Many new buildings talk a big game about the jaw-dropping views and luxurious amenities to be enjoyed on their roof decks, but the roofs themselves tend to be aesthetically uninspired and a mish-mash of mechanical units and a cacophony of thoughtless enclosures. There is something to be said for ...
Since 2010, the idea of a floating, self-filtering pool for the East River has been on the drawing board. But in a joint announcement earlier this week, Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams announced that the futuristic +POOL will open off Pier 35 on the Lower East Side this summer, pending successful...
Today is Valentine’s Day, but some have already enjoyed celebrations: In the years since Parks and Recreation’s finale aired, the Emmy-nominated show’s legacy lives on through Galentine’s Day, a celebration of friendship on February 13 that has been embraced enthusiastically off the air. Sometime...
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Outside New York City, if you're buying a home, you'll almost certainly undergo a home inspection prior to closing the deal. In New York City, unless you're buying a townhouse or any other type of single-family home, duplex, or triplex, home inspections are often skipped. Still, this doesn't mean...
When you live in close quarters, being a good neighbor is essential, but what exactly does that mean? This article drills down on the unspoken rules of being a good neighbor when you live in North America's most densely populated city at a time when more of us are working, exercising, and doing m...
There is little question that a design by an award-winning architect can draw attention to a New York City building, and buyers appreciate how good interior design can make sleek Modernist spaces appear cozier and homier. But the New York City market is crowded with celebrity architect-designed b...
For as long as we can remember, fashion and architecture have been intricately woven together. Consider the delicate ornamentation of the Mughals' Taj Mahal echoing the richness of their luxurious textiles or the bold lines of Art Deco skyscrapers inspired by the glamour of flapper dresses. Fast ...
In a city where square footage is basically a currency of its own, buyers pay a premium for every extra inch. Those in smaller spaces have mastered the art of creative storage (hello, under-bed everything), but sometimes you just need more room. Enter the Junior 4 (or JR4): a one-bedroom apartmen...
Over the past few years, Manhattan’s Upper East Side has welcomed new residential development that has surpassed previous heights and offered contemporary takes on classic architecture. However, it has also seen smaller boutique buildings as well as massive multi-family projects. A case in point ...
In New York City, the penthouse is often considered the pinnacle of luxury living. These coveted residences typically offer soaring ceilings, expansive private terraces, breathtaking views, and the most lavish layouts in the buildings they crown. They also come with a certain prestige—who wouldn’...
New York’s co-op boards are legendary for the amount of financial records and personal information they require of potential buyers; an application can feel more invasive than a dental exam. If your application cuts it, you will have to face the dreaded co-op board interview.
This applies to all...
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