Lights over Manhattan

At 262 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan is both backdrop to and part of the home. Designed by Meganom, with interiors by Norm Architects and lighting by Flos, the skyscraper offers a different perspective on city living, where expansive views meet the familiar rituals of everyday life.

With the city visible from almost every angle, the lighting is designed to complement rather than compete with the view. Integrated into the ceilings, Flos Light Shadow provides precise, discreet illumination throughout the residence. By night, the interiors take on a different character as the lights of Manhattan become part of the scene.

In the living room, different generations of Flos design come together. Arco's sweeping profile and Chiara's folded metal form reflect the experimental spirit of 1960s Italian design, while Gustave and Last Order introduce a different scale and sensibility through their compact, portable forms.

“We wanted to create a gallery-quality environment within the apartments, where light becomes part of the architecture.”

— Bogdan Peric, Chief Architect, 5Points Development Group

Different forms of suspended light give each space its own identity. In the kitchen, Luce Cilindrica draws a slender line of light across the central island, while Achille Castiglioni's Taraxacum 88 offers a striking contrast with its constellation of exposed bulbs in the dining area. In the stairwell, Noctambule's transparent glass cylinders form a luminous vertical composition.

“Flos is a key partner in the project, illuminating 262 Fifth from the interiors to the roof, where the golden crown Oculus becomes a distinctive element in the New York skyline.”

— Bogdan Peric, Chief Architect, 5Points Development Group

At the crown of 262 Fifth Avenue, Spine takes lighting beyond the interiors. Small fixtures illuminate the monumental architectural opening, drawing attention to its scale and distinctive surfaces after dark. High above Manhattan, the illuminated structure adds a new feature to the city skyline