Internationally acclaimed sculptor Anish Kapoor is parting ways with his striking Tribeca residence atop the iconic 56 Leonard Street tower. Listed for $17.75 million, the apartment blends architectural drama with refined minimalism, echoing the artist’s fascination with space, material, and the void. As with Kapoor’s own sculptures, the home invites contemplation, offering both scale and stillness high above the Manhattan skyline.
A Sculptor of Space and Silence
Kapoor rose to global prominence in the late 1980s and 1990s through his sculptural explorations of material and non-matter—works that seem to vanish into the earth, distort perspective, or open up to nothingness. His installations evoke the sublime and the immaterial, offering profound visual experiences that challenge spatial perception. His most iconic creation, Cloud Gate (better known as “The Bean”), has become one of Chicago’s most photographed landmarks.
It’s fitting, then, that at the base of 56 Leonard Street—Tribeca’s tallest residential tower—sits a polished steel sculpture by Kapoor himself. Like the building it anchors, the piece is both reflective and surreal, creating a dialogue between art and architecture.
Elevated Living, Inside and Out
Positioned on the 47th floor, Kapoor’s residence spans approximately 3,600 square feet, including four bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths. Soaring 12-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows open up sweeping views of downtown Manhattan and the Hudson River. The interiors marry elegance and functionality, with curated finishes that reflect a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and simplicity.
The primary suite features a walk-in dressing room and a luxurious travertine-clad bath with radiant heated floors. A private elevator landing, three outdoor terraces, a fireplace, and an open-concept chef’s kitchen complete this understated but spectacular residence.
The Tower That Reimagined Tribeca
Designed by Herzog & de Meuron, the architectural wizards behind Beijing’s Olympic Stadium and London’s Tate Modern, 56 Leonard is a landmark of modern living. Its dramatic, cantilevered form—likened to a tumbling stack of blocks—makes it instantly recognizable on the New York skyline.
The building’s amenities are as elevated as its design: a 75-foot lap pool, sun deck, fitness center, private screening room, residents’ lounge, children’s playroom, and private dining space, all curated for the discerning urban dweller.
A Collector of Homes, and Ideas
Kapoor acquired the apartment in 2016 for approximately $14 million, and its listing marks yet another significant chapter in the artist’s global real estate story. He previously listed one of central London’s largest private residences for $26 million, and more recently purchased an 18th-century Venetian palazzo intended to serve as an exhibition space.
Whether creating immersive installations or collecting culturally significant properties, Kapoor moves with intent—and this Tribeca home is no exception.
Writen By: Lydia Kelly
Published: 29th July 2025