Monthly Archives: July 2013

Dog Days of Summer

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Craig Nelson

Apologies in advance for the cheesy title, but sometimes you just have to pull an old cliche out of your doggie bag of tricks — especially when you’re walking down 23rd Street in Chelsea and come across this guy:

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Peek Inside the Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Craig Nelson

Have you ever looked up and seen that massive 1920’s skyscraper looming over Atlantic Avenue and the new Barclay’s Center? Yes, the really phallic one. Well, if you ever wondered what the inside looks like, I recently snapped a few … Continue reading →

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A Multi Cultural Family Party Center

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Craig Nelson

Here it is: The most descriptive business awning in the beautiful borough of Queens–Club SANM. It looks a little run down from the street, but on the inside, it’s completely decked out as a local events center. Families? Come on … Continue reading →

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Afternoon Lunching on a Budget: Motorino

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Craig Nelson

Have you ever imagined getting a free, gourmet lunch everyday in your office? Well, I lived that dream for 16 months at a little search engine company that doesn’t hold back when it comes to feeding their employees. Those days … Continue reading →

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Cars in the Modern Metropolis

Posted on July 6, 2013 by Craig Nelson

Cars in New York.  They come close to running you over on the city streets every three blocks, they’re expensive, they pollute the air, they’re really hard to park, and most models produced today are just plain ugly. Just compare … Continue reading →

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