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NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
15 hours ago

Top 10 Brooklyn Listings: A Clinton Hill Brownstone

Popular real estate listings this week include properties in Park Slope, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, and Greenpoint, with prices ranging from $1.85 million to $3.995 million.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Oakland's historic Camron-Stanford House damaged by overnight fire: 'Tremendously heartbreaking'

The fire burned portions of the Camron-Stanford House, a three-story Victorian on the southern end of the lake. Firefighters were able to save the home, but preservationists have questions about how the fire started.
East Bay (California)
#interior-design
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

A Designer Transformed This Narrow Room Into a Venetian-Inspired Study (It Looks *So* Much Bigger Now!)

Transforming small spaces can create a sense of grandeur through strategic design choices.
Boston real estate
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

Broadway Actress Barrett Wilbert Weed Turned Her Brooklyn Heights Apartment Into a Victorian Dollhouse

Compelling interiors rely on collaboration between character and setting, as demonstrated in Barrett Wilbert Weed's Brooklyn Heights home restoration.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

A Designer Transformed This Narrow Room Into a Venetian-Inspired Study (It Looks *So* Much Bigger Now!)

Transforming small spaces can create a sense of grandeur through strategic design choices.
Boston real estate
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

Broadway Actress Barrett Wilbert Weed Turned Her Brooklyn Heights Apartment Into a Victorian Dollhouse

Compelling interiors rely on collaboration between character and setting, as demonstrated in Barrett Wilbert Weed's Brooklyn Heights home restoration.
NYC food
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 days ago

How to Spend a Perfect Day in FiDi, One of NYC's Most Underrated Neighborhoods

Financial District offers a mix of local and tourist activities, making it a vibrant area beyond its daytime finance reputation.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Cultural Centers Beyond the Building: 6 Unbuilt Projects Integrating Landscape

Cultural centers are evolving to reflect diverse architectural explorations and redefine public institutions' roles in various contexts.
London
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

London's legendary Billingsgate market is being turned into a new neighbourhood with 10,000 homes

Tower Hamlets Council promotes redevelopment plans for 10,000 new homes near Billingsgate Fish Market to address London's housing shortage.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
2 days ago

Brooklyn mother says new apartment in East New York is in desperate need of repairs

A Brooklyn mother faces unaddressed repair issues in her new apartment, prompting her to reconsider moving in.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 days ago

NYC 3D Underground Maps Could Speed Construction

New York City is creating a 3D underground map to improve construction efficiency and reduce delays caused by buried utilities.
#new-york-city
fromGothamist
4 days ago
NYC food

Roadway outdoor dining is back in NYC for 2026, but it's only a slice of what it once was

New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Trash Containerization Program Remains Unfunded in Mamdani's City Budget - Streetsblog New York City

Funding for New York City's trash containerization program is uncertain, risking the continuation of efforts to improve waste management.
New York City
fromAol
6 days ago

73 Things New Yorkers Don't Think Are Weird But Outsiders Noticed Immediately

New York City is a vibrant, warm place with a diverse international culture and moments of unexpected kindness among its residents.
Travel
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Travel is hell. You should staycation in New York.

New Yorkers can enjoy local alternatives to travel, avoiding long waits and high costs associated with vacations.
NYC food
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Roadway outdoor dining is back in NYC for 2026, but it's only a slice of what it once was

New York City's outdoor dining program is returning with 500 roadside setups approved, aiming for year-round operation again after pandemic restrictions.
NYC real estate
fromMiami Herald
5 days ago

Woman Opens Manhattan Apartment Window-No One Ready for the 'View'

Small-space living in Manhattan is characterized by high rents and limited apartment sizes, as illustrated by a viral TikTok video.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Trash Containerization Program Remains Unfunded in Mamdani's City Budget - Streetsblog New York City

Funding for New York City's trash containerization program is uncertain, risking the continuation of efforts to improve waste management.
New York City
fromAol
6 days ago

73 Things New Yorkers Don't Think Are Weird But Outsiders Noticed Immediately

New York City is a vibrant, warm place with a diverse international culture and moments of unexpected kindness among its residents.
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

That Was Fast: Bondi's Portrait Already Living At The Dump - Above the Law

Bondi's official DOJ portrait was reportedly spotted in the trash mere minutes after Donald Trump gave her the boot. Just straight to the bin, like last week's takeout and this week's credibility.
US politics
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Abandoned piece of history on SF's Haight Street undergoes major transformation

"I hadn't even seen the inside just like you, but I just felt like one person, DJ equipment, had to fit in there somehow. We knew it could be Pandora's box in there."
Mission District
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Arts
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Grimanesa Amoros and the architecture of illumination

Light is a powerful force in art, transcending culture and language, and is essential to understanding perception and truth.
#architecture
SOMA, SF
fromArchitectural Digest
3 days ago

Inside the New Museum's Long-Awaited Addition, Designed by OMA

OMA designed a glass-covered tower that integrates with an older building, featuring a complex atrium and stairway, creating a unique architectural experience.
LA real estate
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

Real House / HK Associates Inc

Real House transforms an introverted site into a family home that captures dramatic views of the Sonoran Desert and Santa Catalina mountains.
Renovation
fromCurbed
3 days ago

The Architects' Carriage House That's a Study in Salvage

Colin and Leni Faber transformed a dilapidated carriage house into a functional home and design showcase using salvaged materials and innovative design.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

Apartment A / heros

A duplex apartment transformation emphasizes open spaces and outdoor terraces, blending minimalism with Japanese design principles.
Design
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The most innovative architecture companies of 2026

Architects are increasingly addressing societal challenges alongside traditional building design, focusing on environmental impact and community needs.
Environment
from99% Invisible
2 days ago

Service Request #4: How Does the Grid in Phoenix Work? - 99% Invisible

Phoenix's extreme summer heat underscores the critical importance of a reliable electrical grid for survival.
Austin
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
fromianVisits
3 days ago

Elephant and Castle skyline plan would beam lights into the night sky

The plans call for beams of light right up into the night sky, which means they're directly affecting the night sky and, by design, the skyline view for anyone looking in that direction.
London politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

"DTF St. Louis" and the New Story of the Suburbs

'They are small stakes, but, of course, everything that is quintessentially American—property, the right to violence, the right to protect land—are all intensely operative in this space.'
Television
fromPhilosophynow
4 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
Photography
fromColossal
4 days ago

Street Artists Take On Monumental Infrastructure in 'Impossible' Photos

Joseph Ford's Impossible Street Art series combines photography and street art to engage with monumental infrastructure and energy production sites.
Mental health
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: Helping Formerly Unhoused Older New Yorkers Age With Dignity

Supportive housing provides essential safety, security, and privacy for seniors, significantly improving their quality of life and addressing homelessness and affordability issues.
NYC LGBT
fromArtforum
6 days ago

Agosto Machado, Whose Shrines Immortalized a Lost NYC Underground, Is Dead

Agosto Machado, a performance artist and activist, died on March 21, known for his shrines honoring those lost to the AIDS crisis.
NYC food
fromAol
1 day ago

This Little-Known Waterfront Town in New York Is Pure Magic

Glen Cove, a charming waterfront town in New York, offers a unique blend of history, nature, and small-town appeal just an hour from the city.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
3 days ago

Brooklyn Creative Reuse Opens at Industry City

Brooklyn Creative Reuse provides affordable art materials and creative classes while promoting sustainability by keeping art supplies out of landfills.
fromInvestigative Post
2 days ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Reforms to 'wild west' private trash industry come to Manhattan's Chinatown

Manhattan's Chinatown will implement new trash reforms requiring businesses to use authorized waste companies by May 2024.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
3 days ago

This $1500 Renter-Friendly Wall Transformed a "Plain, Open Box" in Brooklyn

Kiron Akeem fulfilled a long-held dream of living in a loft after 13 years of aspiration.
fromGothamist
3 days ago

'Didn't know we had a landlord' - fatal Queens house fire exposes squalor, violations

"The landlord did not pay attention to this house whatsoever. We didn't even know we had a landlord."
NYC real estate
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

SF Chinatown's historic Empress of China building being revived into cultural campus

The Empress of China building will be transformed into a cultural campus celebrating Chinese-American art, culture, and history.
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

To Save Lives - And The Theater - Let's Ban Cars From Broadway - Streetsblog New York City

In that small 30-block zone last year, there were 486 reported crashes, injuring 76 cyclists, 108 pedestrians (one fatally) and 67 motorists, according to city stats. That's more than a crash every day, injuring more than 250 people.
London politics
NYC LGBT
fromHell Gate
6 days ago

Park Slope's Polite No Kings Protest

Thousands protested at the No Kings rally in Park Slope, while a lone counterprotester voiced support for President Trump.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 days ago

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

Enforcement of composting fines in New York City has decreased, leading to a significant drop in compost collection since 2025.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Off the Mainland: Floating Architecture Projects Redefining the Built Environment

Floating architecture adapts to water levels, using buoyant materials and anchoring systems to address environmental challenges in coastal regions.
New York City
fromPBS News
2 days ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants face challenges identifying landlords due to corporate ownership structures, complicating accountability and enforcement of housing laws.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
3 days ago

15 Shows to See in New York City This April

New York's art scene thrives on experimental exhibitions in smaller venues, showcasing diverse and innovative works that challenge conventional narratives.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
3 days ago

He Transformed These Bedrooms with "Punchy" Pink and Yellow Paint

Color-drenching transformed a four-bedroom unit, making kids' bedrooms vibrant and inviting, leading to a successful sale after 779 days on the market.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Excavation Underway at 280 Bergen Street in Boerum Hill

Excavation has begun for a new residential complex at Bergen Street and Third Avenue, featuring 297 rental apartments and retail space.
Brooklyn
fromBKMAG
5 days ago

Going, Going, Gone: Brooklyn Mirage is Nothing But an Empty Lot Now

The Brooklyn Mirage venue has been demolished, making way for Pacha New York's new club opening this June.
#brooklyn-bridge
fromThe US Sun
3 days ago
New York City

You can rent part of Brooklyn Bridge under $17m plan for New York City

Renting hidden vaults beneath the Brooklyn Bridge could generate $17 million annually to help address NYC's budget deficit.
fromNew York Post
4 days ago
New York City

NYC is so broke, the Brooklyn Bridge might get roommates

The City Council proposes renting hidden rooms in the Brooklyn Bridge to generate revenue for New York City.
New York City
fromThe US Sun
3 days ago

You can rent part of Brooklyn Bridge under $17m plan for New York City

Renting hidden vaults beneath the Brooklyn Bridge could generate $17 million annually to help address NYC's budget deficit.
New York City
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

NYC is so broke, the Brooklyn Bridge might get roommates

The City Council proposes renting hidden rooms in the Brooklyn Bridge to generate revenue for New York City.
NYC food
fromCbsnews
4 days ago

Outdoor dining across New York City returns, with hundreds of restaurants approved

Outdoor dining season in NYC begins, allowing restaurants to expand onto streets until November 29.
Brooklyn
fromAxios
6 days ago

The Rock Island Bridge is being compared to The High Line in NYC

The Rock Island Bridge entertainment district opens April 1, revitalizing a neglected river area with diverse community spaces.
Arts
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

The New Museum Returns, but Humans Are Left Behind

The exhibition explores humanity's struggle against technology through diverse multimedia installations and thought-provoking artworks.
Boston real estate
Cities can unlock 100,000+ housing units by leveraging 50+ million square feet of unused development rights on municipal properties and transit facilities through strategic air-rights deployment and alternative ownership models beyond traditional ground leases.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
6 days ago

I Ripped Out My Dark '80s Entryway - and Found Exposed Brick

Transforming a small entry area can create a welcoming space with character and style, even in a downsized home.
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
3 days ago

The Insider: Park Slope Prewar Becomes Stylish Space for Two

The new owners preserved Art Deco details while redesigning their apartment for comfort and functionality.
Design
fromFast Company
1 week ago

How the public changes spaces-and art-for the better

Public engagement enhances design, transforming spaces into vibrant community hubs that foster creativity and connection.
Arts
fromArtnet News
5 days ago

Rare Rauschenberg Experimental Dance Revived at Brooklyn Roller Rink

The Trisha Brown Dance Company is reviving Robert Rauschenberg's 1963 dance 'Pelican' for the first time in 60 years at a Brooklyn event.
#williamsburg
Brooklyn
fromAol
6 days ago

I've Lived in NYC for 15 Years and This Is the Neighborhood Most Travelers Miss-With Incredible Dining and Skyline Views

Williamsburg, Brooklyn offers a vibrant mix of dining, shopping, and scenic views, making it a must-visit destination beyond Manhattan.
Brooklyn
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

I've Lived in NYC for 15 Years and This Is the Neighborhood Most Travelers Miss-With Incredible Dining and Skyline Views

Williamsburg, Brooklyn offers vibrant restaurants, nightlife, and views of Manhattan, making it a must-visit destination beyond Manhattan.
Brooklyn
fromAol
6 days ago

I've Lived in NYC for 15 Years and This Is the Neighborhood Most Travelers Miss-With Incredible Dining and Skyline Views

Williamsburg, Brooklyn offers a vibrant mix of dining, shopping, and scenic views, making it a must-visit destination beyond Manhattan.
Brooklyn
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

I've Lived in NYC for 15 Years and This Is the Neighborhood Most Travelers Miss-With Incredible Dining and Skyline Views

Williamsburg, Brooklyn offers vibrant restaurants, nightlife, and views of Manhattan, making it a must-visit destination beyond Manhattan.
#new-york
fromHoodline
5 days ago
NYC real estate

New York's Big Studio Land Grab, City Makes Play For Soundstage Crown

New York's film and TV production is rapidly expanding with new soundstages and studios across the boroughs, attracting significant investment and talent.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Manhattan's empty office towers are becoming apartments - just not the ones most locals can afford

New York leads the nation in converting office buildings to residential units, with over 16,000 apartments in the pipeline post-COVID-19.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
5 days ago

New York's Big Studio Land Grab, City Makes Play For Soundstage Crown

New York's film and TV production is rapidly expanding with new soundstages and studios across the boroughs, attracting significant investment and talent.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Manhattan's empty office towers are becoming apartments - just not the ones most locals can afford

New York leads the nation in converting office buildings to residential units, with over 16,000 apartments in the pipeline post-COVID-19.
Arts
fromArtforum
5 days ago

Can the Biennial Serve a City, or Just "Big Art"?

Regional juried exhibitions have evolved, with new triennials emerging to address local artmaking and economic growth, but face challenges in meeting diverse expectations.
#chrysler-building
NYC real estate
fromELLE Decor
6 days ago

The Chrysler Building's Next Chapter Could Be Residential

The Chrysler Building may undergo a residential conversion as GFP Real Estate negotiates a ground lease acquisition.
NYC real estate
fromELLE Decor
6 days ago

The Chrysler Building's Next Chapter Could Be Residential

The Chrysler Building may undergo a residential conversion as GFP Real Estate negotiates a ground lease acquisition.
Arts
fromGothamist
5 days ago

A one-man psychedelic art empire thrives in Brooklyn

Alex Aliume's Brooklyn studio attracts thousands of visitors with his unique glow-in-the-dark art and immersive experiences.
#brooklyn
fromNew York Post
6 days ago
Brooklyn

Hundreds of protesters swarm proposed NYC men's homeless shelter site, physically block construction truck

Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Hundreds of protesters swarm proposed NYC men's homeless shelter site, physically block construction truck

Protesters in Brooklyn oppose a proposed homeless shelter, fearing it will bring danger to the neighborhood.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago

Planned Tower for Duffield Street Lacks Identity, LPC Says

The Landmarks Preservation Commission rejected the latest design for a high-rise tower behind historic Duffield Street houses, citing lack of identity and coherence.
#historic-preservation
New York City
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 month ago

Historic Brooklyn Homes Preserved Two Months Ahead Of Schedule

A $4 million restoration of the Hunterfly Road Houses at Weeksville Heritage Center preserved four 19th-century structures representing one of the nation's largest pre-Civil War free Black communities.
New York City
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 month ago

Historic Brooklyn Homes Preserved Two Months Ahead Of Schedule

A $4 million restoration of the Hunterfly Road Houses at Weeksville Heritage Center preserved four 19th-century structures representing one of the nation's largest pre-Civil War free Black communities.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Redevelopment of NYCHA apartments in Chelsea at center of congressional race

Redevelopment of NYCHA complexes in Chelsea aims to replace 2,056 units with new apartments, raising concerns about public housing privatization.
Renovation
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

The people remodelling homes with reclaimed ruins

Reclaimed building materials are salvaged for reuse, promoting sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of the construction sector.
#circular-economy
Renovation
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Mining cities to build homes from demolition waste

Rotor DC and similar organizations across Europe salvage and resell reclaimed building materials from demolished structures to promote urban mining and circular economy practices.
Renovation
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Mining the city to build homes from demolition waste

Rotor DC and similar organizations across Europe salvage and resell reclaimed building materials from demolished structures to promote urban mining and circular economy practices.
Renovation
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Mining cities to build homes from demolition waste

Rotor DC and similar organizations across Europe salvage and resell reclaimed building materials from demolished structures to promote urban mining and circular economy practices.
Renovation
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Mining the city to build homes from demolition waste

Rotor DC and similar organizations across Europe salvage and resell reclaimed building materials from demolished structures to promote urban mining and circular economy practices.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
3 weeks ago

Scaffolding Has Covered This Brooklyn Street For More Than A Decade

Sidewalk sheds installed at Kings County Courthouse in 2007 are finally being removed after 17 years as facade and roof repairs officially begin.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 weeks ago

Making Infrastructure Visible: When Systems Become Architecture

Infrastructure facilities are transitioning from hidden operational structures to visible civic symbols that define urban identity and skylines.
Renovation
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

Before-and-after photos show how a woman 'unflipped' her 1920s home to restore its charm

Niki Marie Taylor purchased a 1920s Detroit home and systematically restored it to its original historic aesthetic by reversing modern renovations.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

This skyline-stealing mural also powers its building

Colored building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) façade panels can generate significant solar power, halving building emissions while becoming cost-competitive with traditional cladding.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Empty NYCHA Apartments Pose Safety Risks, Opportunities for Squatters: Report

Hundreds of squatters occupy vacant NYCHA apartments while over 6,800 units remain empty, creating safety risks and reducing public housing availability for 165,000 applicants on the waitlist.
New York City
fromAol
2 months ago

100 Historical And Modern Photos That Reveal How New York Has Changed

Astoria Pool opened July 2, 1936 as the largest WPA-era public pool in New York, featuring Art-Deco design and hosting Olympic Trials.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Shaping Architectural Continuity: 25 Revitalization Projects Across Historic, Industrial, and Natural Sites

Heritage sites constitute complex spatial archives in which architecture, history, and collective memory converge. They encompass a wide spectrum of contexts-from archaeological remains, ancient and historic townscapes, UNESCO-listed landscapes, to early modern civic structures and industrial infrastructures. Yet these environments confront challenges: climate change, urban transformation, disaster, shifting social needs, and the gradual erosion of material fabric. Revitalization and restoration projects respond to these conditions by positioning architectural and spatial practice as an active mediator between preservation and the contemporary topologies.
Renovation
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