Seaport Studios – Now Open!
The idea is simple. Partner with WWD, gather a group of independent brands that represent the highest standards of contemporary style, and create unique programs that enliven the space. / Sponsored
In the News: Fake Superintendent Steals Painting
Plus: Inside filmmaker Casey Neistat's studio; provider of Tribeca apartment sued for harassment; renderings for new building at Varick and Broome.
Seen & Heard: New Restaurant on Murray Street
Plus: Ten Thousand Things jewelry store has opened; Joy Gryson spring warehouse sale; demolition at 24 Leonard; Falafellas in FiDi. / 1 comment
Loft Peeping: Fashion CEO & Artist
The young couple gave their designer a directive: “Nothing too bright, shiny, or fussy" about their three-bedroom Tribeca loft. The results were featured on MyDomaine. / 5 comments
“Crappy New Construction”
No sooner had I expressed admiration for several new Tribeca buildings than a reader who works in design and construction emailed an illustrated rant about two of them.... / 14 comments
Keep It Class-y at Crunch in Tribeca
Crunch believes in making exercise fun. Here's a sneak peek of some of the exciting classes you’ll find on Tribeca’s summer class schedule—as well as a free three-day guest pass. / Sponsored
In the News: FiDi’s Next Supertall Tower
Plus: Tribecan founder of men's shoe brand; chainsaw construction accident; man run over by subway; Downtown Connection funding; a tale of two roommates.
Seen & Heard: The Gayest Street in Tribeca
Thanks to Artists Space and William Ivey Long. Plus: A more subtle way to make the illegal turn from White to W. Broadway; two advertising shoots today; 2 Renwick's fizzle at the top; Muse Paintbar; Mate Gallery.
Double Demolition on Park Row
Where the three- and six-story buildings stand now, we'll likely end up with something much bigger. / 2 comments
New Kid on the Block: Gunbae
On the ground floor is a Korean barbecue restaurant where you'll even be able to grill burgers; downstairs are four private karaoke lounges with 21,000 songs to choose from. / 2 comments
Newsletter: June 15
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Seen & Heard: North End Grill’s Outdoor Bar
Plus: Opening forecast for the BMCC pool; new kosher deli; Gelsey Kirkland's ballet school moving to DUMBO; Collect Pond Park update; custom T-shirts.
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No other city has a law as dumb as Local Law 11 that mandates frequent scaffolding of every building. — Thomas Hagen / City tests out new sidewalk sheds on Chambers & Broadway
Why does it seem no other city in the world (including the aging cities of Europe) have this proliferation of... — Marcus / City tests out new sidewalk sheds on Chambers & Broadway
Hell yeah. — malcolm / City’s first meeting on Independence Plaza tower is Thursday
Elizabeth -- Thanks for clicking through and reading my brief. I'm sure you mean well. But sorry, not every opinion... — Komanoff / City’s first meeting on Independence Plaza tower is Thursday
Gimme a break Both sell different foods except for beverages Different customers Different tastes To each his own — MH / Nosy Neighbor: Why is there another food truck in Bogardus Plaza?
Komanoff, I am not sure that your personal opinion would have changed Tricia's thesis based upon her familiarity with the... — Elizabeth / City’s first meeting on Independence Plaza tower is Thursday
@Tricia Joyce: You spoke a bit too soon. I too testified, somewhat after you and many others. I spoke in... — Komanoff / City’s first meeting on Independence Plaza tower is Thursday