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Explore The Iconic Trump Tower In New York City

The Trump Tower is an icon associated with world trade and has taken on a symbolic status in New York City. Trump Tower stands at 664 feet tall, making Trump Tower New York’s 64th-tallest building, consisting of 58 stories, and is renowned for its unique 15-foot ceilings. The skyscraper was one of the first buildings of its kind to be built with a concrete pre-cast structure. Located in the heart of Manhattan on 721-725 Fifth Avenue, is the Trump Organization's official headquarters situated on the 25th and 26th floors.

In 1976, the Trump Organization signed a 100-year lease in the building that silicify the Trump brand as home to New York. Trump Tower officially opened in February 1983. Reviews of the Trump Tower at its inception by the architectural fraternity were well-received. A 1982 review of Trump Tower by Paul Goldberg considered the structure a positive addition to the cityscape.

The History Behind Trump Tower

The site of 721-725 Fifth Avenue was previously the flagship store of the former department store Bonwit Teller. In 1979, the chain of department stores was facing bankruptcy. Donald Trump captured the opportunity to acquire the site. The following year, the site was demolished and construction of Trump Tower commenced.

The building was considered unique for the era due to its mixed use as a residential building consisting of condominiums and the lease of high-end retail spaces. Residential condominiums situated at Trump Tower sold out within the first quarter of the building's opening. Trump Tower saw the likes of Steven Spielberg, Johnny Carson, and other celebrities gain ownership of the residential section of the establishment.

A Tour Inside Trump Tower

a Premier Film Location with Luxurious Amenities

Trump Tower has become a picture not only of New York but also of film and entertainment. The original Grand Theft Auto Video game featured the Trump Tower depicted on the cover upon its release in 1997 and is featured in later versions of the game series. Films such as The Other Guys and Self/Less have featured Trump Tower as a filming location. The most notable high-profile TV series to feature at Trump Tower was the classic NBC series Celebrity Apprentice, where Donald Trump himself hosted the program.

Trump Tower is home to several Trump-branded restaurants, including Trump Café, Trump Ice Cream Parlor, Trump Grill, and, more recently, 45 Wine & Whiskey Bar. The building has 13 stories of office spaces located between floors 14 and 26. Residential condos are located between floors 30 and 68, containing a total of 268 condominiums, comprising the residential sector of Trump Tower. Major fashion brand Gucci holds its flagship store at Trump Tower and is the largest commercial occupier in the building.