A Stoop Full of Bed Stuy Brownstone Memories
byGladys would sit on her stoop some mornings just to see who would come to Manny’s to eat when it was still open for…
Building Stories
Ever wonder about the lives lived in homes. We do and its why we explore their narratives in articles that celebrate their experience living in some of the most sought after locations in New York City. Building Stories shares their stories with floor plans of the homes they occupied.
Brooklyn’s Emerging Skyline Appears in this Kingsview Coop’s Windows
byShe lived in unit 10a since 1976 and witnessed Downtown Brooklyn’s transformation from her window. Her coop apartment, perched high atop 105 Ashland Place,…
The Wonderful East Flatbush Home Their 2 Little Girls Deserved
bylt was December 1972 and moving day couldn’t come sooner. Jimmy went to get the UHaul that morning while Carolyn went through each room…
A Boy’s Coming of Age in a Bed Stuy Brownstone
byThink being a single parent is hard today, imagine what Tilly dealt with raising 3 kids alone in Bed Stuy during the 40’s and…
Why 1142 Dean Street Has the Stuff Landmark Row Houses are Made of
byBefore becoming a part of New York City, Brooklyn was a flourishing metropolis. It’s increasing number of upper and middle class residents wanted housing…
At 1196 Union St, They Dined Like Aristocrats
byViolet and Esther threw amazing dinner parties at 1196 Union Street. Their table settings, complete with Wedgwood China, Fine Silverware and Waterford Crystal, caused…