Midtown Panorama: Fourth of July Vista
Here are some photos taken by a friend on the fourth. The vantage point is Weehawken, New Jersey, just across the Hudson River. Sometimes you have to escape Manhattan to truly appreciate the skyline, and…
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‘5Pointz’ Graffiti Mecca to be Razed for 1,000 New Apartments
Long Island City’s ‘5Pointz’ building has long been a haven for artists, and has served as New York’s best example of graffiti for many decades. All that is about to change, as the site is…
Construction Update: 250 West 55th, 1715 Broadway
Although it still depends on the amount of light, the facade of 250 West 55th is looking better and better as it nears completion. Ultimately the building is still a glass box, lacking in creativity…
Update: One57 Nears Completion
Although Extell has already had a topping-out ceremony for One57, the building is definitely not at its final height yet. Despite the report from The Observer, the sloping top of One57 is still not visible,…
One World Trade Center: Dominating the Downtown Skyline
Here’s a photo from the West Village of the new World Trade Center, which is almost at its final roof height. The most interesting aspect is that Four World Trade Center is clearly visible next…
