainwater retention system, and a water reclamation system. In addition, The Solaire is now targeting WELL Building certification, further enhancing the commitment to sustainability and healthy living.
Freshair broughttoeachhomehas beencentrallyfilteredtoremove upwardsof95%ofparticulatesandair isthenfilteredagainonceinsidethe home.Exhaustsystemsinkitchensand bathroomshavebeencarefullycrafted toprovideconstantairflowexchange thatkeepsairfreshandclean.
Cleanairisperfectlyhumidifiedand dehumidifiedthroughouteachseason.
Thefour-pipefancoilheating andcoolingsystemprovides residentswithyear-roundheating andcooling.TheSolaire’ srooftop coolingtowerutilizesreclaimed andprocessedwaterwhichis t 34reatedbyanon-siteblackwater reusesystem.
Buildingmaterialsaresourced sustainablyandarelowinpotentially harmfulVOCs(volatileorganic compounds),whichcanleadto indoorairpollutionovertime.
Thelushrooftopbotanical andorganicherbgardensare sustainedbya10,000gallon rainwaterretentionsystem,which alsohelpsminimizewaterrunoff ontothesidewalksandstreets.
TheSolaire’sstormwaterreuse systemisusedtoirrigatethe amenityroofterraceandurban garden,theextensiverooftop gardenandthelocalparks.
WateratTheSolaireisfilteredthrough aseven-layermulti-mediafilter,including anactivatedcarbonlayer,whichfilters particlesdownto10microns.Vigilant waterconservationstrategiesallowThe Solairetoconsume50%lesspotablewater thanatraditionalbuildingofcomparable size.
TheSolairefeaturesawastewaterreuse systemthatprocesses25,000gallons of wateraday,whichisusedforwaterclosets andcoolingtowermakeup.TheSolaires ’ on-sitewastewatertreatmentfacilityisthe firstinthenationtobebuiltinside amulti-familyresidentialbuilding.
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Oversized,doublepanefloor-to-ceilingcasement windowswithLow-Ecoatingprovide33%more naturallightandreduceheatloss.Meticulously constructedandexceptionallysealedwindow wallseliminatedraftswhileprovidingexcellent noiseattenuation.
TheSolaire’ sWesternandsouthernfacadesare cladwithover3,400sq.ft.ofphotovoltaic(PV) panelsmadefrom100%recycledcontent.These panelsharnessthepowerofthesuntoproduce solarenergy,reducingTheSolaire'senergy requirements.
Energyefficientappliances,daylight dimmingfeaturesandprogrammable thermostats,workintandemtoreduce energyneedswhileyieldingoptimal functionandconvenience.
EveryhomeatTheSolaireenjoysa vastreductioninutilitycostsafforded bytheenergyefficientdesignsof lighting,appliances,windows, integratedmasterswitchtechnology, andthehighlyengineeredheating andcoolingsystems.
BatteryParkis92acresinsize, 36ofwhicharepreservedin landscapedpublicparks.The Solaire,sittingatthecenterof NYC'smostexpansiveandunique waterfrontgreenspaces,provides residentsararequalityoflife thatnootherneighborhoodin Manhattancan.
The planted green roof oxygenates the atmosphere while absorbing carbon dioxide and insulating the building to reduce the urban heat island effect.
Materials for the hardwood flooring, cabinetry and woodwork are sourced with special attention to sustainable forestry.
WhileLEEDGoldNCsetsthestandardforamoreenergyandresourceefficientgreenbuilding,theWELLBuildingStandardistheleadingglobal toolforadvancinghealthandwell-beingwithinurbancommunities. TheSolaire'scommitmenttopursuingWELLcertificationconfirms anongoingcommitmenttosustainabilityandenhancingthelifestylesof residentsthroughtheelementsofair,water,nourishment,light, movement,thermalcomfort,sound,materials,mindandcommunity.
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Grounded by centuries of history and its breathtaking proximity to the waterfront, Battery Park City is also a uniquely-green neighborhood, featuring 36 acres of parks — including Rockefeller and Teardrop Park. Restaurants, retail, and entertainment venues line the streets, and the expansiveBrookfieldPlace isjustashortdistanceaway NeighboringTribeca,BatteryPark andTheSeaportoffervibrant extensionstothecommunity.Easy parking,ferry,andsubwayaccess makeTheSolaireaperfectlaunchpad forcityliving.
Teardrop Park is an urban oasis of pristine landscapes, with direct access from The Solaire’s lobby.