Tom Brady’s former Flatiron condo is back on the market for $13.7M

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February 9, 2021

Tom Brady’s former Flatiron condo is back on the market for $13.7M

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As much as he racks up Super Bowl appearances, Tom Brady seems to buy and sell real estate. And one of his former NYC homes has just returned to the market, asking $13,700,000. The apartment is located at the glassy One Madison condo, located on the south side of Madison Square Park in Flatiron. The Buccaneers quarterback and his wife, supermodel Gisele Bündchen, bought the 48th-floor unit for $11.7 million in 2014. But after putting it on the market for $17.25 million in 2016, they were forced to drop the price for it to finally sell in 2018 for just about $13.9 million.
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‘Arts Revival’ program to include 300+ outdoor pop-up performances and events around New York

Photo of The Shed by Ajay Suresh on Flickr

February 8, 2021

‘Arts Revival’ program to include 300+ outdoor pop-up performances and events around New York

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Starting this month, more than 300 outdoor pop-up events and performances will take place across New York, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Monday. "NY PopsUp" kicks off on February 20 at the Javits Center with a special performance dedicated to healthcare workers and runs over the course of 100 days. The effort is part of the governor's "Arts Revival" initiative aimed at bringing back art and culture to the state and as part of its recovery from the coronavirus.
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New Yorkers with underlying health conditions eligible for COVID vaccine as of February 15

Photo from the opening of COVID-19 Vaccination Site at St. Luke’s Church in the Bronx, via Governor Cuomo’s office/Flickr

February 8, 2021

New Yorkers with underlying health conditions eligible for COVID vaccine as of February 15

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Governor Cuomo announced on Friday, that beginning Monday, February 15th, New Yorkers of any age 16+ with certain comorbidities and underlying health conditions will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccination. This includes conditions such as moderate to severe asthma, pregnancy, heart disease, and type 1 or 2 diabetes.
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NYC restaurants can expand indoor dining capacity to 35% next week

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February 8, 2021

NYC restaurants can expand indoor dining capacity to 35% next week

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New York City restaurants can expand indoor dining capacity from 25 to 35 percent starting February 26, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Friday. "That will be consistent with New Jersey," the governor said during a press conference, referring to the 35 percent capacity. After closing indoor dining in December, Cuomo said city restaurants could serve customers inside again on February 12, citing the end of the "post-holiday" surge of coronavirus cases. The governor last week also extended the closing times for bars, restaurants, and other businesses from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m.
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Citi Field’s mass vaccine site opens this week for TLC drivers, food delivery workers, and Queens residents

Mayor de Blasio with Mets owner Steve Cohen and Mr. and Mrs. Met. Photo credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.

February 8, 2021

Citi Field’s mass vaccine site opens this week for TLC drivers, food delivery workers, and Queens residents

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The Mets will join the Yankees in offering their stadiums to serve as mass COVID vaccination sites. Just as Yankee Stadium is earmarked for Bronx residents, Citi Field's appointments will be set aside 50 percent for drivers with TLC licenses and food delivery workers and 50 percent for Queens residents, Mayor De Blasio announced today in a press conference. The Flushing, Queens site will open this Wednesday, February 10th at 10:00am.
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Three mixed-use buildings on historic Stone Street in FiDi ask $20.8M

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February 8, 2021

Three mixed-use buildings on historic Stone Street in FiDi ask $20.8M

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Here's an opportunity to influence the future of one of New York City's oldest streets. Goldman Properties is selling three of its mixed-use buildings located on Stone Street in the Financial District for $20.75 million. As the city's first paved street in New York, Stone Street's history dates back to the middle of the 1600s and today remains a car-free cobblestone-lined walkway with an outdoor dining scene that predates the pandemic. The portfolio includes three buildings with a total of ten free-market two-bedroom and three-bedroom loft rentals and three operating restaurants.
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In New York’s tenement days, Monday was laundry day

“A Mondy washing.” Image from the Library of Congress, Detroit Photographic Co., via Wikimedia Commons

February 8, 2021

In New York’s tenement days, Monday was laundry day

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The image of New York's old tenements is hardly complete without lines of laundry hanging between each building. Like today, doing laundry was a public endeavor for most New Yorkers. But unlike today, they depended on their building's laundry lines to dry everything out. Ephemeral New York notes that Monday was typically the chosen day to get it done. As the photo caption says above, full lines of laundry were evident of "A Monday’s Washing." Monday was known as a "hard wash-day" that required incredible effort from the women of the tenements.
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For $895K, this Sutton Place penthouse has amazing views of the 59th Street bridge

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February 8, 2021

For $895K, this Sutton Place penthouse has amazing views of the 59th Street bridge

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This Sutton Place condo has some of the most unique views we've seen in a long time. One of the penthouse units at 40 Sutton Place, the 1,100-square-foot, one-bedroom apartment is almost entirely encased in solarium windows. From the balcony, it's as if you can reach out and touch the Queensboro Bridge! And all of this can be yours for just $895,000.
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See the mass vaccination site now open at Yankee Stadium for Bronx residents

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February 5, 2021

See the mass vaccination site now open at Yankee Stadium for Bronx residents

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As of today, the mass coronavirus vaccination site is open at Yankee Stadium. Appointments are reserved for Bronx residents only who meet phase 1a and 1b eligibility requirements, and the site will operate every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Gov. Mayor Bill de Blasio, wearing a Yankees cap (he's a vocal Red Sox fan), was at the stadium and spoke with Yankees president Randy Levine, manager Aaron Boone, and legendary player Mariano Rivera, all of whom encouraged people to sign up for vaccines. As of today, 13,000 of the 15,000 available appointments through next week had been filled.
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NYC seeks new operators for Central Park ice rink and carousel after canceling Trump contracts

Photo of The Wollman Rink by Shinya Suzuki on Flickr

February 5, 2021

NYC seeks new operators for Central Park ice rink and carousel after canceling Trump contracts

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New York City on Friday issued two requests for proposals to operate an ice rink and carousel in Central Park formerly run by the Trump Organization. Following the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the city would terminate agreements with former President Donald Trump's company for the operation of the Wollman and Lasker Rinks, the Central Park Carousel, and the Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point. The city's Parks Department this week announced it is looking for new companies to operate and manage the Wollman Rink and the Carousel.
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Airy Upper West Side co-op across from the Museum of Natural History asks $1.7M

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February 5, 2021

Airy Upper West Side co-op across from the Museum of Natural History asks $1.7M

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The Endicott co-op at 101 West 81st Street is perhaps in the Upper West Side's most perfect location. It's on the corner of Columbus Avenue on a stretch filled with mom-and-pop stores, right across from the Museum of Natural History, and one block from Central Park and the B/C trains. A two-bed, two-bath unit in the building has just hit the market for $1,695,000, and it's just as lovely as its surrounding neighborhood. Oversized windows, including a big bay window, built-ins, a modern kitchen, and tons of closet space are just some of what you'll find here.
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For $5.7M, this residence in Sag Harbor is a private oasis near the bay

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February 5, 2021

For $5.7M, this residence in Sag Harbor is a private oasis near the bay

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A 7,000-square-foot home steps from the Peconic Bay in Sag Harbor is asking $5.699 million. Found down a long private driveway on over an acre of land, the South Fork mansion at 2244 Noyac Road contains five bedrooms, six full and two partial baths, and enough flexible space to make any dream home possible. Set back from the road and surrounded by trees, the property is private and not far from Sag Harbor Village’s historic downtown.
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Apply for 43 affordable units at new amenity-rich rental in Long Island City, from $2,050/month

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February 5, 2021

Apply for 43 affordable units at new amenity-rich rental in Long Island City, from $2,050/month

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At the crossroads of two of Queens' most sought-after neighborhoods, Long Island City and Astoria, an affordable housing lottery has just launched for 43 units. The new, lifestyle-forward rental development, located at 36-20 Steinway Street and dubbed Astor LIC, offers studios, one-, and two-bedroom residences, all of which were designed with luxury in mind. In addition, the amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, co-working space, and two rooftop terraces with views of the Manhattan skyline. The affordable units range from $2,050 to $3,100 per month and are available to those earning 130 percent of the area median income.
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$70M plan to build Manhattan’s first public beach moves forward

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February 5, 2021

$70M plan to build Manhattan’s first public beach moves forward

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What at first appeared a lofty dream is now closer to reality. The Hudson River Park Trust on Thursday announced three requests for proposals for the construction of Manhattan's first public beach. The project includes a 5.5-acre public park on the Gansevoort Peninsula in the Meatpacking District that would be home to a resilient "beach" with kayak access, a sports field, scenic lounge spots, and a large public art installation.
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Romantic Valentine’s Day takeout and treat options from NYC restaurants
February 4, 2021

Romantic Valentine’s Day takeout and treat options from NYC restaurants

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Heart-shaped pizzas, at-home sushi-making kits, red velvet cakes, sake and chocolate pairings--these are just some of the takeout offerings and treats that you can order this Valentine's Day. Since most of us will be staying home, we've put together a list of local restaurants with special to-go menus, as well as shops that have yummy holiday treats and edible gifts and even some virtual cooking classes. Ahead, check out all the options and start planning your romantic day (or weekend!).
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Nomad’s glassy Virgin Hotel will have a rooftop pool and bar

All renderings courtesy of Virgin Hotels

February 4, 2021

Nomad’s glassy Virgin Hotel will have a rooftop pool and bar

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As the New York City hospitality industry continues to reel from the effects the coronavirus pandemic has had on tourism and business travel, plans are moving forward for a massive new hotel in Nomad. Fresh renderings of the 510-foot Virgin Hotel at 1225 Broadway, the first in the city, were recently released, showing off the hotel's resort-like rooftop pool and bar.
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The best ways to celebrate Black History Month 2021 in NYC

“Alphas Hold the Line.” Photo by Michael Young. 

February 4, 2021

The best ways to celebrate Black History Month 2021 in NYC

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During the month of February, the nation observes Black History Month as a way to celebrate and honor African American history and culture. While this year's commemoration will be different because of the pandemic, many New York City organizations and institutions are hosting virtual events, lectures, and exhibitions. Learn about the achievements and influence of Black Americans with an online walking tour featuring Black artists of Greenwich Village, a concert honoring composers of the Harlem Renaissance, a class on Black archaeology in New York City, and much more.
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NJ loosens COVID-19 restrictions on indoor gatherings, lifts restaurant curfew

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February 3, 2021

NJ loosens COVID-19 restrictions on indoor gatherings, lifts restaurant curfew

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Starting Friday, New Jersey restaurants and bars can serve more customers and stay open later. Gov. Phil Murphy on Wednesday signed an executive order relaxing some coronavirus restrictions for indoor gatherings, pointing to a decrease in new daily cases and hospitalizations across the state. Under the order, which goes into effect ahead of Super Bowl Sunday, indoor dining capacity can increase from 25 percent to 35 percent and the 10 p.m. curfew at restaurants will be lifted.
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On Long Island, a striking stone and glass home by modernist architect Norman Jaffe asks $3.6M

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February 3, 2021

On Long Island, a striking stone and glass home by modernist architect Norman Jaffe asks $3.6M

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Norman Jaffe opened his first architecture practice in Bridgehampton in 1973, soon becoming famous for the many contempory residences he designed in the Hamptons. Throughout his 35-year career, he designed more than 600 projects, many of them notable for their sculptural forms, early inclusion of passive solar design, and glass and wood construction. This home in Old Westbury, which he designed early on in 1977, checks all three of those boxes, and is currently on the market for $3,595,000. It sits on more than two acres, with several decks and patios and a salt water pool, and is nearly 7,000 square feet with six bedrooms, a home movie theater, and even a spa.
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Artist Swoon transformed a box truck into a diorama-style outdoor sculpture that will travel around NYC

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February 3, 2021

Artist Swoon transformed a box truck into a diorama-style outdoor sculpture that will travel around NYC

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A roving public art installation that explores the American experience has hit the streets of New York City. As part of the "American Portrait" initiative from PBS, Brooklyn-based artist Caledonia Curry, also known as Swoon, has designed a diorama-inspired sculpture on top of a 14-foot box truck. The installation, titled The House Our Families Built, features paintings and cutouts portraying domestic life. The sculpture debuted at Brooklyn Bridge Park last weekend and will travel to Prospect Park on February 6-7, Flushing Meadows Corona Park on February 13-14, and Union Square on February 21.
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Historic Village Cigars building will be sold

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February 3, 2021

Historic Village Cigars building will be sold

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Not only is the building that houses Village Cigars iconic for its oft-photographed location the corner of 7th Avenue South and Christopher Street, but because on the sidewalk out front is Hess Triangle, once the smallest piece of private land in New York City. Real Estate Weekly spoke with current owner Jonathan Posner, who said, "The pandemic has detrimentally impacted the property’s retail income and the expense of operating the building continues unabated." Sources tell REW that it will be sold for around $5.5 million.
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Long-plagued Midtown office tower will be reborn as 660 Fifth Avenue: See new looks

All renderings credit Brookfield Properties

February 3, 2021

Long-plagued Midtown office tower will be reborn as 660 Fifth Avenue: See new looks

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The office tower formerly known as 666 Fifth Avenue has shed both its superstitious address and its controversial connection to the Kushners. Brookfield Asset Management bought the 99-year ground lease for the 41-story Midtown office building between 52nd and 53rd Streets in 2018 from Kushner Cos., announcing the following year a $400 million overhaul designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates. Brookfield has now released new renderings of the 660 Fifth Avenue project, which will have a new glass facade and floor-to-ceiling windows, a new lobby and retail spaces, and new outdoor terraces when it's completed in 2022.
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On Valentine’s Day, take a virtual tour of the city’s largest sewage plant

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February 2, 2021

On Valentine’s Day, take a virtual tour of the city’s largest sewage plant

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What's more romantic that that?? It may seem odd, but every year, when the NYC Department of Environmental Protection and Open House New York host a Valentine's Day tour of the Newtown Creek Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility and its famous Digester Eggs, it sells out almost immediately. But thanks to our new virtual world, more New Yorkers will get a chance to experience this quirky event this year, and it also allows us to see parts of the facility that the public wouldn’t normally have access to.
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New York Botanical Garden announces new dates for Yayoi Kusama exhibition

Kusama with Pumpkin, 2010 © YAYOI KUSAMA. Courtesy of Ota Fine Arts, Tokyo / Singapore / Shanghai; Victoria Miro, London; David Zwirner, New York

February 2, 2021

New York Botanical Garden announces new dates for Yayoi Kusama exhibition

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The New York Botanical Garden was scheduled to hold a blockbuster exhibition dedicated to Yayoi Kusama last spring, but sadly had to postpone the event when the pandemic hit. But they've now announced new 2021 dates for KUSAMA: Cosmic Nature--the show will run from Saturday, April 10 to Sunday, October 31, 2021 with tickets going on sale to the general public on March 16. The exhibition will immerse us in the Japanese artist’s visionary world through a career-spanning survey, the debut of four new works, and a variety of complementary horticultural installations created by the Garden’s team.
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Lunar New Year 2021: Celebrate with virtual events, food, gifts, and more

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February 2, 2021

Lunar New Year 2021: Celebrate with virtual events, food, gifts, and more

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Next Friday, February 12th, begins the Year of the Ox, an animal whose attributes are hardworking and honest. The Lunar New Year is a 16-day celebration, often marked by lantern festivals, parades, and fireworks. But since we aren't able to enjoy a lot of these gatherings this year, we've rounded up some of the best safe celebratory events in New York City, including virtual dumpling-making classes, papercutting workshops, a small business crawl in Chinatown, and traditional Chinese dance and music performances.
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Lottery launches for 35 affordable units at wellness-themed Chelsea condo-rental, from $995/month

All renderings by Williams New York

February 2, 2021

Lottery launches for 35 affordable units at wellness-themed Chelsea condo-rental, from $995/month

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Maverick Chelsea, a new wellness-focused condo-rental at 215-225 West 28th Street from HAP Investments, just launched an affordable housing lottery for 35 units, ranging from $995/month studios to $1,681/month three-bedrooms. Designed by DXA Studio, the contemporary residence is a two-building project that includes 112 rentals and 87 condos. Residents will get to enjoy amenities like an indoor pool and spa, summer kitchen, rooftop garden, wellness center, private library and lounge, fitness center, and 24-hour attended lobby.
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19th-century abolitionist home in Downtown Brooklyn is now a city landmark

227 Duffield Street; Map data © 2020 Google

February 2, 2021

19th-century abolitionist home in Downtown Brooklyn is now a city landmark

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The Landmarks Preservation Commission on Tuesday voted to designate a Brooklyn property that was home to known abolitionists, likely saving it from demolition. Harriet and Thomas Truesdell, members of the anti-slavery movement before the Civil War, lived at the Greek-Revival row house at 227 Duffield Street from 1851 to 1863. The commission recommended 227 Duffield for designation because it represents a rare surviving home to known abolitionists and marks Brooklyn's pre-Civil War abolitionist movement. The push for landmarking the site was accelerated in 2019 when a developer filed permits to raze the three-story structure and replace it with a much taller mixed-use building.
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The huge backyard at this $2.65M Crown Heights townhouse is a family oasis

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February 2, 2021

The huge backyard at this $2.65M Crown Heights townhouse is a family oasis

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If you've been quarantined with kids for the past year, be prepared to drool over the backyard at this Crown Heights townhouse. Located at 1101 Park Place and listed for $2,650,000, the two-family home has a garden-floor apartment and a three-bedroom duplex on the upper two floors. The latter has a deck off the kitchen and a massive (it stretches through to the other block!) backyard with both a stone patio and a grassy space large enough for a swing set and trampoline.
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The Sill’s Valentine’s Day Collection is perfect for the special plant-parent in your life

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February 1, 2021

The Sill’s Valentine’s Day Collection is perfect for the special plant-parent in your life

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It's no surprise that we've seen a growing number of plant moms and dads over the past year, with everyone staying home and looking for added comfort (and company!). So this February 14th, ditch the roses and get that special someone a plant gift that will last longer than a week. The Sill has put together a Valentine's Day Collection, and it's just as good as you'd imagine, from the world’s longest blooming houseplant (how romantic is that?!) to an actual heart-shaped plant to a petite rose bush.
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Track the progress of NYC snow plows with this interactive map

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February 1, 2021

Track the progress of NYC snow plows with this interactive map

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Gov. Andrew Cuomo declared on Monday a state of emergency for New York City and much of the state as Winter Storm Orlena continues to hit the area with heavy snowfall, over 50 mph winds, and white-out conditions. While many New Yorkers are already working from home, essential workers still have to get to work. With the city expected to get 16-22 inches of snow, the Department of Sanitation has updated its interactive PlowNYC map to see if and when your street has been plowed and salted.
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The 10 best couches for apartments

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February 1, 2021

The 10 best couches for apartments

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Narrow stairwells, small doorframes, tiny apartments, multi-purpose spaces--these are just some of the factors that make purchasing a sofa for an apartment challenging. But today, there are a lot of new direct-to-consumer brands that specialize in modular furniture, as well as tried-and-true companies that have adapted their designs for an urban lifestyle. Ahead, we've rounded up the best couches for apartments, but don't be fooled--you probably won't want to give these away when you do upgrade to a bigger space.
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NYC vaccination data shows ‘profound’ racial gaps

Vaccination center at NYCHA Van Dyke Houses in Brownsville, Brooklyn on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Photo credit: Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office on Flickr

February 1, 2021

NYC vaccination data shows ‘profound’ racial gaps

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Black and Latino residents in New York City have received far fewer doses of the coronavirus vaccine than white New Yorkers, according to preliminary data released by the city on Sunday. Of the roughly 300,000 city residents vaccinated with at least one dose, 48 percent of them were white, 15 percent Asian, 15 percent Latino, and 11 percent Black. Mayor Bill de Blasio called the racial disparities "profound," since Latino and Black residents make up 29 and 24 percent of the city's population, respectively.
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Two apartments become one at this cozy Cobble Hill co-op, asking $1.75M

Listing photos courtesy of The Corcoran Group

February 1, 2021

Two apartments become one at this cozy Cobble Hill co-op, asking $1.75M

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Because this Cobble Hill co-op was originally two separate apartments, its combined layout is quite unique. The building at 242 Baltic Street has an interior lightwell, which creates two narrow hallways off the living space--one that's configured as a galley kitchen, the other as a den. Overall, the three-bedroom home is pretty and bright, with lots of cozy areas to curl up in. It's asking $1,750,000.
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Starting March 15, wedding receptions in New York can resume with rapid COVID testing

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January 29, 2021

Starting March 15, wedding receptions in New York can resume with rapid COVID testing

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Anxious brides across the state just got some good news. Starting March 15th, wedding receptions in New York can take place with 50 percent of a venue's capacity, up to 150 people. These events will also require all guests to receive a rapid COVID test and be approved by the local health department, Governor Cuomo announced today. Currently, there is a maximum of 50 people allowed at weddings, with a six-foot distance required between guests.
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Bike lanes to replace car lanes on the Brooklyn and Queensboro bridges

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January 29, 2021

Bike lanes to replace car lanes on the Brooklyn and Queensboro bridges

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New York City plans to ban cars from part of two major East River bridges and reserve them for cyclists. Mayor Bill de Blasio on Thursday unveiled a proposal to transform the innermost lane of the Brooklyn Bridge into a two-way protected bike lane and convert the north outer roadway of the Queensboro Bridge into a two-way bike-only lane. The "Bridges for the People" plan was announced as part of the mayor's final State of the City address, "A Recovery for All of Us."
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Remembering Cicely Tyson’s Harlem roots

Cicely Tyson in 1973. Photo (cropped) from the Dutch National Archives via Wikimedia Commons

January 29, 2021

Remembering Cicely Tyson’s Harlem roots

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Groundbreaking actress Cicely Tyson passed away yesterday at the age of 96. As the New York Times writes in a beautiful obituary, her "vivid portrayals of strong African-American women shattered racial stereotypes in the dramatic arts of the 1970s, propelling her to stardom and fame as an exemplar for civil rights." While we all look back at Ms. Tyson's incredible life and legacy, we can also look back to her early life, which began in East Harlem. Raised in a fifth-floor railroad flat at 178 East 101st Street, Ms. Tyson helped found the Dance Theatre of Harlem and attended the Abyssinian Baptist Church on West 138th Street for the past 20 years.
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Built in 1745, this lovely Hamptons cottage is where Jackie O learned to ride horses

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January 29, 2021

Built in 1745, this lovely Hamptons cottage is where Jackie O learned to ride horses

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During her childhood summers, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis traded in Park Avenue for the Hamptons, where her grandfather John Vernou Bouvier Jr. owned two very impressive homes. During this time, one of her favorite pastimes was horseback riding, which would eventually become a lifelong passion. And it was right on the grounds of this 18th-century cottage that she learned to ride. Built in 1745 as the Abraham Baker House, it later served as the clubhouse for the Riding Club of East Hampton, and it's currently on the market for $1,995,000
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Offshore park Little Island announces resident artists ahead of spring opening

Photo of Little Island under construction in October 2020; Photo: © CityRealty

January 28, 2021

Offshore park Little Island announces resident artists ahead of spring opening

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Developers of the new public park under construction in the Hudson River announced on Wednesday the participants of its first-ever artists-in-residence program. Artists Ayodele Casel, Tina Landeau, Michael McElroy, and PigPen Theatre Co., will perform, direct, and/or curate cultural events for Little Island, the two-acre offshore park at Hudson River Park's Pier 55 expected to open this spring.
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This Valentine’s Day, watch the sunrise from 1,131 feet above NYC at Edge

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January 28, 2021

This Valentine’s Day, watch the sunrise from 1,131 feet above NYC at Edge

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New York City's highest outdoor observation deck has a special treat for lovebirds this Valentine's Day. For that one day, Edge will be opening at 6am, allowing visitors the rare opportunity to watch the sunrise from 1,131 feet in the air. In addition, from February 12th-21st, the Hudson Yards attraction will extend its daily hours from 8am to 10pm (perhaps to accommodate an expected rush of proposals?).
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Bjarke Ingels’ 66-story Spiral tower tops out at Hudson Yards

The Spiral as of October 2020, © CityRealty

January 28, 2021

Bjarke Ingels’ 66-story Spiral tower tops out at Hudson Yards

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Bjarke Ingels' new office tower with twisting terraces officially topped out at Hudson Yards this week. Aptly named The Spiral, the 66-story skyscraper reached its 1,031-foot pinnacle, developer Tishman Speyer announced on Tuesday. Upon its completion in 2022, the tower at 66 Hudson Boulevard will stretch a full block between West 34th and 35th Streets and contain 2.8 million square feet of office space and ground-floor retail.
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Rare Gilded-Age mansion on Fifth Avenue hits the market for $52M

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January 28, 2021

Rare Gilded-Age mansion on Fifth Avenue hits the market for $52M

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As the Wall Street Journal first reported, one of the last Gilded-Age mansions along Fifth Avenue has hit the market for $52 million. Located right across from Central Park and the Met, the Beaux-Arts beauty at 991 Fifth Avenue was built in 1901 and has had only four owners since then. Today owned by the Irish Historical Society, the home's interior is almost entirely intact, full of carved plasterwork and woodwork, marble fireplace mantles, stately columns, and leaded-glass windows.
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Super Bowl spreads you can order from your favorite NYC restaurants
January 27, 2021

Super Bowl spreads you can order from your favorite NYC restaurants

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Most of us are looking forward to special televised events this year more than ever, and Super Bowl LV is sure to be a welcome distraction from the pandemic. Even if you're not so into football (or you're like us and are toggling back and forth to the Puppy Bowl), the commercials, half-time show, and, most importantly, food make it a fun Sunday night. And when it comes to nosh, it's also a great opportunity to support one of your favorite local restaurants, many of which are offering up special game day packages.
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Historic cast-iron building in Soho once owned by William Waldorf Astor asks $17M

 All photos courtesy of Douglas Elliman

January 27, 2021

Historic cast-iron building in Soho once owned by William Waldorf Astor asks $17M

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A 19th-century custom-designed Soho building once owned by William Waldorf Astor is on the market for $17 million. Located at 435 Broome Street, the Victorian Gothic building was built in 1873 by famed architect William Appleton Potter and features five tall loft stories framed by exterior cast-iron colonnettes and capitals. As the listing describes, the property, located between Broadway and Crosby Street, is the "perfect multi-functioning property for retail, office, or residential mixed-use."
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42-story Jersey City tower will have public park, community center, and 900 rental units

Renderings courtesy of HAP Investments

January 27, 2021

42-story Jersey City tower will have public park, community center, and 900 rental units

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Another residential high-rise tower has been proposed for Jersey City's Journal Square neighborhood. New York-based developer HAP Investments unveiled this week updated plans for a 42-story mixed-use tower at 500 Summit Avenue that would contain over 900 apartments, a community center, and a public park.
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Two-story Williamsburg condo has a glass wall and grassy balcony for $1.2M

Listing photos courtesy of The Corcoran Group

January 27, 2021

Two-story Williamsburg condo has a glass wall and grassy balcony for $1.2M

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The six-unit condo building at 237 Devoe Street in Williamsburg was recently completed, and perhaps the most unique unit is this duplex that sits behind the entire double-story wall of glass. The other interesting feature is the balcony, which has a cool grassy extension. Asking $1,225,000, the 1,020-square-foot one-bedroom has 20-foot ceilings, modern finishes, and tons of storage space.
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The Blizzard of 1888: The biggest snowstorm to ever hit NYC

Pierpont Street from Fulton Street in Brooklyn. Photo via Library of Congress

January 26, 2021

The Blizzard of 1888: The biggest snowstorm to ever hit NYC

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With snow in the forecast for much of the week, we decided to take a look back at the biggest blizzard to ever blanket New York City. On March 12th of 1888, a record-setting 21 inches of snow had been dumped on the city, resulting in snowdrifts of up to 50 feet, $25 million in property damage, and 200 deaths. Known as the "Great Blizzard," it affected the entire eastern seaboard and is still considered one of the worst snowstorms in American history.
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A former artists’ compound in exclusive Snedens Landing asks $3M

All photos credit: Jump Visuals for Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty

January 26, 2021

A former artists’ compound in exclusive Snedens Landing asks $3M

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A Palisades estate owned by the late artist Grace Knowlton is now on the market for $2.99 million. The property was transformed into a compound for artists by Knowlton, who was known for her spherical sculptures and lived at the site for nearly 50 years. Located in the secluded enclave of Snedens Landing, the four-acre estate includes a restored barn that serves as the main residence, a cottage, an industrial machine shop, and a pottery studio, all across the landscaped gardens.
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Plans for abolitionist memorial in Downtown Brooklyn park delayed again

Renderings by Hargreaves Jones, courtesy of NYCEDC

January 26, 2021

Plans for abolitionist memorial in Downtown Brooklyn park delayed again

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After being in the works for nearly two decades, plans to build a public park in Downtown Brooklyn with a memorial to the neighborhood's abolitionist history are delayed once again. The Public Design Commission last week tabled a conceptual proposal from artist Kameelah Janan Rasheed after preservationists and community members during an intense public hearing criticized both the design for missing details and the city's lack of transparency.
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See the shiny, amorphous tower imagined for Lower Manhattan

All renderings by Hayri Atak Architectural Design

January 26, 2021

See the shiny, amorphous tower imagined for Lower Manhattan

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Turkish firm Hayri Atak Architectural Design has proposed something extremely unique for the downtown skyline. Called the Sarcostyle Tower, the shining structure is a large rectangle with sinuous, carved-out sides. Conceptually placed amidst the historic landmarks and mid-century office towers of lower Manhattan, the 689-foot building was inspired by human anatomy and cells. An actual sarcostyle is a muscle fiber, so it makes sense that the firm decided upon this name for theior biologically inspired project.
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An artist’s colorful and convertible co-op in Carnegie Hill asks $1.3M

Photo Credit: Ted Porter Architecture; Ty Cole Photographer

January 26, 2021

An artist’s colorful and convertible co-op in Carnegie Hill asks $1.3M

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A Murphy bed, movable partitions, hidden storage--these clever additions make this $1.3 million Upper East Side co-op a true city gem. Located in the Carnegie Hill neighborhood at 1326 Madison Avenue, the 1,075-square-foot home was custom designed by the current owner, Bogotá-based artist Lorenza Panero. She bought the apartment in 2012 for $650,000 and then embarked on a colorful and convertible renovation.
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