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Race for the Heavens

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Race for the Heavens

Central Park Tower, at 217 West 57th Street, has now reached the 92nd floor, construction has officially surpassed the 1,396-foot-tall rooftop parapet of 432 Park Avenue, making this building the tallest residential structure in New York and the Western Hemisphere. The 1,550-foot tower is being designed by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill, while Extell is the developer.

Once work reaches the rooftop, the height difference with 432 Park Avenue will become more apparent. Meanwhile, SHoP Architect’s slender ...

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Wealth Report: London Vs NYC

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Wealth Report: London Vs NYC

Here are some insights from the latest Knight-Frank – 2019 Wealth Report – and other luxury market indicators.

Yes, the New York real estate market cooled down in 2018, but the city is still a favorite, amongst the uber rich of the world, for prime property investment.

New York is the world’s leading city for both residential and commercial investment, cementing its position as a global wealth hub. The study, which surveys global trends among ...

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Glamping in the City

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Glamping in the City

When Governors Island was decommissioned and an organization appointed to oversee its redevelopment, Peter Mack, the CEO and founder of Collective Retreats, saw a golden opportunity.

He approached the organization with a compelling offer: create up to $700 per night accommodation with minimal building costs. How did he do it? By setting up luxury tents with a few shared amenities, as the Associated Press reported. The glamping experience features electricity, full beds with fine linens, an on-site restaurant and sweeping views ...

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Amazon HQ2 in NYC: it’s a GO

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Amazon HQ2 in NYC: it’s a GO

Amazon has revealed its plan to develop a second headquarters along the East River banks of Long Island City, Queens. The “HQ2” corporate complex will span multiple lots and structures on Vernon Boulevard, from 44th Road, all the way to 46th Avenue.

The HQ2 development arrives as a joint venture between several state agencies and private entities. Government agencies include Empire State Development, the NYC Economic Development Corporation, and the City of New York. TF Cornerstone was selected as the ...

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