Beckford Tower

Welcome to the Beckford Tower

“A building is the story of the people who inhabit it. The role of the architect is simply to give them the space in which to live that story out.”
_{William Sofield}

In a city that pulses with activity, there has always been something more relaxed about life on the Upper East Side. On these beautiful, tree-lined streets, history and culture coexist in perfect harmony with the buzz of the modern world. There’s a true sense of place here, a real sense of community. That is precisely what inspired us to create Beckford House & Tower.

Working with world-renowned designers Studio Sofield, we’ve created two gracious residential buildings — we like to think of them as sisters or kindred spirits — that not only reflect the unique character of this storied location but consciously seek to enhance it. With his design, William Sofield brings historical influences and contemporary sensibilities to both buildings: the larger of the two, Beckford Tower, rises 31 stories in elegant hand-laid limestone and brick; the more intimate building at Beckford House takes its proportional cues from the city’s art deco residential icons. Residents of both buildings will enjoy a comprehensive program of amenities and a design ethos that embraces natural tones and textures.

Building Amenities

• 24-hour attended lobby with concierge, formal sitting room and library
•  65-foot swimming pool showcasing a glass ceiling with custom metal detailing, glass mosaic mural, Quaker Gray stone walls, honed Daltile and Walker Zanger tile flooring and base, and elegant potted palm plants
• 2,825 square-foot fitness center featuring Yoga and training studios, state-of-the-art fitness equipment, and lattice paneled ceiling
• Piano bar and lounge featuring a grand piano, antique mirror and hand-rubbed lacquer painted walls and ceiling, custom furnishings, and banquette seating
• Expansive fitness and wellness level complete with hot tub, men’s and women’s locker rooms, dedicated steam rooms, and multiple seating areas for relaxation
• Double-height basketball half-court with antique scoreboard and leather wall panels
• Children’s playroom designed by the award-winning firm, Roto
• Multi-purpose game room with large-screen television and gaming center featuring pop-a-shot, ping-pong and foosball tables, and pool table
• Party room with catering kitchen, dining area, and multiple seating areas for entertaining
• Laundry room with commercial grade extra-large capacity washers and vented gas dryers
• Dedicated service entrance for move-ins and deliveries
• Private storage available for purchase
• Bicycle storage
• Cold storage

Beckford House & Tower is a distillation of all that makes the Upper East Side such a desirable place to live. Confident and sophisticated, these sister buildings engage in a fresh dialogue with the neighborhood, one rich in detail and substance.