Floor Plans: The Woolworth Building Penthouse
It's probably not all that practical, but who cares? / 4 comments
Nosy Neighbor: Are These New Trees Dying?
"Great to see a new 'avenue of trees' planted outside BMCC on West Street. After they were planted last week, however, it seems they are not being sufficiently watered and they appear to be dying already!" —J. / 2 comments
Seen & Heard: Checking in on Le District
A.k.a. the "French Eataly." Plus: Nike Court sign-ups; what's coming to the Jerry's Café space?; beach tennis tournament; Floating Library at the Lilac; Gregory's Coffee opening on Hudson; 354 Broadway roof construction; Franklin Street topper.
Newsletter: Aug. 21
The Originals of Independence Plaza North • The Beekman Hotel Restaurants • Kutsher's Hiatus • Nike Tennis Court • Añejo Opening • Northwest Tribeca Developments • Camera Obscura • New Non-Profit • More
In the News: Italian Day Spa on Governors Island
Plus: Laight Street loft listed at twice what it sold for in 2011; Franklin Place has topped out; Toynbee street art tiles. / 1 comment
Seen & Heard: New Non-Profit on Laight
Plus: How 30 Park Place will tower over its neighbors; aerial view of new WTC park; Dine Around Downtown event; the expanded Murray's Cheese Shop; Broadway demolition to start next year; Peter Hujar's photo of Independence Plaza North. / 7 comments
Reade Street Prep Open House, August 26th: Preschool & Preschool Prep
Children love to learn—especially young children. At Reade Street Prep, our balanced approach teaches developing minds the academic and social skills they need today to become leaders tomorrow. / Sponsored
Kutsher’s Has Gone “on Vacation”
There are said to be renovations. Could it be closing? Or could another plan be in the works? / 5 comments
In the News: Another New FiDi Gym
Plus: World Trade Center PATH station's grand staircase; WTC retail floor plan; Trinity Church's kids' choir is holding auditions; knife assault in the Seaport; Battery Park City Authority resumes donations.
Nike’s Temporary Tennis Court
The temporary tennis court at Canal and Varick is a Nike promotion to introduce its Nike Court clothing line—timed to the U.S. Open, but likely with nothing else to do with the tournament. / 1 comment
Seen & Heard: Camera Obscura on Chambers
Plus: Corner Gourmet's upgrade; Fulton Center logo; Zara on Broadway; World Trade Center Transportation Hub in profile; Maxwell's awning; Nicky's changes its name; 19 Park Place sales office; Ryan McGinniss art signage. / 3 comments
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Apparently Chip City shuttered all 20+ of its retail locations this week. — James Bogardus / Cookies coming to 325 Greenwich
Even though the location was busy, the setup isn’t aligned with the renewed architectural focus of the brand. There is... — Matt / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
Spas……we need more nail spas. — Francesco / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
You are absolutely right. Tribeca has become a soulless land of chain cafés, spas and orthodontists. All about Tribeca moms... — R. / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
Looking at other people = fun. Being looked at = not so fun. This is (still) a gross invasion of... — Downtown Dad Again / Giving new meaning to nosy neighbor
The photograph begs the question: when is that scaffolding coming down? Seems a very very long time that it has... — George Bacon / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
ITS BACK BETTER THAN EVER! BEST LOCAL PLACE FOR A DRINK AND GOOD FOOD!!! CANT WAIT FOR LUNCH!!! — AA / North Bar is closing for the summer — and will reopen as something new