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New York Post
2 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
$1B residential project kicks off in Gowanus — as ‘starchitect' reveals vision for 1,000-unit rental tower
BIG is back – and better — in Gowanus. The developers of 175 Third St. tapped Bjarke Ingalls' much-in-demand architectural firm to design their planned, 1,000-unit, rental apartment tower – and it's nothing like BIG's earlier concept for previous site-owner Aby Rosen's RFR Realty. The new 175 Third St. from Charney Companies and Tavros will stand 27 stories encompassing over 1 million square feet – the fifth building by the partners on four different sites on the Gowanus Canal's eastern side. 4 A rendering of 175 Third St. in Gowanas, Brooklyn. Bucharest Studio The images on this page reveal Ingalls' new vision for the first time, which the architect described as 'stacked blocks of cascading concrete volumes, cascading down toward the canal waterfront.' 'We had our eyes on the site forever,' Charney Companies principal Sam Charney said. 'But someone else always owned it' until 'the price finally came down [to $164 million] and we knew this was the time.' The purchase closed in May. When RFR bailed, it was expected that Charney and Tavros would choose a different architect. Instead, they liked Ingalls' new concept the best of the proposals they solicited from a half-dozen 'starchitects.' 4 175 Third St. rendering. Bucharest Studio 'We did not like the previous iteration,' Charney told Realty Check. 'It was inefficient and hard to build. It had a red-brick design that kind of drowned out the [red brick] Powerhouse Arts structure next door.' But Ingalls' new conception 'blew us away,' Charney said. Its textured 'architectural concrete' will look as if it's chiseled out of rock' — an homage to the area's industrial past. Chamfered, angled corners at various heights generate 'cool outdoor spaces.' A federal-supervised cleanup of the two-mile-long, noxious canal that began ten years ago prompted the city to rezone 82 blocks in the former low-rise manufacturing area for residential use. The rush to create nearly 9,000 new rental apartments spurred a construction boom. 4 Bucharest Studio A portion of the once-toxic canal – long a punch line of stand-up comedians – emerged as the district's unlikely scenic centerpiece. The waterway now suggests a picturesque, slow-moving river between handsome apartment towers on both sides. The waterfront promenade will eventually run the canal's length, with each developer responsible for the segment in front of their buildings. The ones Charney and Tavros are installing on their Nevins and Third Street frontages will be landscaped by Field Operations of High Line Park fame. Construction of 175 Third St. will likely start when the Nevins and Douglass Street buildings are finished roughly a year from now. 4 Rendering of the two buildings that will comprise Nevins Landing. Fogarty Finger The new 175 Third Street will have 1,000 rental units, of which 25% are 'affordable' as required by neighborhood Mandatory Inclusionary Zoning. It will follow Charney and Tavros' 224-unit Union Channel, which opened in February and is already 60% rented; and Douglass Port at 251 Douglass St. and Nevins Landing at 310 and 340 Nevins St., both under construction. Sam Charney estimated the development cost of 175 Third St., including the land purchase, at about $1 billion. With 100,000 square feet of retail space, it will be the crown jewel of what Charney and Tavros call a 'Gowanus Wharf campus' even though the buildings aren't next to each other. It will boast a 30,000 square-foot public park with 250 feet of canal boardwalk; sports facilities, a dog run, rooftop lounges, spa pools and a three-acre, landscaped courtyard, plus 35,000 square feet of lavish indoor amenities.
Global News
27-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Global News
15 summer camp essentials to add to your kid's packing list
The Curator independently decides what topics and products we feature. When you purchase an item through our links, we may earn a commission. Promotions and products are subject to availability and retailer terms. Are you getting ready to send someone you love off to summer camp? Packing is all about balancing necessities, comfort and fun—and making sure nothing important gets left behind. To help, we've rounded up 15 summer camp essentials, from practical must-haves to playful little extras designed to make your kiddo's camp experience even more enjoyable and memorable. Neutrogena Kids Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ Sunscreen is a summer camp must, and this travel-friendly stick covers lots of bases: it's water-resistant for 80 minutes, can be applied to the face and body and is easy to pack in your child's backpack. $22.98 on Amazon Story continues below advertisement OFF Gentle DEET Free Insect and Mosquito Repellent Bugs can take a real bite out of summer camp fun. This DEET-free insect repellent spray uses 10% Icaridin to protect against mosquitoes, black flies and more. Tip: Check if the camp has any rules about allowed insect repellents. $12.48 on Amazon Roots Kids Nature Glow Bucket Hat A delightful pick for keeping the hot sun off their head by day, this adorable bucket hat earns bonus points with your little camper at night with its fun glow-in-the-dark-detail design. It's a cute camp essential with round-the-clock style. $34.00 at Roots JAN & JUL Kids' Flexible UV-400 Polarized Sunglasses with Strap Durable, flexible and stylish, these sporty sunglasses are summer go-to's. The removable, adjustable strap is a smart bonus—great for keeping them in place during active camp days. $27.99 on Amazon Story continues below advertisement EverBrite LED Rechargeable Kids Headlamp For overnight campers, a headlamp adds both fun and safety after dark. This adjustable, kid-friendly version features three lighting modes and a colourful design—perfect for late-night walks, reading in bed or flashlight tag. $18.99 on Amazon Roots Kids Camp Packable Jacket As much as we wish for sunny days for camp, Canadian summers can be… unpredictable. Cute, comfy and (importantly) packable, this hooded jacket features a DWR coating to help keep your kiddo dry and protected when the weather turns. $74.00 at Roots BIG ELEPHANT 3-Pack Kids Short Sleeve Rash Guard Shirt UPF 50 Stretchy, breathable and stylish for swim days or outdoor play, these UPF 50+ rash guard T-shirts come in a three-pack— convenient for keeping your camper comfortable and protected all summer long. $35.99 on Amazon (was $39.99) Story continues below advertisement HIITAVE Kids Water Shoes Walking barefoot on the rocky beach or in camp showers? Not ideal. These lightweight water shoes have quick-drying uppers made from diving material and non-slip soles to help keep your camper's feet comfortable on the go. $19.99 on Amazon (was $20.99) You may also like: 3 Pack Girls Joggers – $48.44 Sun Hat with Neck Flap- $28.99 Beaver Canoe Sweatshorts – $36 Mesh Shower Caddy Tote – $13.9 My Summer Camp Journal For Kids – $11.43 Bentgo® Kids 14' Backpack The best summer camp backpacks have plenty of compartments, durable construction and fun, kid-approved designs. This lightweight, water-resistant pick checks all the boxes—great for camp, day trips or any on-the-go adventure. $39.99 on Amazon Story continues below advertisement GROSCHE Alpine Flip 'N Sip 16oz Insulated Water Bottle Keep your kiddo cool and hydrated at camp with this leakproof, triple-insulated water bottle from Canadian brand GROSCHE. The flip-'n'-sip lid makes it easy to use, and it keeps drinks chilled for hours. $29.99 on Amazon Lane Linen 3-Piece Cotton Percale Twin Sheet Set Does your kiddo's camp ask you to pack bedding? This lightweight cotton set is perfect for muggy nights. Just be sure to double-check the camp's bed size before packing. $39.99 on Amazon (was $59.99) Diveblues Kids Microfiber Beach Towel Convenient for camp showers, swim time or lake dips, this playfully patterned microfiber towel is lightweight, quick-drying and takes up way less space than a bulky bath towel. $16.99 on Amazon (was $19.99) Story continues below advertisement ALVABABY 2-Pack Wet Dry Bags Help your camper keep wet or dirty clothes separate from clean ones with these waterproof zippered wet/dry bags—ideal for swimwear, muddy socks or T-shirts after surprise rainstorms. $16.99 on Amazon Marble Composition Notebook If your child's camp is tech-free, a classic journal is a fun way for them to capture memories old-school style—great for doodles, stories or jotting down their favorite camp moments. $13.99 at Indigo Ez Kids Clothing Labels Worried they'll lose what you packed? These self-adhesive labels stick to clothing, hats, swim gear and more. Label their essentials ahead of time and then toss in a few extras, just in case. $18.99 on Amazon (was $19.99) Story continues below advertisement You may also like: Camp T-Shirt – $28.00 Itch Relief Patches – $18.88 Kids Flashlight – $13.99 Camping Sleeping Bag – $39.99 Travel Toothbrush Kit – $7.99
The Age
25-05-2025
- Business
- The Age
‘Landscrapers' and record breakers: 10 stunning new buildings set to open
It's rare a building creates a new word; in this case, the word is 'landscraper'. For sheer size alone, Google's new UK HQ earns a mention; at 330 metres long, the wedge-shaped Google site is longer than The Shard is tall. Located beside Kings Cross and St Pancras stations in central London, Copenhagen disruptors Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) and Kings Cross locals Heatherwick Studio, looked to the railway stations and urban landscape for its design. On a human level, the zero-carbon behemoth's green roofs are planted with 250 trees and shrubs, with a running track and pool. Expo 2025, Osaka, Japan Osaka is currently a global hotbed of contemporary architecture with the opening of the latest world Expo on an artificial island on April 13. As more than150 country pavilions battle for the crowds' favour, the ring that binds them is Sou Fujimoto's Grand Ring. Built to the concept of Unity in Diversity, the world's largest wooden architectural structure – as declared by Guinness World Records – measures up to 20 metres high, with an outer diameter of 675 metres. Tapping into the increasing use of timber in public architecture, the cypress and cedar structure employs traditional Japanese techniques often found in temples, such as nuki timber joinery, and is crowned by a two-kilometre Skywalk. See Statement bridges The late Dame Zaha Hadid's legacy continues when her vision of the Danjiang Bridge in Taipei is completed at the end of this year. The 920-metre, cable-stayed bridge crosses the Tamsui River, and is entirely suspended on one single, concrete 211-metre mast, making it the world's longest single-mast, asymmetric cable-stayed bridge. Meanwhile, in south-west China Huajiang Canyon Bridge will be the world's tallest suspension bridge in this mountainous province already renowned for its record-breaking bridges. Taking design cues from San Francisco's Golden Gate, expect a stargazing bar reached by a glass elevator, a bungy-jump platform and an 800-metre glass walkway 400 metres above ground when it opens in June. See Maloca, Costa Rica As politicians argue whether there is a climate crisis, architecture practices such as Bali-based Ibuku continue quietly to create sustainable design from renewable materials, specifically bamboo. The designers of Bali's Green School, their latest project is a medicine temple, yoga and meditation space called Maloca at retreat centre Tierramor in Nosara, Costa Rica. 'Bamboo is a symbol of resilience and ecological harmony,' says the practice, which used local building traditions and low-impact techniques to create 'an organic extension of the landscape in perfect symbiosis with the natural world and the human body'. The dome is positioned to allow the play of sunlight and shadow, channel wind for optimal air circulation and frame panoramic views, says architect Adriel Frederick. See Vernacular airports Finally, airports' role as the gateways to a country see generic, grey temples of transport traded for unique, country-specific design. Foster + Partners' Techo International Airport in Phnom Penh takes its cues from Cambodia's distinct architecture and native flora, with 'trees' upholding its undulating roof that mimics the jungle canopy. Back in Australia, the bush flora of the Cumberland Plane and the Blue Mountains played a role in the design of Western Sydney International Airport, by Zaha Hadid Architects and Australia's Cox Architecture. The terminal's roof was inspired by the local eucalyptus tree, says the Cox team. Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention & Event Centre, Victoria Geelong's waterfront has long been a gathering place for the Wadawurrung People, and their language now names the city's newest gathering space. 'The name Nyaal Banyul encourages people to open their eyes to the hills of Wadawurrung Country, for these hills hold our stories,' says Corrina Eccles of the Wadawurrung, who engaged with the operators of the site for a shared vision for the venue. The complex includes a 200-room Crowne Plaza, a 1000-seat theatre, public plaza and event spaces when it opens in May 2026. The project is led by Australian architect firm Woods Bagot, whose most recent work in the travel sphere includes Melbourne's StandardX hotel and the interiors of The Ghan's new carriages. 'The centre will build on Geelong's legacy as a UNESCO City of Design,' says project design lead Bruno Mendes. See Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, Los Angeles, US Less Death Star, more sinuous cloud, this five-storey, billion-dollar museum is founded by filmmaker George Lucas and his wife Mellody Hobson. Ma Yansong of Beijing-based MAD Architects threw out the right angles when designing the organically-shaped, earthquake-ready museum. Clad in a shell of 1500 polymer tiles, it hovers over newly created parklands that were, before this project, parking lots. Set to open in 2026, it will also hold the Lucasfilm archive, which includes the inspiration for the Star Wars universe. See Aramco Stadium, al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia Loading As 2034 hosts of FIFA World Cup, the most-watched sporting event on the planet, Saudi Arabia need to bring their A-game to their stadiums. It plans a slew of new stadiums, including Aramco Stadium by sports venue specialists Populous. With significant input from the firm's Australian design team, the facade's spiralling, overlapping translucent sails were inspired by whirlpools that occur in the nearby Arabian Gulf, and direct natural light throughout the 47,000-seat venue. Populous, the firm behind the Sphere in Las Vegas is also working on a 92,000-seat stadium in Riyadh, a new home for top Italian team AS Roma and a new stand at Wales' STōK Cae Ras stadium, home of Wrexham FC, owned by Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The Aramco Stadium opens in 2026, in time to host matches in the 2027 Asian Cup.
Sydney Morning Herald
25-05-2025
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
‘Landscrapers' and record breakers: 10 stunning new buildings set to open
It's rare a building creates a new word; in this case, the word is 'landscraper'. For sheer size alone, Google's new UK HQ earns a mention; at 330 metres long, the wedge-shaped Google site is longer than The Shard is tall. Located beside Kings Cross and St Pancras stations in central London, Copenhagen disruptors Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) and Kings Cross locals Heatherwick Studio, looked to the railway stations and urban landscape for its design. On a human level, the zero-carbon behemoth's green roofs are planted with 250 trees and shrubs, with a running track and pool. Expo 2025, Osaka, Japan Osaka is currently a global hotbed of contemporary architecture with the opening of the latest world Expo on an artificial island on April 13. As more than150 country pavilions battle for the crowds' favour, the ring that binds them is Sou Fujimoto's Grand Ring. Built to the concept of Unity in Diversity, the world's largest wooden architectural structure – as declared by Guinness World Records – measures up to 20 metres high, with an outer diameter of 675 metres. Tapping into the increasing use of timber in public architecture, the cypress and cedar structure employs traditional Japanese techniques often found in temples, such as nuki timber joinery, and is crowned by a two-kilometre Skywalk. See Statement bridges The late Dame Zaha Hadid's legacy continues when her vision of the Danjiang Bridge in Taipei is completed at the end of this year. The 920-metre, cable-stayed bridge crosses the Tamsui River, and is entirely suspended on one single, concrete 211-metre mast, making it the world's longest single-mast, asymmetric cable-stayed bridge. Meanwhile, in south-west China Huajiang Canyon Bridge will be the world's tallest suspension bridge in this mountainous province already renowned for its record-breaking bridges. Taking design cues from San Francisco's Golden Gate, expect a stargazing bar reached by a glass elevator, a bungy-jump platform and an 800-metre glass walkway 400 metres above ground when it opens in June. See Maloca, Costa Rica As politicians argue whether there is a climate crisis, architecture practices such as Bali-based Ibuku continue quietly to create sustainable design from renewable materials, specifically bamboo. The designers of Bali's Green School, their latest project is a medicine temple, yoga and meditation space called Maloca at retreat centre Tierramor in Nosara, Costa Rica. 'Bamboo is a symbol of resilience and ecological harmony,' says the practice, which used local building traditions and low-impact techniques to create 'an organic extension of the landscape in perfect symbiosis with the natural world and the human body'. The dome is positioned to allow the play of sunlight and shadow, channel wind for optimal air circulation and frame panoramic views, says architect Adriel Frederick. See Vernacular airports Finally, airports' role as the gateways to a country see generic, grey temples of transport traded for unique, country-specific design. Foster + Partners' Techo International Airport in Phnom Penh takes its cues from Cambodia's distinct architecture and native flora, with 'trees' upholding its undulating roof that mimics the jungle canopy. Back in Australia, the bush flora of the Cumberland Plane and the Blue Mountains played a role in the design of Western Sydney International Airport, by Zaha Hadid Architects and Australia's Cox Architecture. The terminal's roof was inspired by the local eucalyptus tree, says the Cox team. Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention & Event Centre, Victoria Geelong's waterfront has long been a gathering place for the Wadawurrung People, and their language now names the city's newest gathering space. 'The name Nyaal Banyul encourages people to open their eyes to the hills of Wadawurrung Country, for these hills hold our stories,' says Corrina Eccles of the Wadawurrung, who engaged with the operators of the site for a shared vision for the venue. The complex includes a 200-room Crowne Plaza, a 1000-seat theatre, public plaza and event spaces when it opens in May 2026. The project is led by Australian architect firm Woods Bagot, whose most recent work in the travel sphere includes Melbourne's StandardX hotel and the interiors of The Ghan's new carriages. 'The centre will build on Geelong's legacy as a UNESCO City of Design,' says project design lead Bruno Mendes. See Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, Los Angeles, US Less Death Star, more sinuous cloud, this five-storey, billion-dollar museum is founded by filmmaker George Lucas and his wife Mellody Hobson. Ma Yansong of Beijing-based MAD Architects threw out the right angles when designing the organically-shaped, earthquake-ready museum. Clad in a shell of 1500 polymer tiles, it hovers over newly created parklands that were, before this project, parking lots. Set to open in 2026, it will also hold the Lucasfilm archive, which includes the inspiration for the Star Wars universe. See Aramco Stadium, al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia Loading As 2034 hosts of FIFA World Cup, the most-watched sporting event on the planet, Saudi Arabia need to bring their A-game to their stadiums. It plans a slew of new stadiums, including Aramco Stadium by sports venue specialists Populous. With significant input from the firm's Australian design team, the facade's spiralling, overlapping translucent sails were inspired by whirlpools that occur in the nearby Arabian Gulf, and direct natural light throughout the 47,000-seat venue. Populous, the firm behind the Sphere in Las Vegas is also working on a 92,000-seat stadium in Riyadh, a new home for top Italian team AS Roma and a new stand at Wales' STōK Cae Ras stadium, home of Wrexham FC, owned by Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The Aramco Stadium opens in 2026, in time to host matches in the 2027 Asian Cup.
Sydney Morning Herald
24-05-2025
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
Ten of the best new modern design marvels to have on your radar
It's rare a building creates a new word; in this case, the word is 'landscraper'. For sheer size alone, Google's new UK HQ earns a mention; at 330 metres long, the wedge-shaped Google site is longer than The Shard is tall. Located beside Kings Cross and St Pancras stations in central London, Copenhagen disruptors Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) and Kings Cross locals Heatherwick Studio, looked to the railway stations and urban landscape for its design. On a human level, the zero-carbon behemoth's green roofs are planted with 250 trees and shrubs, with a running track and pool. Expo 2025, Osaka, Japan Osaka is currently a global hotbed of contemporary architecture with the opening of the latest world Expo on an artificial island on April 13. As more than150 country pavilions battle for the crowds' favour, the ring that binds them is Sou Fujimoto's Grand Ring. Built to the concept of Unity in Diversity, the world's largest wooden architectural structure – as declared by Guinness World Records – measures up to 20 metres high, with an outer diameter of 675 metres. Tapping into the increasing use of timber in public architecture, the cypress and cedar structure employs traditional Japanese techniques often found in temples, such as nuki timber joinery, and is crowned by a two-kilometre Skywalk. See Statement bridges The late Dame Zaha Hadid's legacy continues when her vision of the Danjiang Bridge in Taipei is completed at the end of this year. The 920-metre, cable-stayed bridge crosses the Tamsui River, and is entirely suspended on one single, concrete 211-metre mast, making it the world's longest single-mast, asymmetric cable-stayed bridge. Meanwhile, in south-west China Huajiang Canyon Bridge will be the world's tallest suspension bridge in this mountainous province already renowned for its record-breaking bridges. Taking design cues from San Francisco's Golden Gate, expect a stargazing bar reached by a glass elevator, a bungy-jump platform and an 800-metre glass walkway 400 metres above ground when it opens in June. See Maloca, Costa Rica As politicians argue whether there is a climate crisis, architecture practices such as Bali-based Ibuku continue quietly to create sustainable design from renewable materials, specifically bamboo. The designers of Bali's Green School, their latest project is a medicine temple, yoga and meditation space called Maloca at retreat centre Tierramor in Nosara, Costa Rica. 'Bamboo is a symbol of resilience and ecological harmony,' says the practice, which used local building traditions and low-impact techniques to create 'an organic extension of the landscape in perfect symbiosis with the natural world and the human body'. The dome is positioned to allow the play of sunlight and shadow, channel wind for optimal air circulation and frame panoramic views, says architect Adriel Frederick. See Vernacular airports Finally, airports' role as the gateways to a country see generic, grey temples of transport traded for unique, country-specific design. Foster + Partners' Techo International Airport in Phnom Penh takes its cues from Cambodia's distinct architecture and native flora, with 'trees' upholding its undulating roof that mimics the jungle canopy. Back in Australia, the bush flora of the Cumberland Plane and the Blue Mountains played a role in the design of Western Sydney International Airport, by Zaha Hadid Architects and Australia's Cox Architecture. The terminal's roof was inspired by the local eucalyptus tree, says the Cox team. Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention & Event Centre, Victoria Geelong's waterfront has long been a gathering place for the Wadawurrung People, and their language now names the city's newest gathering space. 'The name Nyaal Banyul encourages people to open their eyes to the hills of Wadawurrung Country, for these hills hold our stories,' says Corrina Eccles of the Wadawurrung, who engaged with the operators of the site for a shared vision for the venue. The complex includes a 200-room Crowne Plaza, a 1000-seat theatre, public plaza and event spaces when it opens in May 2026. The project is led by Australian architect firm Woods Bagot, whose most recent work in the travel sphere includes Melbourne's StandardX hotel and the interiors of The Ghan's new carriages. 'The centre will build on Geelong's legacy as a UNESCO City of Design,' says project design lead Bruno Mendes. See Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, Los Angeles, US Less Death Star, more sinuous cloud, this five-storey, billion-dollar museum is founded by filmmaker George Lucas and his wife Mellody Hobson. Ma Yansong of Beijing-based MAD Architects threw out the right angles when designing the organically-shaped, earthquake-ready museum. Clad in a shell of 1500 polymer tiles, it hovers over newly created parklands that were, before this project, parking lots. Set to open in 2026, it will also hold the Lucasfilm archive, which includes the inspiration for the Star Wars universe. See Aramco Stadium, al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia Loading As 2034 hosts of FIFA World Cup, the most-watched sporting event on the planet, Saudi Arabia need to bring their A-game to their stadiums. It plans a slew of new stadiums, including Aramco Stadium by sports venue specialists Populous. With significant input from the firm's Australian design team, the facade's spiralling, overlapping translucent sails were inspired by whirlpools that occur in the nearby Arabian Gulf, and direct natural light throughout the 47,000-seat venue. Populous, the firm behind the Sphere in Las Vegas is also working on a 92,000-seat stadium in Riyadh, a new home for top Italian team AS Roma and a new stand at Wales' STōK Cae Ras stadium, home of Wrexham FC, owned by Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The Aramco Stadium opens in 2026, in time to host matches in the 2027 Asian Cup.
