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All 471 subway stations now have countdown clocks; First Rikers jail to close this summer

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January 3, 2018

All 471 subway stations now have countdown clocks; First Rikers jail to close this summer

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Did you know today is National Returns Day? UPS says it will handle a record 1.4 million returns on Wednesday alone. [WP] After 50 years of advocacy, Prospect Park is officially car-free. [Streetsblog] All 471 subway stations now have countdown clocks, 11 years after the MTA started the project. [NYDN] Permits have been filed with the […]

The biggest celebrity move-ins of 2017; Get free tickets to de Blasio’s inaugural ceremony

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December 28, 2017

The biggest celebrity move-ins of 2017; Get free tickets to de Blasio’s inaugural ceremony

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These celebs spent the most on NYC homes this year. [CityRealty] “How I Met Your Mother” actress Cobie Smulders drops the price of her Battery Park City penthouse. [NYP] Here are 25 Brooklyn New Year’s Eve parties to help you welcome 2018. [Brokelyn] If you’re willing to brave the cold at City Hall Plaza, you can […]

How to get rid of your Christmas tree; A walking guide for tourists

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December 27, 2017

How to get rid of your Christmas tree; A walking guide for tourists

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Here’s a guide to disposing or recycling your Christmas tree. [NYDN] “Parking Under the Mistletoe” is a photo series that showcases the holiday decorations of NYC’s parking garages. [CityLab] Meet some of the 1,500 short- and longer-term residents who live in the 92nd Street Y’s dorm-style housing. [NYT] Chelsea’s famous “hugging dog” and her owner lost […]

Nutella cafe coming to Greenwich Village; Record-breaking number of skyscrapers went up in 2017

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December 22, 2017

Nutella cafe coming to Greenwich Village; Record-breaking number of skyscrapers went up in 2017

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144 skyscrapers were completed in 2017, the most ever in a year. More than half were in China. [CityLab] To prove that 2017 wasn’t all bad, here’s a long list of reasons to love New York. [NY Mag] Hazelnut-cocoa fans rejoice: Nutella is opening a cafe and coffee bar next year on University Place. [TONY] Did you […]

Barney’s is fighting for its Madison Avenue flagship; No one wants to golf at Trump’s Bronx course

Barney’s via Wiki Commons (L); Trump Gold Links at Ferry Point (R)

December 21, 2017

Barney’s is fighting for its Madison Avenue flagship; No one wants to golf at Trump’s Bronx course

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Mayor de Blasio met with reporters from Gothamist and DNAinfo to discuss NYC journalism and the issues affecting the city. [Medium] If Barney’s landlord raises its $20,000/month rent it may have to relocate its flagship location. [NYP] Governor Cuomo vetoed a bill that would’ve given commuters a third free subway transfer. [NYDN] Rounds played at Trump’s […]

Win a pair of tickets to the New York Botanical Garden’s Bar Car Nights

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November 30, 2017

Win a pair of tickets to the New York Botanical Garden’s Bar Car Nights

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For the past 26 years, the New York Botanical Garden has been putting on their annual Holiday Train Show, set against a backdrop of 150 NYC landmarks, each re-created with bark, leaves, and other natural materials. In addition to classics like the Brooklyn Bridge and Statue of Liberty, this year's exhibition showcases new replicas of iconic Midtown skyscrapers, including the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, General Electric Building, and St. Bartholomew’s Church. And while this is certainly a magical treat for children, NYBG puts on something special for adults, too. The 21-and-over Bar Car Nights are after-dark viewings of the Train Show, complete with seasonal bars, the all-new Visitor Center Fire Pit, live dueling piano performances in the cafe, and illuminated Snow Globe Dancers that will guide your through the grounds. Sound like fun? The Garden is offering three lucky 6sqft readers a pair of tickets to these special evenings.
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LAST CHANCE! Win 2 tickets to the Municipal Art Society’s architectural tour of Gowanus
October 19, 2017

LAST CHANCE! Win 2 tickets to the Municipal Art Society’s architectural tour of Gowanus

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With cleanup efforts underway along the notoriously polluted Canal and a slew of new developments rising, Gowanus is undoubtedly one of the top neighborhoods to watch. But we can't talk about its future without also looking back at its history. On October 28th, the Municipal Art Society is hosting a walking tour of Gowanus led by architectural historian Matt Postal that will explore the area's past as an industrial shipping center and its transformation into a trendy, artistic enclave. Not only will the two-hour tour take you to the city's oldest concrete structure and oldest retractile bridge, but it'll make stops at the new residential and commercial spaces. Interested in attending for free? MAS is giving away two tickets to "Gowanus Grows in Brooklyn," but today is the last day to enter!
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New renderings of Skidmore, Owings and Merrill’s Hudson Square condo 570 Broome
September 24, 2017

New renderings of Skidmore, Owings and Merrill’s Hudson Square condo 570 Broome

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Joining in on Hudson Square’s residential rebirth is 570 Broome, a debonair new condo development to bring 54 one- to three-bedroom residences to the insatiable downtown market. Priced from $1.35M, the spreads are refined by the legendary firm of Skidmore Owings and Merrill and will offer open views of the surrounding neighborhood, with high-floor spreads showcasing panoramas of the Manhattan skyline […]

Foodies! Enter to win two VIP tickets to ‘Taste of the Village’ (worth $250)

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September 6, 2017

Foodies! Enter to win two VIP tickets to ‘Taste of the Village’ (worth $250)

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Animation © WooJin Chung for 6sqft Now in its 15th year, Taste of the Village returns next month with a delicious fundraiser for Washington Square Park. Hosted by the Washington Square Park Conservancy, more than 30 local purveyors will set up under the historic Arch, offering samples of their tasty food and drinks accompanied by performances by Park musicians. This […]

EVENT: Explore the art and architecture of the Second Avenue Subway with a 6sqft editor
September 5, 2017

EVENT: Explore the art and architecture of the Second Avenue Subway with a 6sqft editor

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As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Second Avenue Subway's long-awaited opening, it's the perfect time to step back and marvel at the $4 billion infrastructure project. Join 6sqft senior editor Dana Schulz for a tour with the Municipal Art Society about the history, art, and architecture of the Second Avenue Subway. Taking place on Saturday, September 16th, the two-hour event will explore why it took nearly 100 years for the train's wheels to get rolling, how it was designed, and what engineering feats set it apart. Guests will also view the impressive collection of public art from Chuck Close, Sarah Sze, Vik Muniz, and Jean Shin, learning about these contemporary artists and the significance of their work.
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May’s most popular 6sqft stories
June 3, 2017

May’s most popular 6sqft stories

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The Urban Lens: Travel back to the gritty Meatpacking District of the ’80s and ’90s After a bidding war, Diane Kruger unloads super-stylish East Village pad for $1.1M The history behind the iconic NYC Anthora coffee cups Landmarks approves plans to disassemble RKO Keith’s Flushing Theater’s historic interiors The Campbell Apartment: Grand Central Terminal’s historic […]

Interview: Developer Ben Shaoul on 196 Orchard Street, his Lower East Side condo rising next to Katz’s
May 5, 2017

Interview: Developer Ben Shaoul on 196 Orchard Street, his Lower East Side condo rising next to Katz’s

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Ben Shaoul founded Magnum Real Estate Group in 1999, focused on renovating small, rundown rental apartments. After growing its portfolio extensively over the past five years to includeretail properties, condos, and even a dormitory, the firm is now one of the city’s leading ground-up development companies. Their impressive portfolio includes 389 East 89th Street on the Upper […]

EVENT: Two food-centric tours explore the history and culture of the East Village
May 3, 2017

EVENT: Two food-centric tours explore the history and culture of the East Village

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When we point the finger at gentrifying neighborhoods, the East Village often gets a lot of heat thanks to its quickly climbing rents, shift from a more diverse population (today, roughly 40 percent of the ‘hood is between the ages of 20 and 34), and loss of small businesses. And though this final fact is certainly true, especially as it pertains to eateries (just this past year we said goodbye to Angelica Kitchen, The Redhead, and Lanza's), the East Vill still has a wealth of independent restaurants that pay homage to its rich immigrant history as well as a crop of new establishments that are sensitive to the community and represent the new wave of foodie culture.  This weekend, two events will explore the past and future of the East Village through its food establishments--a walking tour led by 6sqft's Senior Editor Dana Schulz for GVSHP will take you through the Italian, Ukrainian/Eastern European, and Indian history and A Taste of 7th Street will offer a self-guided chance to taste samplings from 10 local favorites.
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Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff
April 15, 2017

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff

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Hyperloop One plan would take travelers from NYC to D.C. in 20 minutes Why is New York City called the Big Apple? ‘Human Castell’ tower proposal turns the traditional skyscraper inside out ‘How I Met Your Mother’ actress Cobie Smulders lists Battery Park City condo for $4M There’s plenty of charm packed into this 330-square-foot […]

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff
April 8, 2017

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff

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REVEALED: Inside the model residences of Zaha Hadid’s 520 West 28th Street First look at the iconic Hotel Chelsea’s glamorous interior renovation Massive high-rise complex with 900 apartments, retail, offices and schools coming to Downtown Brooklyn Sale of $79.5M Upper East Side mansion sets new record for Manhattan’s most expensive townhouse 11 New York-based firms […]

March’s 10 most-read stories and this week’s features
April 2, 2017

March’s 10 most-read stories and this week’s features

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March’s 10 Most-Read Stories New rendering for the Sheepshead Bay condo that’s the tallest residential building in South Brooklyn The 10 best plants for apartment dwellers Exciting new details emerge for the TWA Terminal hotel Oiio’s ‘Big Bend’ proposal for Billionaires’ Row would be the world’s longest building The Urban Lens: Inside McSorley’s Old Ale […]

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff
March 18, 2017

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff

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Rare East Coast Eichler home asking $490K shows off its unique modern design with new interior photos Marvelously mod prefab guest house was built in just two days time St. Patrick’s Cathedral’s new geothermal plant is up and running ‘Barefoot Contessa’ Ina Garten asks $2M for Parisian-style Upper East Side pied-a-terre Huge Whole Foods coming […]

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff
March 11, 2017

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff

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New rendering for the Sheepshead Bay condo that’s the tallest residential building in South Brooklyn Lottery opens for historic brownstone-replacing apartments in Harlem, from $659/month Hidden underground tunnel will take you from Rockefeller Center to Times Square Herzog & de Meuron will turn Gowanus’ graffiti-covered ‘Batcave’ into an art production factory This striking $3.9M duplex […]

February’s 10 most-read stories and this week’s features
March 4, 2017

February’s 10 most-read stories and this week’s features

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February’s 10 Most-Read Stories NYC’s top 10 wealthiest ZIP codes will surprise you ‘The Daily Show’ host Trevor Noah buys a $10M Stella Tower penthouse VIDEO: How a man lives and works in a 78-square-foot Hell’s Kitchen ‘studio’ Hamptons home prices sag as luxury buyers head to hipper Hudson Valley New Stuyvesant Town lottery opens […]

How to decorate an apartment with floor-to-ceiling windows, tips from a pro
February 21, 2017

How to decorate an apartment with floor-to-ceiling windows, tips from a pro

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The all-glass building. It’s an architectural staple. But admiring their beauty from afar (or the street) and living inside their glass confines are two very different things. Glass walls can be modern and sleek, but they can also be cold. They make arranging furniture a challenge as well as achieving a more traditional or eclectic design. […]

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff
February 11, 2017

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff

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Concert pianist Inon Barnatan looks to unload his Harlem loft for $2.25 million NYC’s top 10 wealthiest ZIP codes will surprise you VIDEO: How a man lives and works in a 78-square-foot Hell’s Kitchen ‘studio’ Vince Clarke’s gorgeous Park Slope townhouse asks $6M after Roman and Williams haute-goth makeover A High Line-esque bridge and park […]

Interview: Daniel Kohs of SYNTHESIS on designing a brand-new Carnegie Hill mansion
February 4, 2017

Interview: Daniel Kohs of SYNTHESIS on designing a brand-new Carnegie Hill mansion

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Developer and architect Daniel Kohs isn’t one of New York’s heavyweight developers. He’s not one to pursue glossy, big-ticket skyscrapers containing thousands of square feet of ubiquitous space. It’s not that there’s anything wrong with that, it’s just that there’s a lot to be gained from “transformation.” Best yet, preserving the integrity and culture of […]

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff
February 4, 2017

Weekly highlights: Top picks from the 6sqft staff

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Karim Rashid’s East Harlem HAP Five gets its bright pink trim The mysterious origins of the famous New York Egg Cream In just a month, Second Avenue Subway eases congestion on the Lexington Avenue line by 11 percent Hidden tunnel connecting New Yorker Hotel to Penn Station unearthed Lendlease-Turner selected as design-build team for $1.5B […]

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