Phil Hirschkorn at CNN:
“The Freedom Tower,” will retain the height of the earlier design — at 1,776 feet, symbolizing the year the United States declared its independence.
But it will also include reminders of the twin towers it will replace.
The roof above the public observation deck will be at 1,362 feet, the height of old South Tower, while a glass wall will rise 1,368 feet, the height of the old North Tower.
“In subtle but important ways this building recalls what we lost,” said architect David Childs.
The building will bear a spire that will emit light at night to echo the Statue of Liberty’s torch.
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