Editorial
Journal
Writing on architecture, design, cultural institutions, and the people shaping Manhattan’s built environment.
The Supertall Row: How 57th Street Became New York's Vertical Frontier
From 432 Park Avenue to 111 West 57th, a new generation of pencil towers has transformed Midtown's skyline and the economics of air rights.
Chelsea at a Crossroads: The Gallery District After the Pandemic Reshaping
Rents have stabilized, a new generation of galleries has moved in, and the question of what Chelsea means to the art world is being answered in real time.
Inside the A&D Building: A Floor-by-Floor Guide to New York's Design District
The Architects and Designers Building at 150 East 58th Street houses over forty showrooms. Here is how to navigate it.
What the Landmarks Preservation Commission Approved in 2025
A review of the most significant LPC approvals of the past year — from Midtown tower alterations to Downtown residential conversions.
Tribeca's Quiet Gallery Moment
As Chelsea prices rise, a cluster of significant galleries has settled into Tribeca's cast-iron lofts. The neighborhood's art scene is no longer secondary.