"Skyscraper vs. Scenic View: New York's Latest Luxury Tower Sparks Outrage. A new 860-foot luxury apartment building has risen in Manhattan, casting a long shadow over one of the city's most beloved and iconic vistas. Dubbed a 'pencil' by architecture critics, the sleek skyscraper has sparked heated debate among New Yorkers, with many calling it an 'abomination' for obstructing the view of the Hudson River and New Jersey Palisades. As the city continues to grow and evolve, the question remains: can progress and preservation coexist in the concrete jungle of New York?"


New York’s latest super-tall skyscraper is blocking one of the city’s most iconic views: ‘An abomination’ - An 860-foot luxury apartment building is the latest ‘pencil’ to be added to New York City’s ...