303 East 57th Street (The Excelsior): New York, NY

Project in Details
303 East 57th Street, known as The Excelsior, is a landmark residential tower in Manhattan’s prestigious Upper East Side neighborhood. Rising over 45 stories with more than 370 residences, the building—originally designed by Philip Birnbaum—has been thoughtfully modernized to meet the highest standards of contemporary luxury living.
P.K. Development Group, Inc. (PKDG) completed a full gut renovation of a two-bedroom residence, transforming it into a modern masterpiece. The home now features an Italian kitchen with top-tier appliances, marble floors, and magazine-ready bathrooms, combining elegance, functionality, and timeless design.
The renovation carefully preserves the tower’s mid-century modern character while enhancing comfort and flow. With iconic views of the East River, Central Park, and the Midtown skyline, reaffirming The Excelsior as an Upper East Side landmark and a symbol of elevated city living.
- Legacy Scale: 45+ story residential tower with 370+ cooperative residences.
- Open floor Concept: 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence.
- Modern Interior: Renovated luxurious condo unit with Italian kitchen, gorgeous bathrooms, and oversized windows.
- Urban Integration: Panoramic views of East River, Central Park, and Midtown skyline.
- Lifestyle Amenities: Full-service building with gym, indoor pool, rooftop terrace, valet, and 24/7 concierge.
- Structural Excellence: High-rise construction with reinforced façade and ongoing modernization cycles.
Incredible Result
303 East 57th Street stands as one of Manhattan’s most distinguished cooperative towers, seamlessly blending its mid-century architectural heritage with contemporary luxury upgrades. Through strategic modernization and high-end renovations, PKDG has enhanced the building’s long-term durability, comfort, and overall value. The Excelsior remains an iconic Upper East Side residence, celebrated for its scale, timeless design, and exceptional service.
As a full-service building featuring concierge, pool, fitness center, rooftop terrace, valet, and on-site amenities, it offers an unmatched lifestyle of convenience and exclusivity. PKDG’s renovation of a signature residential unit transformed it into one of the building’s most luxurious apartments—elevating not only the value of the individual unit but also enhancing the prestige and market perception of the entire tower.