New York City's bustling streets hide some truly fascinating secrets: buildings that aren't what they seem! From the massive, windowless 33 Thomas Street, designed to withstand a nuclear blast and believed to be an NSA surveillance hub, to a charming Brooklyn Heights townhouse that's actually a subway ventilation shaft, the city is full of architectural deceptions. You'll also discover a faux residential complex in the Bronx concealing an electrical substation, the iconic Flatiron Building's surprisingly thin appearance, and a beautifully preserved historic laboratory on Roosevelt Island that now houses subway infrastructure. While some of these "fake" facades blend seamlessly, others, like the unfinished-looking MTA building in Greenwich Village, sparked local controversy, revealing the surprising stories behind New York's hidden structures.
via ReYOUNiverse
Matt Coneybeare
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Matt enjoys exploring the City's with his partner and son. He is an avid marathon runner, and spends most of his time eating, running, and working on cool stuff.
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