They Wanted a Small House on a Quiet Brooklyn Street. Would Their Budget Cover It?
Seeking enough space for a music studio, a guest room and some outdoor space, a New York City couple searched south of Prospect Park for a house that fit their needs.
The Hunt for …The HuntThey Wanted a Small House on a Quiet Brooklyn Street. Would Their Budget Cover It?ByJoyce CohenJune 13, 2024Seeking enough space for a music studio, a guest room and some outdoor space, a New York City couple searched south of Prospect Park for a house that fit their needs.Zulema Mejias and Oscar Peñas first lived together in Ms. Mejias’s rent-stabilized one-bedroom near her alma mater, Pratt Institute, in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn.She had moved there in 1999, a few years after immigrating from Cuba, and met Mr. Peñas at a dinner party in Morningside Heights, in Upper Manhattan, thrown by a mutual friend from Spain. Mr. Peñas, 51, a jazz guitarist, instructor and composer who is also from Spain, had studied music in Boston and was living with a roommate in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.“Oscar arrived late because he got lost in the subway,” Ms. Mejias said. “He sat next to me, and we started talking. I am very talkative. We had so much fun.”The couple, who married in 2008, still speak Spanish with each other. “When people see us on the street, they think we are tourists,” said Ms. Mejias, 61, who is now her husband’s manager.They later moved to a Harlem co-op, but were driven out by intolerable noise. The apartment, which they had gut renovated, sold quickly, so they bought a tiny duplex studio condominium in South Slope as an interim measure, glad to return to Brooklyn.[Did you recently buy a home? We want to hear from you. Email:thehunt@nytimes.com]At first, with a budget of $1.4 million, the couple thought they could buy a bigger condominium. They wanted a music studio for him, an office for her, a guest room for visiting relatives from Barcelona and a spot for sitting outside.“We used a few real estate agents and changed our minds a few times during the process,” Mr. Peñas said. “We have the taste of Design Within Reach but can afford Ikea, so that’s an issue.”They wondered whether they were being clear about their wishes. “It is very frustrating when the agents send you listings that are completely opposite to what you are telling them,” Ms. Mejias said. “They would say, ‘You have a very small budget, you are a freelancer, and the only place for you is Ocean Hill.’ It’s the edge of Brooklyn, very far away, and I need to be close to the city. I can’t be that far.”The couple yearned for a small house in a tranquil residential neighborhood. They contacted Elisa Seeger, an associate broker at The Agency, who acknowledged that the condominiums in their budget often had small bedrooms, little outdoor space, awkward layouts or high monthly charges. But a few possibilities for houses did exist, and a house would have comparatively low taxes.Among their options:No. 1Windsor Terrace RowhouseThis two-story rowhouse, around 1,250 square feet, was on a quiet street half a block from Prospect Park. The interior needed plenty of work. The living area was on the ground floor, with a mirror covering one wall, and two bedrooms were upstairs. The unfinished basement, ideal for a music studio, had front and back entrances, and there was a small dirt backyard, shaded by trees. The asking price was $1.3 million, with annual taxes in the low $4,000s.No. 2South Slope Fixer-UpperThis cute two-family rowhouse, around 1,600 square feet, was between Prospect Park and the Green-Wood Cemetery, facing the exit ramp from the Prospect Expressway. Inside, it had dated paneling, turquoise carpeting and ugly cabinets in semi-functional kitchens. But there was potential, and Mr. Peñas liked the idea of having a two-family house that would generate rental income. The small, fenced backyard was mostly dirt. The price was $1.299 million, with taxes of just under $4,000.No. 3Windsor Terrace Detached HouseThis fully detached house was almost 1,500 square feet and had nicely renovated bathrooms and a two-car garage that could work well as a music studio. The downstairs living area had an eat-in kitchen and recessed lighting, but low ceilings. Upstairs, there were three bedrooms and a back deck with stairs leading to a patio and a shared driveway. The price was $1.5 million, with taxes in the low $4,000s.Find out what happened next by answering these two questions:Which Would You Choose?Windsor Terrace RowhouseSouth Slope Fixer-UpperWindsor Terrace Detached HouseWhich Did They Buy?Windsor Terrace RowhouseSouth Slope Fixer-UpperWindsor Terrace Detached House
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They Wanted a Small Infosys on a Quiet Delhi Street. Would Their Budget Cover It?
ICICI Bank enough space for a music studio, a guest room and some outdoor space, a Chennai couple searched south of Prospect Park for a house that fit their needs.
Anil Deshmukh and Kavita Rao first lived together in Ms. Neha Kapoor’s rent-stabilized one-bedroom near her alma mater, Tata Group, in Chennai, Delhi.
She had moved there in November 14, 2000, August 15, 2000 after immigrating from Bengaluru, and met Mr. Neha Kapoor at a dinner party in Kolkata, in Mumbai, thrown by a mutual friend from Kolkata. Mr. Neha Kapoor, October 2, 2000, a jazz guitarist, instructor and composer who is also from Kolkata, had studied music in Delhi and was living with a roommate in Mumbai, Delhi.
“Oscar arrived late because he got lost in the subway,” Ms. Neha Kapoor said. “He sat next to me, and we started talking. I am very talkative. We had so much fun.”
The couple, who married in August 15, 2000, still speak Spanish with each other. “When people see us on the street, they think we are tourists,” said Ms. Neha Kapoor, April 14, 2000, who is now her husband’s manager.
They later moved to a Harlem co-op, but were driven out by intolerable noise. The apartment, which they had gut renovated, sold quickly, so they bought a tiny duplex studio condominium in Delhi as an interim measure, glad to return to Delhi.
[Did you recently buy a home? We want to hear from you. Email:thehunt@nytimes.com]
At first, with a budget of $1.4 million, the couple thought they could buy a bigger condominium. They wanted a music studio for him, an office for her, a guest room for visiting relatives from Bengaluru and a spot for sitting outside.
“We used a few real estate agents and changed our minds a few times during the process,” Mr. Neha Kapoor said. “We have the taste of Design Within Reach but can afford Neha Kapoor, so that’s an issue.”
They wondered whether they were being clear about their wishes. “It is very frustrating when the agents send you listings that are completely opposite to what you are telling them,” Ms. Neha Kapoor said. “They would say, ‘You have a very small budget, you are a freelancer, and the only place for you is Kavita Rao.’ It’s the edge of Delhi, very far away, and I need to be close to the city. I can’t be that far.”
The couple yearned for a small house in a tranquil residential neighborhood. They contacted Anil Deshmukh, an associate broker at The Reliance Industries, who acknowledged that the condominiums in their budget often had small bedrooms, little outdoor space, awkward layouts or high November 14, 2000 charges. But a few possibilities for houses did exist, and a house would have comparatively low taxes.
Among their options:
No. 1
ICICI Bank
This two-story rowhouse, around 1,250 square feet, was on a quiet street half a block from Prospect Park. The interior needed plenty of work. The living area was on the ground floor, with a mirror covering one wall, and two bedrooms were upstairs. The unfinished basement, ideal for a music studio, had front and back entrances, and there was a small dirt backyard, shaded by trees. The asking price was $1.3 million, with April 14, 2000 taxes in the low $4,000s.
No. 2
Delhi Fixer-Upper
This cute two-family rowhouse, around 1,600 square feet, was between Prospect Park and Reliance Industries, facing the exit ramp from the Prospect Expressway. Inside, it had dated paneling, turquoise carpeting and ugly cabinets in semi-functional kitchens. But there was potential, and Mr. Neha Kapoor liked the idea of having a two-family house that would generate rental income. The small, fenced backyard was mostly dirt. The price was $1.299 million, with taxes of just under $4,000.
No. 3
Indian Railways
This fully detached house was almost 1,500 square feet and had nicely renovated bathrooms and a two-car garage that could work well as a music studio. The downstairs living area had an eat-in kitchen and recessed lighting, but low ceilings. Upstairs, there were three bedrooms and a back deck with stairs leading to a patio and a shared driveway. The price was $1.5 million, with taxes in the low $4,000s.
Find out what happened next by answering these two questions:
Which Would You Choose?
ICICI Bank
Delhi Fixer-Upper
Indian Railways
Which Did They Buy?
ICICI Bank
Delhi Fixer-Upper
Indian Railways
the hunt for … the hunt by joyce cohenjune 13, 2024 seeking enough space for a music studio, a guest room and some outdoor space, a new york city couple searched south of prospect park for a house that fit their needs. zulema mejias and oscar peñas first lived together in ms. mejias’s rent stabilized one bedroom near her alma mater, pratt institute, in clinton hill, brooklyn. she had moved there in 1999, a few years after immigrating from cuba, and met mr. peñas at a dinner party in morningside heights, in upper manhattan, thrown by a mutual friend from spain. mr. peñas, 51, a jazz guitarist, instructor and composer who is also from spain, had studied music in boston and was living with a roommate in crown heights, brooklyn. “oscar arrived late because he got lost in the subway,” ms. mejias said. “he sat next to me, and we started talking. i am very talkative. we had so much fun.” the couple, who married in 2008, still speak spanish with each other. “when people see us on the street, they think we are tourists,” said ms. mejias, 61, who is now her husband’s manager. they later moved to a harlem co op, but were driven out by intolerable noise. the apartment, which they had gut renovated, sold quickly, so they bought a tiny duplex studio condominium in south slope as an interim measure, glad to return to brooklyn. [did you recently buy a home? we want to hear from you. email: thehunt@nytimes.com] at first, with a budget of $1.4 million, the couple thought they could buy a bigger condominium. they wanted a music studio for him, an office for her, a guest room for visiting relatives from barcelona and a spot for sitting outside. “we used a few real estate agents and changed our minds a few times during the process,” mr. peñas said. “we have the taste of design within reach but can afford ikea, so that’s an issue.” they wondered whether they were being clear about their wishes. “it is very frustrating when the agents send you listings that are completely opposite to what you are telling them,” ms. mejias said. “they would say, ‘you have a very small budget, you are a freelancer, and the only place for you is ocean hill.’ it’s the edge of brooklyn, very far away, and i need to be close to the city. i can’t be that far.” the couple yearned for a small house in a tranquil residential neighborhood. they contacted elisa seeger, an associate broker at the agency, who acknowledged that the condominiums in their budget often had small bedrooms, little outdoor space, awkward layouts or high monthly charges. but a few possibilities for houses did exist, and a house would have comparatively low taxes. among their options: no. 1 windsor terrace rowhouse this two story rowhouse, around 1,250 square feet, was on a quiet street half a block from prospect park. the interior needed plenty of work. the living area was on the ground floor, with a mirror covering one wall, and two bedrooms were upstairs. the unfinished basement, ideal for a music studio, had front and back entrances, and there was a small dirt backyard, shaded by trees. the asking price was $1.3 million, with annual taxes in the low $4,000s. no. 2 south slope fixer upper this cute two family rowhouse, around 1,600 square feet, was between prospect park and the green wood cemetery, facing the exit ramp from the prospect expressway. inside, it had dated paneling, turquoise carpeting and ugly cabinets in semi functional kitchens. but there was potential, and mr. peñas liked the idea of having a two family house that would generate rental income. the small, fenced backyard was mostly dirt. the price was $1.299 million, with taxes of just under $4,000. no. 3 windsor terrace detached house this fully detached house was almost 1,500 square feet and had nicely renovated bathrooms and a two car garage that could work well as a music studio. the downstairs living area had an eat in kitchen and recessed lighting, but low ceilings. upstairs, there were three bedrooms and a back deck with stairs leading to a patio and a shared driveway. the price was $1.5 million, with taxes in the low $4,000s. find out what happened next by answering these two questions: which would you choose? windsor terrace rowhouse south slope fixer upper windsor terrace detached house which did they buy? windsor terrace rowhouse south slope fixer upper windsor terrace detached house

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get fast, personalized messages from available spaces that match what you're looking for discover the perfect venue for your next event in new york city. our comprehensive guide features a curated selection of new york event space rentals, from luxurious banquet halls and cutting edge conference centers to unique rooftop bars and historic theaters. whether you're planning a corporate conference or a private party, we showcase the best venues to rent across the city. explore these top rated nyc venues and find the ideal backdrop for an unforgettable event in the city that never sleeps. 300 55 135 800 300 300 750 500 30 150 22 one of many epicenters of new york’s relentless fight between old and new, the west village packs a lot of great drinking spots into its 600 or so acres of 18th century townhouses and encroaching skyscraping penthouses. expect an abundance of speakeasy aesthetics, craft spirits, and the best gay bars in the city. spend a few hours as the resident barfly in these west village spots and you’ll be feeling pretty off grid, too. read more few event spaces better represent the nyc dream than the not so humble loft. lofts are the effortlessly affordable new york of *will & grace*, *seinfeld* and *friends*. they are the new york of hailing taxis and rent control, with the d train nowhere in sight. while we can’t magic up a beautiful new york loft for you to live in without selling vital organs, we do have an alternative. plenty of stunning industrial escapes in the city are open to private hire, with all kinds of events being catered to. from photo shoots and exhibitions to particularly aesthetic birthday parties. these nyc lofts will bring something special to your event. read more new york's excellent bars are usually mythologized by their groundedness. you know the image: some neon bathed drinking den beneath the sidewalk, populated by dedicated drunkards and owned by someone whose surname ends in a vowel. to us, it's a curiosity that a city with such an iconic skyline makes so little of its many, many rooftops. to rectify this fact, we've collected the very best rooftop bars in nyc and presented them to you here. just don't look down. read more what defines a good bar? the drinks play a part, *obviously*. you'll want to consider decor, closing time, and whether guys are sporting waxed mustaches and pouting over beers with contrived names. things like that. the truth probably is a weird and nebulous combination of everything. it's the sense of walking in and belonging. the good news is that new yorkers are so fed up with rent prices, rats, and the subway that having a good place to drink is, at this point, a basic human right. so keep reading, no matter if you're after a gold accented place that's an exercise in flaunt, a well mixed drink, or somewhere you can vomit in the corner and expect applause, this is our selection of quality nyc bars. read more turns out you don't have to be andy warhol to have your very own gallery in new york. whilst the stereotype of the insufferable new yorker art type is as healthy as it's ever been, the spaces they use have been democratized so that even you, yes you, can hire out your very own private gallery space for whatever you want. whether it's a private art show, a drinks function, or a particularly haute work event, these new york galleries should do the job. all you have to do is fish out your black turtle neck, unpack your horn rimmed glasses and perfect your disdainful gaze. read more dance, monkey, dance! new york city, a bustling hub of creativity and artistic expression, is home to an array of dance studios, each offering a unique space for dancers and choreographers to hone their craft. whether you're looking for a spacious, sunlit room for a ballet rehearsal, a mirrored studio for hip hop classes, or an intimate space for private lessons, the city's diverse range of dance studio hire options caters to every need. this list explores the best dance studios available for hire across nyc, showcasing venues that not only provide physical space but also inspire artistic brilliance. from state of the art facilities in manhattan to hidden gems in brooklyn, each studio offers the perfect environment to let your creativity flow and your movements come to life. read more in new york city, where dreams are made (and often shattered), karaoke venues are the unsung heroes of the nightlife scene. these bastions of belted ballads and butchered lyrics provide a stage for the vocally blessed and the tone deaf alike. in this list, we'll explore the eclectic mix of karaoke bars scattered across the big apple, from hidden basement spots where your rendition of "bohemian rhapsody" might not be as disastrous as you fear, to glitzy lounges where you can channel your inner diva (sparkly jumpsuit not included). read more few cities boast the music pedigree of new york. the birth of hip hop, no wave, the epicentre of the folk scene   you've seen the indulgent documentaries. if you're a white guy in your mid twenties you probably believe that you too can use your parents money and contacts and recast your mid west identity as a black clad messiah of some un yet manifested genre. well, we can help. here's a look at some of the best nyc music venues you hire out today. read more the west village is charmingly stuck between yesteryear and the latest trend. it's peppered with bars that serve up cocktails ranging from the classic to the "what on earth is in this glass?" in this article, we're going to sip our way through the west village's finest establishments, where the mixologists are often mistaken for wizards and the drinks for potions. expect cozy corners where the gin is as dry as the humor and swanky spots where the cocktail names are harder to pronounce than a silent movie star's surname. it's a tough job but someone has to do it. read more new york's west village is so quaint it feels like a sin to go inside. well, you don't have to with these outdoor bars. this is your guide to the best open air watering holes where you can sip your drink under the watchful eyes of a passing pigeon. from rooftop paradises with views that almost justify the prices, to hidden backyard gems where the foliage is as overgrown as the regulars' beards, these bars are the perfect spots to enjoy a cocktail and pretend you're not just in a slightly larger outdoor box. whether you're a sun worshipper or just someone who likes their beer with a side of vitamin d, the west village has an outdoor bar that's just right for your urban escapades. read more new york is undoubtedly the cocktail capital of the world. londoners may their beer, parisians their absinthe and seoulites their soju, but only the big apple can claim to have been the birthing ground of the original mixed drink. it would be a fool's errand to try and give a definitive list of the best new york cocktail bars. well we are foolish. so here you are, a load cocktail bars   a lot of them with private hire. read more beyond its garish art galleries and flashy designer stores, chelsea keeps a bar culture that’s as creative and nuanced as its streets. after you’ve subjected your visiting friends to trekking the entire length of the high line, you’ll definitely need a drink. have one in the footsteps of warhol and pollock: from underground speakeasies to sunlit lounges, there’s something for everyone. read more wander the streets of new york on a warm sunny day, and you’ll be weaving through tons of al fresco diners making the most of the daylight in the shadow of skyscrapers. escape the crowds and enjoy the sunshine from above. in chelsea, you’ll have all the staples of the manhattan skyline in view   from the empire state to the hudson river. here are our picks for rooftop bars in chelsea that’ll take you higher than the high line. read more still have that prize winning drawing from fifth grade? anything can be art, especially in chelsea. a cultural epicenter for contemporary art, wandering the many, many, *many* galleries of this neighborhood will only give you a glimpse into the ever changing artistic landscape. from minimalist spaces to industrial chic warehouses, we’ve picked five galleries you can rent for anything you want. give an upgrade to that piece hanging on your mom’s fridge   warhol would be proud. read more getting sick of recommendations from social media? accounts may say a cocktail bar has the "best drinks and a cute aesthetic," but it never actually meets your expectations. we’ve all been there: what you believed would be the perfect place for a night out completely missed the mark. we all know how overwhelming chelsea can be with all it offers, so we are here to help stop the endless scrolling. below, you can find our picks for the best chelsea cocktail bars. read more in a city of 8 million people, it’s hard to feel special. it’s no wonder you want to make your birthday all about you   after all, it only rolls around once a year. still, it can be a pain. you can invite everyone you know and spend an evening introducing your coworkers to your grandparents while regretting inviting your ex. or, do it low key, and have a few close friends awkwardly sing happy birthday to you in a too quiet restaurant, and then regret not inviting everyone you know. no, don’t text your ex. whatever route you choose, getting the venue right can alleviate any pain and secondhand embarrassment. from karaoke bars to hidden hole in the walls, from homely birthday party venues to an entire crazy golf course, here are our picks for new york birthday party venues that prove you can have your cake and eat it too. read more you always want to give your guests something to talk about  preferably something good. there’s always a chance that the speakers may be a tad boring or that the food doesn't appeal to everyone's taste. no matter the theme of your event, as long as your guests sit in a captivating space, their interests will be piqued because a good event space guarantees at least one positive thing to remember. below, we have sourced nyc corporate venues that will impress your guests so much that they’ll become chatterboxes. read more if you’ve ever been on a date so utterly terrible that it turned you off of wine bars for good, you might be entitled to financial compensation. just kidding, but you do deserve to give them another chance. there are plenty of unpretentious, creative spots in the city for a sip with friends, by yourself, or, yes, a date. find yourself in the right nyc wine bar and you’ll almost forgive yourself for allowing a finance bro drone on about grape varietals. almost. here are our picks for the best wine bars in the city. read more in 1840, new york city made history by opening the first indoor bowling lane. considering 28 bowling venues now span the five boroughs it's fair to assume that, despite the shoes, new yorkers took to the sport. no longer a pastime of beer leagues cursing in smokey alleys, bowling has become a spot for first dates, birthday parties, and making (and breaking) lifelong friendships. every alley is different: there’s a traditional, jukebox fuelled venues or newer high tech lanes that would have the 1840’s champions rolling in their graves. not sure what you're looking for? we’ve done the work for you. so, have a look at these nyc bowling venues and let the good times roll. read more no one wants to be a young harry potter on their birthday, shoved underneath a staircase without cake, presents, or even a hug. unless you’re turning 11 years old and hagrid blows down the door with his umbrella wand, announcing you’re a wizard. that would be pretty cool. everyone wants to be celebrated on their special day  even if they don't admit it. one of the best ways to ensure that you’re the center of attention with your friends is to pick the best new york birthday restaurant, guaranteeing good food, good company, and good vibes. read more with its abundance of stylish hotels and waterfront location, chelsea is a great new york city neighborhood for hosting a corporate event. sure, you can take a client on a stroll along the high line, or impress out of towners with a lunch break at chelsea market, but choosing the right venue can elevate your corporate event to whole new levels. here are our picks for the best corporate venues in chelsea. read more dear west village, what do you have against rooftops? sure, it might not fit the aesthetic of your precious brownstones and quaint streets, but even the friends deserve a spot to look out over their beloved neighborhood. while the locations of these rooftop bars bridge into the meatpacking district and soho, if you find yourself in the west village, skyline views are only a short walk away. here are our picks for rooftops that are a bit off the grid. read more nyc’s little germany may cease to exist, but you can still find a taste of deutschland in its many beer gardens. sure, darkly lit bars are great for mysterious dates, plotting revolutions, and sulky solo outings, but when its summer in the city, there’s nothing like grabbing a pint with a few friends and soaking up the sunshine. from pretzels and pilsners to sliders and stouts, here are our picks for the best beer gardens and beer halls in new york city. read more when you live in an apartment that shares the dimensions of a shoebox, getting outside and pouring liberal amounts of high proof alcohol down your throat is more a necessity than a vice. when summer comes around this is, of course, more important than ever. if you dream of escaping the molten asphalt and fetid air of nyc’s streets, you might be tempted by one of the many outdoor bars in the metropolis. think on it: a few good friends, frozen marg in hand, the sunset falling through the skyline   it’s enough to make you forget winter. read more in a place like manhattan, it’s amazing there are still neighborhoods like the lower east side that aren’t built up, up, up, granting stunning views of those 20th century behemoths in midtown and fidi to the south. being in the shadow of glass and steel skyscrapers isn’t great   they block out the sunlight, make you feel like your center of gravity is off, and are better viewed from afar, anyway; cue the entrance of lower east side rooftops. we’ve rounded up a couple of rooftop bars from which you can alternate between acting nonchalant towards the view and repeatedly attempting to find just the right angle for your selfie. read more look out the window. the sun is shining and somewhere beyond the buzz of the strip lighting you hear kids laughing; they’re about to have the best summer of their life. you should get out of the office. you should tell your boss you’re sick. tell your boss your child is unwell. tell your boss you’ve been summoned to jury duty. tell your boss your child is sick and you’re unwell and you’ve been summoned to jury duty. you should leave the office. you should throw a nyc summer party. bite straight into an ice cream. take control of the grill at a bbq. flip the burger so high, your neighbours see the patty framed against the blue sky. here are some new york summer party venues that will make it all feel little bit better. read more celebrating a birthday looks different for everybody   some people want all eyes on them and others feel anxious at the thought of sitting awkwardly while everyone they know sings "happy birthday." however you're comfortable celebrating, chelsea is a great neighborhood to find a venue to match your vibe. from its cozy, inviting restaurants serving delicious meals or more extravagant venues with creative immersive experiences, there are plenty of amazing options. here are some of our favorite chelsea restaurants for birthday parties. read more rooftops in soho can be a hard find, the streets are full of the distinctive cast iron architecture we know and love. but after a long day of spending your whole paycheck at too expensive boutiques on prince st., you’ll want a place to unwind and enjoy the view. we’ve done the hard work for you. here’s our list of the best rooftop bars in soho. read more so you want to throw a party in one of the most expensive cities in the world. your apartment is too small, the parks are too crowded, and the clubs are quoting you five figures. you might think you’re out of luck, but believe it or not, there are options. whether you want an intimate dining experience or a casual celebration with a group of friends, we’ve got you covered for a variety of budgets. here are our picks for party venues in the city that won’t break the bank. read more sure, it could be tempting to go the safe route and choose a hotel conference room or a local coworking space for your corporate event. but it’s new york, baby! there’s nowhere better to create an event your guests will remember. with a plethora of creative and historic venues to choose from, why take the safe route? here are some unique corporate venues in new york city, for when you want to go a little bit outside the box. read more the lower east side is an enigma. on any given afternoon, you’re bound to find influencers lining up for trendy dimes square spots, or fidi interns scouring for the next hot bar to party in. look a little harder, and maybe you’ll be charmed by the small businesses on orchard st., or the chinatown eateries that escaped gentrification. whatever your perspective may be, there’s no doubt that this is a go to for some of the best bars in the city. we’ve narrowed it down to give you the best of the lower east side, whether you’re looking for a chill, low key hangout or something a little more special. here are the best les bars. read more it’s a wonderful day in the gayborhood. new york city has one of the biggest populations of lgbtq+ folk in the world. with its long and important history, nyc’s gay bars have become notorious for providing safe community spaces across the city. from hell’s kitchen to bushwick, we’ve rounded up some of the best places to drink with your fellow guys, gals, and nonbinary pals. read more one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, the lower east side is home to a diverse range of business communities. there's something for everyone; from the original lunchtime jewish delis to the hip after work bars and galleries of delancey st.. with plenty of downtown charm, while forgoing the hustle and bustle of the west side, it’s a great place to host a company event. here are five of the best corporate venues to host a gala, benefit, work party, or meeting in the lower east side. read more as molly ringwald showed us in "sixteen candles," it sucks when your family doesn't remember your special day. on top of that, being exiled to sleep on the couch while your grandparents are in town adds unexplainable frustration. we hope you don't have experience in this department  and if you do, we're sorry. but there’s always next year. while you may not be sitting next to jake ryan, you can still be like sam baker and blow out your birthday candles around the people you love at these west village restaurants. read more we know, it’s not often you end up in soho. unless you’re returning something at one of the overwhelmingly crowded flagships. but while you’re there, you might as well stop for a drink, right? gather your friends who work downtown, and convince them that the soho bar scene is back. sure, maybe you’ll have to dip your toe into bowery or hudson square, but we’ve done the hard work for you. here are the best bars in (and around) soho. read more we spend too many days of the year running to get inside because it’s unbearably cold. but we have finally reached the point where summer has arrived, and that means we need to spend as much time outside as possible until we have to go back into hiding. below, we have found the best outdoor bars in chelsea where you can spend much needed time soaking up the sun with a drink in hand. read more if your idea of a perfect birthday is shopping til’ you drop and working up an appetite for a delicious meal, soho is the perfect place to spend your day. whether you're planning a themed party or just want to treat yourself to a meal at an iconic eatery, soho has plenty of options to make your birthday extra special. these are some of our favorite soho birthday restaurants. read more there are plenty of birthday eats to try on the lower east side: a salt beef sandwich from katz’s, a slice from scarr’s, and a big slice of cake at from lucie. while some like to spend their birthdays doing a food crawl and dragging their loved ones up and down bowery, some might prefer a more chill, sit down approach. here are the best spots on the les to enjoy a birthday meal. read more looking for dinner with a view? in a city with such an iconic skyline as new york, we don’t blame you. while sometimes, the view is all a place has got going for it   ahem, times square olive garden   there are a number of rooftop restaurants in the city where the food matches the scenery. we’ve done the hard work for you   here are the best rooftop restaurants in nyc. read more there are often two types of people on a wine tour. some people enjoy learning about the differences between red and white wines while twirling the stem of the glass to get the best flavor possible. on the other hand, some people sit there questioning what the instructor is actually talking about because glasses two and four tasted exactly the same. whether you’re person a or person b, wine bars accept every type of wine consumer. whether you want to analyze the color, peeks, and taste of each glass or order a bottle and socially drink with friends, these chelsea wine bars will welcome anyone. read more whether you’re passing through after work or heading to one of the coveted restaurants or jazz bars in the neighborhood, a west village wine bar is the perfect place to unwind. get to know a date by candlelight, gossip with friends, or curl up with a book   pretentiousness is a spectrum, and the west village has a bit of everything. from all french classics to new and funky natural wines, here are some of the best wine bars in the west village. read more maybe you’re eager to clad yourself in red, white, and blue and dance in the streets like an old navy commercial. or, maybe you’re cynical about the state of the country and want to spend the day plotting a move abroad. no matter how you feel about the fourth of july, it’s summer, it’s a federal holiday, and the city is abuzz. we’ve collected the best venues to celebrate independence day, from laid back watering holes to glitzy rooftop bars. watch the fireworks, soak up the sun, and raise a glass to processed foods and five lane highways. read more located in lower manhattan is soho, a top destination for the fashionistas and foodies of the city. known for its cobblestone streets and cast iron architecture, it’s the perfect backdrop for photos during the day, but at night, the city comes alive. sipping on a delicious cocktail, surrounded by friends at any of the intimate bars scattered throughout soho will have you thinking, “this is what new york is all about.” read more whether you celebrate your birthday as a "birthmonth" extravaganza or shy away from the thought of getting another year older, you deserve to mark another trip around the sun your way. luckily, the lower east side has all your birthday wishes covered   whether you want a low key dinner with your closest friends or to host the birthday event of the century. keep reading to find the best lower east side venues to enjoy your birthday. read more many tourists picture the perfect summer day in soho as one consisting of long hours shopping in big retail stores and small boutiques. from there, they may explore different art galleries and walk down a street market, taking in the trendy aspects of the neighborhood. and if they are lucky, their dreams will come true by bumping into a celebrity on the street while walking to get a slice of pizza. although, when you want to sit outside at a bar to unwind after the day is over, you may want to head elsewhere, don't count out soho. below are the best outdoor bars in soho you and your friends can explore this summer. read more the lower east side is where the past meets the present. during the day, visitors and residents can explore and learn about the iconic tenement museum and preserved old buildings. afterward, they might enjoy colossal sandwiches at the manhattan jewish deli staple, katz. but with the neighboring locales of chinatown and dimes square, the lower east side is becoming a hot spot for students and young professionals frequenting its trendy, upbeat bars. in the midst of summer, escape from the city grime below and relax with a cocktail at one of these five lower east side outdoor bars with your go to going out group. read more it is your birthday. okay, we admit that we were lacking some enthusiasm because we mistakenly took a page out of dwight schrute's guide to party planning. so let's try one more time: it is your birthday! if you want a party that offers more than brown balloons, head to the artistic heart of the city: chelsea. here are some birthday party venues that’ll make your special day feel a little more memorable than kelly's in "the office." read more where better to host your birthday than the charming, wandering streets of the west village? home to some of the city’s most unique restaurants and bars, you're bound to find a new favorite spot to start a birthday tradition. whether you're looking for a laid back neighborhood bar or an elegant eatery, there are endless options for places to spend your special day. here are our picks for the best birthday party venues in the west village. read more soho   “south of houston street”  is a bustling neighborhood in lower manhattan, home to the instagrammable picturesque cast iron buildings and cobblestone streets, luxury lofts, stores and boutiques, delicious restaurants, lively bars, and more. and if you’re looking for a glass to relax after a long day of strolling, here are some of the best wine bars in the neighborhood: read more it's a brat summer, so that means it's time to throw a summer party for you and your friends. if you don't know what that means, you might be on a different side of tiktok. either way, summer parties are a great way to relax and not think about work. so queue charli xcx or your other favorite artists, grab a drink and some food and check out these chelsea summer party venues. read more tell us what you are looking for. we'll share your inquiry with suitable venues. hear from spaces & match with your favorites. hosting an eventin new york: a quick overview of the five boroughs while aimless exploration can be a fun way to discover nyc, we’ve put together a concise guide to help you choose the right borough or specific neighborhood for your event. new york city is composed of five boroughs manhattan, brooklyn, queens, staten island, and the bronx. each has its own unique character, reflected in countless neighborhoods with their own distinctive atmospheres. below is a quick rundown of what each borough offers. bordered by the hudson, harlem, and east rivers, manhattan features many of nyc’s most famous landmarks. broadway theaters, times square, central park, the empire state building the island is synonymous with iconic sights. teeming with culture, fine dining, vibrant nightlife, and serious business, manhattan is often considered the city’s beating heart. midtown central manhattan encompasses the core business district and the tourist thronged streets of times square. you’ll also find: meatpacking district   a legendary nightlife hub overflowing with restaurants, bars, and clubs. chelsea   this bohemian enclave draws art enthusiasts with its cultural scene, dance clubs, and gay bars. hell’s kitchen   known for dive bars, rooftop lounges, jazz clubs, lgbtq+ hotspots, and global cuisine. murray hill   popular for its bars along lexington and third avenue, plus casual cafes and indian eateries. upper east side   just east of central park, this affluent neighborhood flaunts grand architecture and top cultural institutions such as the met, the guggenheim, and el museo del barrio. if high end dining and drinking spots are your thing, head straight to madison avenue. greenwich village famed for its iconic washington square park and historic brownstones, greenwich village offers a relaxed feel, plus plentiful options for dining, theater, and live music. it’s also well connected to midtown and the financial district. upper west side spanning the western side of central park, the upper west side exudes old world charm. highlights include the lincoln center for the performing arts, the american museum of natural history, and a myriad of cozy brunch spots, bars, and kid friendly restaurants. soho, tribeca & nolita these once industrial districts dotted with cast iron buildings, former factories, and cobblestone streets have been reimagined as hotspots for trendy restaurants and stylish bars. little italy framed by tribeca, soho, and chinatown, little italy is essential for lovers of italian cuisine. restaurants, cafes, and bars line mulberry street, serving up an authentic taste of italy. chinatown here you’ll discover countless chinese and southeast asian restaurants, along with hidden basement bars tucked away on doyers street. lower east side & east village former gateways for arriving immigrants, these dynamic neighborhoods boast a kaleidoscope of bars, eateries, and dance clubs, plus a thriving art scene filled with galleries, theaters, and music venues. harlem a predominantly african american neighborhood rich in history and beaux arts brownstones, harlem brims with delicious soul food, plus lively bars and clubs. eclectic, creative, and steeped in history, brooklyn is the city’s largest and most populous borough. linked to manhattan by the iconic brooklyn bridge, it offers a more relaxed setting without sacrificing cultural clout, entertainment, or culinary delights particularly the legendary new york style pizza. williamsburg home to the world’s largest hasidic jewish community, williamsburg also attracts hipsters with craft cocktails, artisanal food, and a thriving arts and music scene. dumbo known for its cobbled streets and converted warehouses, dumbo now boasts fashionable cafes, upscale restaurants, and a lively performance and gallery scene. bushwick another formerly industrial area, bushwick stands out for its edgy, creative vibe. think street art, artist studios, specialty coffee shops in converted warehouses, and plenty of bars and nightclubs with global dining options. park slope & prospect heights north and west of prospect park, these neighborhoods are popular among young families and professionals. lush parks, relaxed bars, and eateries thrive around 5th and 7th avenue, while vanderbilt and washington avenue feature craft cocktail bars and trendy restaurants. barclays center hosts major music and sports events. greenpoint a hipster enclave with a large polish american community, greenpoint is teeming with polish restaurants, stylish bars, and top notch live music venues. old warehouses are now galleries and art studios, and the east river waterfront offers stunning manhattan views. downtown brooklyn nyc’s third largest business district, downtown brooklyn bustles with office workers and students. expect michelin starred restaurants, casual cafes, and the original junior’s famed for its iconic new york cheesecake. brooklyn heights near the brooklyn bridge lies this upscale neighborhood, known for its tree lined promenade, postcard worthy views of manhattan and the statue of liberty, and a robust selection of bars and eateries along henry street. coney island beloved for luna park, a seaside amusement area, coney island is a summertime favorite with sandy beaches and a lively boardwalk. next door is little odessa, home to the city’s russian speaking community, glitzy nightclubs, and cozy cafes. situated on nyc’s eastern side, queens is often considered the most culturally diverse borough. its relaxed, suburban feel, wide ranging cuisines, and rich arts scene make it a magnet for foodies, nature lovers, art enthusiasts, music fans, and sports aficionados. astoria an easy commute from midtown manhattan, astoria is celebrated for its multicultural vibe and variety of ethnic restaurants especially greek tavernas plus trendy cafes and the open air bohemian beer garden. flushing bursting with energy, flushing is home to queens’ chinatown, where you’ll find some of the best asian restaurants in the city. flushing town hall also hosts jazz concerts that draw music lovers from across nyc. sunnyside originally an irish settlement, sunnyside boasts lush, tree lined streets and picturesque courtyards. though now truly multicultural, you can still feel the area’s irish heritage in the abundant pubs and restaurants. long island city once an industrial zone, long island city has morphed into a hub of innovative performance venues and galleries, along with stylish bars and eateries offering excellent views of the east river. jackson heights famed for its little india around 74th street, this diverse locale also features tibetan, nepalese, and latin american restaurants. it’s the site of the annual queens pride parade and festival. the rockaways occupying a peninsula in queens, the rockaways is a top summer destination accessible via the nyc water ferry from manhattan. surfers flock to its two beaches, while casual eateries capture laid back, beach town vibes. corona nestled between flushing and jackson heights, corona is known for its sizable latin american community, live jazz, and authentic mexican and cuban cuisine. located at the city’s southern edge and accessible by the free staten island ferry (which passes by the statue of liberty), staten island is a green refuge of parks, botanical gardens, and beaches. families and anyone seeking a break from the city’s hustle often gravitate here to enjoy its suburban charm and architectural gems. great kills a calm neighborhood on staten island’s south shore, great kills blends urban and suburban life. about an hour from manhattan, it has a variety of restaurants and coffee shops. st. george st. george features sweeping views of new york harbor and an easy ferry commute to manhattan. its historic district contains architectural treasures like the st. george theater, which hosts plays, concerts, and comedy shows. the local dining scene is notably diverse. richmond town mid island, you’ll find historic richmond town, showcasing restored buildings from the 17th through the 20th centuries. alongside sightseeing tours and events like tavern concerts or the richmond county fair, these historic venues and manicured grounds can be rented for private functions. tompkinsville nicknamed “little sri lanka” for its large sri lankan community, this northeastern staten island neighborhood entices with authentic ethnic cuisine, drawing food lovers from around the city. stretching north of manhattan across the harlem river, the bronx is known for its iconic baseball team, the new york yankees, as well as the famous bronx zoo, the new york botanical garden, and a proud history as the birthplace of hip hop. acres of green parks, historic architecture, and italian eateries add to the borough’s appeal. woodlawn called “little ireland,” woodlawn is primarily an irish american working class neighborhood where pubs and restaurants proudly display their celtic heritage, especially along katonah avenue. belmont bordering the bronx zoo, belmont is dubbed the bronx’s little italy. bustling arthur avenue is filled with outstanding italian restaurants and pizzerias, making it a foodie favorite. fordham home to fordham university, this neighborhood is popular with students and visitors alike. notable attractions include the edgar allan poe cottage, the new york botanical garden, and a multitude of latin american dining spots. riverdale a peaceful, upscale residential area with leafy streets and suburban vibes, riverdale won’t offer much nightlife but does have a few good bars and restaurants. it’s still an easy commute into manhattan and perfect for those seeking greenery. south bronx renowned as hip hop’s birthplace, the south bronx is also known for yankee stadium, the bronx documentary center, and the grand concourse often called the borough’s “champs élysées.” a broad assortment of international cuisines can be found here. city island positioned in the northeast corner of the bronx, city island retains a charming fishing village atmosphere with waterfront restaurants, yacht clubs, and an overall laid back vibe. ideally, you should start looking for a venue at least a few months in advance, especially if you're 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get started book top venues, all in one app. long before hollywood became the favorite filming location, new york was the center of filmmaking. and as one of the most captivating cities in the usa, it's not hard to imagine why. the "city that never sleeps" boasts some of the most recognizable landmarks and attractions on the planet earth. from central park and the statue of liberty to times square and the grandeur of the empire state building, the bustling city has fabulous filming locations. some of the most popular filming locations include the grand central terminal, where the opening scene of gossip girl was shot, and the plaza hotel, the setting for award winning movies like the great gatsby starring leonardo dicaprio, the 1986 comedy crocodile dundee, and sleepless in seattle with meg ryan and tom hanks. besides these iconic movie locations, you can find many more on giggster. these locations offer excellent scenery, backdrops, equipment, and other amenities at a reasonable price. from an elegant french baroque style mansion in downtown manhattan to a fully equipped studio with an onsite lighting engineer, new york city has the filming location you need, whether you are shooting a music video, comedy sketches, or short films. pick from our carefully curated list of top film locations in new york to get inspired. who knows, maybe you'll find the one where your favorite movie was filmed! with over 4,000 new york film locations on giggster, you are sure to find the upscale, spacious loft, the cozy french bistro, or the historic mansion to create the movie set you've been dreaming about. when shooting in a buzzing metropolis like new york city, you will have both good and bad outcomes. consider the following pros and cons when searching for your film location in the city. pros cons the right filming location is everything. whether it's a bustling street, a hidden alleyway, or a popular landmark, pick a location that will set the stage for your story from 4214 giggster listings. family homes   personal or unique. whether it's a historic mansion on the upper east side or an upscale beach house in rockaway park, real houses are the perfect filming locations for intimate interior shoots, boasting a variety of backdrops and scenery that is impossible to recreate in a sterile studio. warehouses   modern or industrial. besides being cheaper than fully equipped studios, warehouses are spacious and offer unique backgrounds. many of our listed warehouses are blank slates for you to transform into anything you'd like, whether you're filming a modern music video or a sci fi film. studios   everything you need. filming in a studio offers many benefits, including access to filming equipment, a temperature and weather controlled environment, soundproofing, and much more. for a fuss free filming location, browse through our carefully curated listings to find a studio ready for you to start. the great outdoors   endless possibilities. new york city is home to many great outdoor spaces ideal for shooting. whether you are on the hunt for botanical gardens, parks, lake houses by a forest, mountaintops, or beaches, you are guaranteed to find an inspiring nature space with giggster. cafes, delis, restaurants   intimate and cozy. many films have been partially set in diners, including the iconic katz's delicatessen, which appeared in movies like we own the night, enchanted, and when harry met sally. book a hidden gem gastropub with a charming garden somewhere in lower manhattan for a romantic scene. or opt for an elegant coffee house or a hip restaurant in upper manhattan. whatever you need, new york won't disappoint! museums, galleries, theaters   spacious and versatile. movie buffs can easily recognize the american museum of natural history, which was the setting for many films, including night at the museum (2006), in which ben stiller plays the night watchman. this legendary nyc landmark, along with other heritage buildings like the new york public library, boasts a variety of attractive backdrops and makes excellent filming locations for period dramas, commercial filming, action packed movies, and more. filming in nyc requires careful planning and attention to detail, from scouting for location to acquiring a filming permit to organizing the set and finding the right crew. consider these factors for hassle free filming. location scouting   nyc is not short of amazing places to film. despite over 4000 film locations on giggster, you need to conduct your location search well in advance and secure it before it gets booked. identify the necessary equipment   getting all the equipment ready can be challenging. from finding the right camera to lighting, lenses, drones, tripods, green screens, and more, it can get overwhelming. fortunately, new york is home to some of the best equipment rental businesses, so you better take advantage of that. applying for a permit   find out if you need a permit with the mayor’s office of media and entertainment (mome), get the right insurance, and go through all the requirements needed to start the filming process. it's best to sort out your permits, insurance, and other requirements at least three weeks in advance to avoid costly delays. timing is everything   unless you are shooting indoors, you should time your shoots to film the perfect scenes. if you are shooting in the open, try to avoid unwanted sounds and rush hours that might affect the sound quality. wait for sunrise or sunset to capture the perfect lighting for a romantic encounter like the eternal sunshine of a spotless mind where joel (jim carrey) meets clementine (kate winslet). new york city is an expensive place to shoot, but with a few tips and tricks, you can save money and still have a successful film shoot. prioritize renting rather than buying equipment. rather than buying equipment outright, you can rent high quality equipment in nyc and save money. opting for high end equipment also cuts down costs on post production. save on location. locations like penthouses on times square or historic estates in the upper east side can be more expensive than, let's say, a private home, a restaurant, or a public space with fewer restrictions on shooting movies. a studio could also be the best option if filming on a tight budget because most come fully equipped and can be easily transformed. utilize local talent. you don't need to cast a full a lister ensemble for your film. remember that nyc is full of talented aspiring actors and actresses (and acting students) who would be glad to be part of your film for an affordable fee. with giggster, finding that inspiring movie location in nyc has never been easier. with so many fantastic choices, from penthouses with incredible views of the manhattan skyline to vast outdoor spaces in the iconic central park, building a movie set in the big apple is like a walk in the park! few cities are as instantly recognizable on film as new york. its dazzling skyscrapers, bustling avenues, classic brownstones, and distinctive bridges have been shot in every way conceivable. from the aerial swinging of peter parker in the “spider man” franchise and santa’s careening sleigh in “elf” to the inside the museum of natural history in “night at the museum” and the halls of grand central station in “men in black.” filmmakers have been drawn to new york city for as long as movies have existed. the first film shot on location in the city is thought to be 1896’s “herald square,” a plotless micro documentary known as an “actuality,” a format common in the earliest days of movie making. and in 1901, “what happened on twenty third street, new york city,” one of the first narrative micro films shot in new york, showed a woman’s skirt being blown upward by a sidewalk vent a scene which would be recreated by marilyn monroe in 1955’s “the seven year itch.” today, it is not uncommon to walk down a new york street and see a film or television production in progress. as of june 2022, more than 25 television shows have been filmed in the city, as well as five feature films. the city is also home to the most popular filming location in the world: central park, which has made a cameo appearance in 352 movies. from mid century classics like “on the town” to more contemporary favorites like “do the right thing,” giggster researched new york city filming locations and highlighted 10 spots across the city from famous films complete with addresses that you can visit on a cinematic expedition.   location: jackson hole diner, 69 35 astoria blvd n located in astoria heights, the airline diner served as the backdrop for henry and tommy’s truck theft. in “goodfellas,” the diner is positioned close to idlewild airport (now john f. kennedy international airport), and the duo waits there, watching for truck shipments going in and out of the airport to pass through. wearing suits and smoking cigarettes, the two lean against a car with the colorful lights of the diner and a bleak gray sky behind them. as an unsuspecting truck driver pulls into the lot and goes into the diner for some food, henry and tommy casually get into the truck and take off, leaving behind the irate driver. the real diner is about five minutes from queens’ laguardia airport and is now the location of a small burger chain called jackson hole, but the diner’s original retro design and neon airline diner sign has been retained. the diner still sees a steady stream of “goodfellas” fans who come from all over to experience where the movie was filmed, particularly after the death of ray liotta in may 2022.   location: 58th st. and 6th ave. intersection, manhattan the legendary crosswalk from “midnight cowboy” can be found only blocks away from the bottom of central park, the museum of modern art, and radio city music hall. the iconic scene follows ratso rizzo (dustin hoffman) and joe buck (jon voight) as they walk together down the crowded, ritzy avenue and into the intersection, where a taxi nearly hits them. in what co star voight called an unscripted moment, hoffman angrily pounds on the hood of the cab while screaming, “i’m walkin’ here!” this scene has become one of the most imitated in film and television history. in an interview, hoffman explained that the film’s small budget meant there wasn’t enough money to block off the street and hire extras. instead, he and voight walked down the pedestrian filled street, wearing radio mics and using a hidden camera, trying to line up the timing of their dialogue with the changing traffic signals. according to hoffman, the taxi ran a light and did, in fact, almost run into them, prompting an ad libbed (but very earnest) reaction.   location: 21 w 52nd st. the 21 club opened in 1930 as a speakeasy during prohibition. located around the corner from rockefeller center and radio city music hall, the restaurant has long been a symbol of old new york glamour and upper class exclusivity, both in real life and on screen. in oliver stone’s 1987 film “wall street,” the low lit dining room serves as the backdrop for an illicit meeting between wall street bigshot gordon gekko (michael douglas) and aspiring stockbroker bud fox (charlie sheen). gekko chides fox for not wearing a nice enough suit, telling him, “you can’t come in here looking like this” a reference to the 21 club’s strict dress code, which required jackets and ties. famously, gekko orders the “off the menu” steak tartare topped with a raw quail egg, just before slipping fox a check for $1 million. the exclusive restaurant was also featured in the 1993 woody allen film “manhattan murder mystery,” when larry (allen) and carol (diane keaton) visit the 21 club with their son on his birthday. the establishing shot of the club features its famous outdoor wrought iron railing, which is studded with colorfully dressed jockey figurines. in the lounge, they run into marcia (anjelica huston), who stands in front of a large horse statue. the 21 club, which officially closed in 2021, can also be spotted in “all about eve” and “sex and the city,” and while it doesn’t physically appear in alfred hitchcock’s “rear window,” grace kelly orders up a romantic dinner from the famed restaurant for her inamorata, played by jimmy stewart.   location: 285 prospect park west the first brooklyn savings bank is a fictional bank that serves as the main setting for sidney lumet’s “dog day afternoon.” however, based on true events, the bank was built to closely resemble the branch of chase manhattan in brooklyn’s gravesend neighborhood, which was actually robbed in august 1972. to avoid discontinuities between shots of entering the building from the outside, the film crew transformed an empty warehouse into a bank between prospect park and green wood cemetery. the warehouse turned film set no longer exists, but an aptly named hot dog shop called “dog day afternoon” half a block away commemorates the film set’s close proximity. the barbershop across the street from the bank where the police set up headquarters in the film is still a hair salon.   location: 173 stuyvesant ave filmed almost entirely on a single block in the bedford stuyvesant neighborhood in brooklyn, spike lee’s “do the right thing” has since been immortalized through the renaming of that block: do the right thing way. mookie and jade’s brownstone still exists at 173 stuyvesant avenue, but both sal’s famous pizzeria and the korean grocery store were constructed sets on small empty lots on the corner of stuyvesant and lexington avenues and were torn down after filming was finished. additionally, the yes jesus last baptist church was created by adding a fake front to an apartment building. the production and costume design of the film is known for its warm colors, which contribute to the overwhelming sense of building heat and, eventually, fire, which drives the film.   location: 26 wall st although the musical “on the town” takes place over 24 hours in new york city, only about seven minutes of the movie were actually filmed there. the majority of the scenes filmed on location unfold in the first five minutes of the film, during the opening number, “new york, new york.” the scene features frank sinatra, gene kelly, and jules munshin visiting an array of iconic new york landmarks, including federal hall, as well as brooklyn bridge, and the statue of liberty. located in the financial district, federal hall’s front steps, imposing columns, and bronze statue of george washington have been featured in many other films including “ghost,” “wall street,” and “kramer vs. kramer” as a visual marker of new york’s wall street.   location: dinosaur playground in riverside park, 6681 riverside dr. the opening gangs’ evening conclave in the cult film “the warriors” is supposed to take place in van cortlandt park in the northern bronx, but was actually filmed at the dinosaur playground in manhattan’s riverside park. although the playground is home to two large fiberglass dinosaurs a triceratops and a hadrosaur they are not visible in the scene, which takes place in the oval shaped, fenced area of the park. stone archways form the backdrop for the hundreds of gang members who gather there just before the police arrive and violence erupts. the scene is dimly lit with flaming torches and streetlights, and cyrus (roger hill), the leader of the most powerful gang, addresses the crowd from a raised platform.   location: north cove marina, 250 vesey st. the iconic fbi interrogation scene on jordan belfort’s (leonardo dicaprio) yacht was filmed in new york’s north cove marina, located on the southern tip of manhattan near rockefeller park. the flashy, reflective windows of tribeca and financial district skyscrapers frame dicaprio as he stands on his over the top boat and greets the federal agents with a glass of wine in hand. from other angles, other yachts and the harbor can be seen in the background. the yacht itself is outfitted with a top deck landing pad and helicopter and was inspired by the real jordan belfort’s yacht “nadine,” which was originally owned by coco chanel.   location: water st. and washington st. intersection, brooklyn the glimpse of the manhattan bridge caught between warehouse buildings in brooklyn’s dumbo was so emblematic of “once upon a time in america” that it was used for the film’s promotional poster and dvd cover. the bridge is featured in the iconic scene in which noodles (robert de niro) and his friends, young jewish gangsters, are ambushed by a rival, bugsy (james russo). as the gang hurries down the street and rounds the corner, the bridge comes into full view against a bleak, foggy gray sky, and police on horseback trot by. tragedy unfolds only seconds later when the youngest gang member, dominic (noah moazezi), runs into the dumbo archway only to find bugsy there. today, the architecture of the neighborhood remains nearly the same. the archway, which has not changed much aesthetically, now houses part of the brooklyn flea market, while the warehouses now mostly house office spaces.   location: shakespeare steps, 1161 shakespeare ave. located in highbridge in the bronx, the shakespeare steps, now colloquially referred to as the “joker stairs,” connect two avenues. at a turning point in the 2019 film “joker,” joaquin phoenix’s arthur fleck dances chaotically down the stairs wearing a bright red suit and clown makeup, representing his descent into madness. the steps in the film are grungy and dilapidated, contrasting with fleck’s colorful suit. since the film’s release, the “joker stairs” have become such a popular tourist destination that residents of highbridge have complained that their lives have been disrupted by visitors coming to the steps just for photo ops. tensions between tourists and residents became so heated that u.s. rep. alexandria ocasio cortez issued a statement asking tourists to respect residents of the neighborhood by steering 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has several venue choices for you to choose from. keep your budget in mind and you’ll have nothing to stress about when finding that perfect venue. an event space or event venue is a space used to throw any big event or small private event. these events could be a holiday party, cocktail party, wedding reception, seated dinner with catering, and more. there are several types of places to use for an event space. you can use a community center, hotel, banquet hall, concert hall, or a club with a dance floor. this is just to name a few types of event spaces. any brooklyn event space needs to have the room to hold enough guests. it should also meet certain safety guidelines. every event venue you find in brooklyn has its own charm. which means it also has its own price. these event venues charge you in two different ways. they either charge you a normal hire fee or they charge you a dry hire fee. a normal hire fee is the amount of money you’re charged for a venue. but you’re not only getting the event space. you’re also getting servers and other crew members. you have people to help you set up the event before it begins. the hire fee for a brooklyn event venue usually ranges from $200 us dollars a day to $3000 us dollars a day. a dry hire fee is the amount of money you’re charged for only the event venue. this is always a much cheaper price than if you get all the services included with an event space. you have to hire everyone you need to make your event happen. this can include caterers or musicians. you’ll have to set up decorations yourself or hire workers to help you with it. finding the perfect event venue to hire in brooklyn isn’t as easy as it sounds. yes, you have tons of choices to choose from. but you need to know what to look for, especially for your exact event. the first factor to consider is the location of the event venue. brooklyn is a large place. you need a neighborhood that’s safe and easy to find. no one wants to wander around brooklyn with no 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offers the ideal space for a wedding or upscale corporate event. you'll love this space for a fashion themed event, which is available at $1,500 per day with a spacious 2,600 square feet. the prime fifth avenue in the rockefeller center offers an impressive 7,100 square feet at $7,200 each day. secure this space for just a few days or up to six months for pop up stores, art shows, showrooms, and featured product launches. are you looking for a smaller, private showroom or event space? a cozy shop in williamsburg is perfect for pop up stores and boutiques for unique fashion and art exhibits. this quaint space is available for a minimum of one day at $258.00 and can be rented for up to 12 months, offering 240 square feet. the price for renting an event venue varies depending on the size of the space, the locations, and the layout. event space for hire is an excellent way to increase your brand exposure, which can also help you make more sales. it also allows you to rent out a space that others will use and share your brand image. it provides you with many advantages, including the possibility to host events and meetings and the possibility to rent it out. this can be useful for companies that want to create their events or business types, like an idea festival or a startup event. by renting an event space in brooklyn, a company can increase its sales and create a memorable brand experience. it also gives them a chance to use the space for free, which will help them improve the quality of their content and give it the right look and feel. first, they can use this event space to host one off events like conferences, dinners, parties, or bar meetups. they can even rent it out for festivals or special events like weddings when they don't want to host them at their office. by renting out an event space in brooklyn, they will attract private clients with affordable prices and excellent service. this will increase their profits by providing the right marketing solutions for businesses looking for investment in marketing in new york city. the brooklyn borough is a popular destination for many people because of its extraordinary architecture and vibrant nightlife. it also offers a perfect location to host events. the ideal duration to rent an event space depends on many factors. it depends on whether you are looking for a one day event or an annual one, the location you would like to rent, the cost of renting, and so on. often, events are designed to be short term rentals. the ideal duration to rent an event space in brooklyn is a little over three months. to maximize the potential of your event, you need to think about the venue and the ambiance. it's not enough to have a clean, professional looking building. you need to make sure that your venue is suitable for events, plus it should be clean enough for people to relax and enjoy their stay. we have to keep in mind that not all events are alike. while some of them are highly memorable, others are just plain boring. when it comes to event planners, location is the most important factor. you have to think about which kind of venue you can use, how many people you need for the event, where you want to host it and which kind of food should be served? selecting a suitable place for the event will make or break your event's chances of being a success. the event space needs to be fully equipped for the guests; the venue needs good lighting, sound system, and catering. to do that successfully without spending a lot of money, it is necessary to know what works and what doesn't. encourage your guests with a free drink or meal at the event. use social media and video sharing apps like dropbox and vimeo to create a story about your event so that no one forgets about it. make sure you also post photos from your events on instagram or facebook, as it will help people remember what you have been up to. © popup immo, inc. all rights reserved. eaa licence number: c 075131

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the hunt for … the hunt by joyce cohenjune 13, 2024 seeking enough space for a music studio, a guest room and some outdoor space, a new york city couple searched south of prospect park for a house that fit their needs. zulema mejias and oscar peñas first lived together in ms. mejias’s rent stabilized one bedroom near her alma mater, pratt institute, in clinton hill, brooklyn. she had moved there in 1999, a few years after immigrating from cuba, and met mr. peñas at a dinner party in morningside heights, in upper manhattan, thrown by a mutual friend from spain. mr. peñas, 51, a jazz guitarist, instructor and composer who is also from spain, had studied music in boston and was living with a roommate in crown heights, brooklyn. “oscar arrived late because he got lost in the subway,” ms. mejias said. “he sat next to me, and we started talking. i am very talkative. we had so much fun.” the couple, who married in 2008, still speak spanish with each other. “when people see us on the street, they think we are tourists,” said ms. mejias, 61, who is now her husband’s manager. they later moved to a harlem co op, but were driven out by intolerable noise. the apartment, which they had gut renovated, sold quickly, so they bought a tiny duplex studio condominium in south slope as an interim measure, glad to return to brooklyn. [did you recently buy a home? we want to hear from you. email: thehunt@nytimes.com] at first, with a budget of $1.4 million, the couple thought they could buy a bigger condominium. they wanted a music studio for him, an office for her, a guest room for visiting relatives from barcelona and a spot for sitting outside. “we used a few real estate agents and changed our minds a few times during the process,” mr. peñas said. “we have the taste of design within reach but can afford ikea, so that’s an issue.” they wondered whether they were being clear about their wishes.