Architectural Digest takes a tour inside the iconic and recently restored Hotel Chelsea, an infamous landmark in New York City's Chelsea neighborhood. Owner Sean MacPherson and historian William Benton share insights into the hotel's storied past as a creative haven for generations of artists, writers, and musicians, including legendary figures like Bob Dylan, Patti Smith, Leonard Cohen, Andy Warhol, and Sid Vicious. The video showcases the meticulous renovation process, highlighting how historical elements were preserved while integrating modern amenities. Viewers get a glimpse of the lobby, various hotel rooms, the diverse art collection, and the hotel's distinct restaurants and bars, including El Quijote, Café Chelsea, and Teruko. The renovation aimed to elevate the hotel's design while maintaining its unique, eclectic, and rebellious spirit, creating a timeless space that feels like a parallel universe.
[VIDEO] Overlooked Architecture of NYC's First Subway System
Join host Jamie Adams from Up To The East Side as he explores the fascinating original portion of the New York City subway system, built by the Interborough Rapid Transit Company (IRT) and opened in 1904. The journey begins on Manhattan's Upper West Side at the 110 Street-Cathedral Parkway Station, showcasing its mosaic tiles and expanded platforms. Jamie highlights unique architectural features in various stations, including the distinctive control houses at 72nd Street and Atlantic Avenue, the historic ticket booth at Wall Street, and the captivating Turkish kiosk replica at Astor Place. The video also visits the impressive original IRT Powerhouse near Columbus Circle, a landmark built to electrify the nascent subway. Each stop reveals a blend of meticulously preserved turn-of-the-century design and modern updates, offering a rare glimpse into the early engineering and aesthetics of one of the world's most iconic transportation networks.
[WATCH] The Dying Art of Serving Dim Sum
This video explores the enduring tradition of dim sum cart service at Golden Palace Restaurant in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, where two dedicated women, Pik Chan and Cheong Yin Ho, have worked side-by-side for nearly two decades. Host Priya Krishna highlights the strenuous demands of their job—navigating crowded dining rooms with heavy trolleys, keeping food hot, and communicating through glances and hand gestures amidst the lunch rush. The piece delves into their daily routines, from early morning kitchen prep to serving customers, emphasizing their teamwork, resilience, and the cultural significance of dim sum as a multi-generational family gathering.