It was once the tallest building in the world. Today, its presence on New York City's skyline remains unmatched. The nearly century-old Empire State Building is an intricate ecosystem, having undergone a complete modernization both inside and out.

The 9/11 Tribute Museum, a museum near New York's World Trade Center dedicated to preserving the memory of the Sept. 11 attacks, is closing after Wednesday.

Today Architectural Digest takes you to New York City for an insightful walking tour of Greenwich Village with architect Nicholas Potts. From jazz clubs and coffee shops to the dramatic arch at Washington Square Park and the landmark buildings on Waverly Place, "The Village" continues to exist at the nexus of New York's past, present, and future. Come along with Nick as he explores the architectural details hidden in plain sight.