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August 12, 2014

Daily Link Fix: The Super Sleek “Bike of the Future”; 140 Characters About Life in NYC

Where Can We Get Our Hands On This ‘Bike Of The Future’?: TEAGUE and SIZEMORE BICYCLE teamed up for the Oregon Manifest Bike Design Project competition and won with their ingenious design of the ‘Denny’ bike. Huff Post reports that its sleek design, handlebar slash bike lock and automatic gears are making cyclists beg for bike to go […]

August 8, 2014

Daily Link Fix: Plans for Phase 2 of the Second Ave Subway; A Zero Energy Clay Refrigerator

Avoid Sketchy Areas with This New App: You know that weird vibe you get when walking down a shady street? Now there’s to help you navigate those mixed emotions! Crains reports that SketchFactor, launched yesterday for iPhones, uses crowdsourced tips to warn users of areas that are less-than-desirable. How Rooftops Went from Servant Quarters to a […]

August 7, 2014

Daily Link Fix: Map of the Languages Spoken in the City; The History of the Billboard Next to Macy’s

A Map That Shows The Languages Spoken In NYC, Excluding Spanish: Unsurprisingly, the languages spoken in the city are just as diverse as the people. Take a look at Business Insider’s alternative map that shows the most common languages spoken, besides Spanish. The Secret Behind The Billboard Next To Macy’s: Maybe you avoid Herald Square […]

July 31, 2014

A Suburban Enclave in Manhattan: Peeking Into Battery Park City

As New Yorkers, we learn to be resourceful. We can turn a tiny patch of grass into a full-on park, double the space of our 400-square-foot apartment with lofted rooms and suspended shelving, and get all of our reading in on the commute to work. But for some, this sacrificial lifestyle becomes too much, and daydreams of suburbia set in. Not ready to pack your bags for Jersey or Westchester just yet? Look to Battery Park City, a suburban-like enclave that's just a five-minute walk from Wall Street. The 92-acre planned residential community is the largest "green" neighborhood in the world, with more than one third of its total acreage covered in parks and gardens. Additionally, the area boasts spectacular waterfront views, large apartments, slightly more affordable prices than its Financial District neighbors, and an impressive collection of public art.
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July 25, 2014

Daily Link Fix: Google Maps for Liberty and Ellis Islands; Lyft Launches Tonight

A New Look at Liberty Island: On Wednesday, the New York Times followed a Google team as they documented the island with their 40-pound Google Trekker. You can see fun photos of the jaunt on their site. A Bronx Renaissance: Untapped Cities highlights the five most important projects in the pipeline for NYC’s northernmost borough. Celebs Love the Lowline: James Ramsey […]

July 23, 2014

Your Daily Link Fix: Why Are Fairy Doors Magically Appearing in the City?; A Traveling Circus of… Architects?

Fairy Doors Are Magically Appearing in the City: If you’re hesitant to purchase one of NYC’s multi-million dollar offerings, perhaps you’d like one of these smaller dwellings. Kidding. Untapped Cities gets to the bottom of the fairy doors that have been popping up all over city. A Box That Can Hold All Your Netflix: Binge viewers […]

July 17, 2014

Your Daily Link Fix: Downtown Manhattan’s Mini Beach Is Here; 2nd Ave Subway Line: Can’t Live With It, Can’t Live Without It

Downtown Manhattan’s Mini Beach: The wifi rigged beach in Downtown Manhattan is here and Bedford and Bowery is already posting from it. Send Texts Without Service: Engadget gives us the scoop on a new device that will keep you from being stranded without cell service. Stylish Lemonade Stands: This one’s for the kiddies. It’s a […]

July 16, 2014

Your Daily Link Fix: Summer Retreats for Architects; Is Hurricane Sandy to Blame for New Jersey Boardwalk Fire?

“Brooklyn Girls” Video a Guaranteed Hit: Brooklyn Mag has singer-songwriter Catey Shaw’s newly released video that is like a Brooklyn version of Katy Perry’s “California Girls”, and it’s pretty catchy. Summer Retreats for Architects: Architizer spotlights the top 10 summer retreats for architects, and once you’ve gotten excited about that, check out their article on […]

July 15, 2014

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Want to keep up on all things NYC real estate, design and architecture? Would you like to share some of our fun, beautiful and fascinating stories with your social circle? Give your Facebook feed a little more oomph by liking 6sqft. You’ll get our top stories delivered right to your Facebook front page! Like us here >> […]

July 14, 2014

Your Daily Link Fix: Shake Shack’s Well-Crafted Furniture; Amazing Modern Kitchen Cabinets

Shake Shack’s Well-Crafted Furniture: It looks like Shake Shack not only has great taste in food, but they also have great taste in furniture. PSFK spotlights the Mark Jupiter-designed furniture in the chain’s new Brooklyn show. Astronomers Invent New Telescope: Gizmodo tell us how some Yale astronomers put together eight telephoto lenses… and ended up discovering […]

July 11, 2014

Your Daily Link Fix: Happy Birthday Erno Rubik; Have You Seen This Spider?

Cross-Laminated Timber Could Be Construction’s New “It” Material: Treehugger details all of CLT’s attributes. Park Slope Neighbors Annoyed With De Blasio’s Junk: NY Mag hilariously details how Mayor Bill De Blasio’s neighbors begrudgingly shopped at the moving family’s “free” pile despite the slim pickings. Happy Birthday Rubik’s Cube: It’s Erno Rubik’s birthday weekend and the Wall Street […]

July 10, 2014

Your Daily Link Fix: Dubai Recreates NYC in Mall of the World; Pier 2 Roller Rink Opens Tomorrow

Dubai Recreates NYC in Mall of the World: Dubai developers are creating a 48-million-square-foot, temp-controlled mall and it has a New York cultural district. ArchDaily takes us through the insane mini city. From Fashion and Finance to Dumplings: Bedford and Bowery spotlights two sisters who left lucrative careers to open a restaurant serving dumplings made […]