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Premium Rush films in Manhattan’s Upper West Side
A new movie being filmed in New York, Premium Rush, was shooting on Broadway around the lower 100′s. It is a movie about a bike messenger who gets chased by a corrupt cop because of the contents of his delivery. … Continue reading
Design Times Square
The Mayor’s Fund To Advance New York City along with the NYC Department of Transportation held a design contest to update the new pedestrian walkways in Times Square this year. Following are the submitted proposals from Bob Jones Design. The … Continue reading
Just Wright
One of the bigger productions filming in New York this summer is “Just Wright” starring Queen Latifah and Common. Stumbled upon the set last night near 150th and St. Nicholas.
Michael Jackson Remembered at the Apollo
Always remember, “You’re looking at the man in the mirror.” What else can I say, photo taken two hours after the announcement of Michael Jackson’s passing.
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Huge Production Set
While driving around Floyd Bennett Field (a retired airport near Far Rockaway) on other business, a huge mass of shipping containers covered with green screen started to poke out from behind the trees. After some closer investigation and a run … Continue reading
Tropicana (Pepsi) “Re-branding”
Coming into market within the past few months are the “re-branding” attempts by Pepsi, which includes Tropicana brands. There is much discussion about the new suite of logos which, to the trained eye, are horrid. After much research, I have … Continue reading
MAD Museum
The Museum of Arts and Design, or MAD, has opened its new location in Columbus Circle. Replaceing the Gallery of Modern Art, built in 1964. The new upgrade has addressed some problems with the original structure, such as interior light … Continue reading
Design Within Reach Bus Tour
One of the most prominent retailers of high-end modern furniture, Design Within Reach, had a clearance sale this past weekend at their annex location. They offered a free bus ride out to visit the large showroom in Secaucus NJ for … Continue reading
America Welcomes Sweden
As everyone in New York City, or at least Red Hook, knows, IKEA has opened up a new showroom/warehouse. It is kinda isolated as far as visibility and train service, however is across the East River from Manhattan. IKEA is … Continue reading