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Loft Peeping: Ailin Doman
Apartment Therapy featured the 600-square-foot studio of Ailin Doman. (Do I need to get the smelling salts for you megaloft dwellers?)
Ivy’s Bistro Is Not Closing
Which means that Matt Abramcyk's Maritime oyster bar isn't happening, at least not in that space. / 8 comments
Seen & Heard: River to River Festival
This year's schedule. Plus: Updates on two new wine bars; Fulton Stall Market; free nail art; award for Paul Liebrandt documentary. / 3 comments
In the News: Demi Monde Update
Plus: Danny Meyer among the bidders to run the 1WTC observation deck; new real-estate broker office; oyster discussion.
New Buildings, Old Tricks
If your new-construction condo is similar to many others out there, says attorney Daniel Gershburg, you'll likely be asked to pay New York City and New York State transfer taxes, as well as the sponsor's lawyer fees. Get ready to negotiate.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is May 13—that’s this Sunday. If she says that all she wants is breakfast in bed, she might be telling the truth. But why risk it? / Sponsored
Seen & Heard: Bogardus Plaza Work Begins
Plus: Real estate broker Ryan Serhant moves in; Woodrow's delivers; Just Scandinavian sale; the buying power of the 99%; sign of the week. / 8 comments
In the News: P.S. 234 Waitlist Over
Plus: Façade easements; what's replacing the Yankee Clipper; Potbelly menu addition; another Yushi in FiDi; JCPenney in Soho.
New Kid on the Block: Harry’s Italian
It says something about Harry and Peter Poulakakos's confidence that they feel comfortable opening a 100-seat restaurant—in this case, Harry's Italian in Goldman Alley—with no friends-and-family warm-up. / 1 comment
The Hotel Boom
Below Canal Street, nearly thirty hotels have opened in recent years, are currently under construction, are about to begin construction, or are on hold and could restart at any time. I made a map to show where they are. / 6 comments
Newsletter: May 7
TCQ&A: Walt Chefitz • Nosy Neighbor: Tribeca Picture Books • Photo Safari • Bogardus Plaza Upgrade • Pier 25 Ships • Tribeca Family Festival • More
Seen & Heard: New Amsterdam Market
Pushing to make it permanent. Plus: A caution-tape fan; update on new Peck Slip restaurant; Kanye West; more Karolina Kurkova.