Roots EarthNew York City, United States
Vessel
A 150-foot honeycomb of copper-colored staircases at Hudson Yards, designed by Thomas Heatherwick and opened in 2019. Its 154 interconnecting flights and 2,500 steps climb 16 stories of interlocking landings inspired by Indian stepwells.
What the app adds
Roots Earth has a longer story for Vessel, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.
Location
Coordinates: 40.7538, -74.0022