by Novel Property Ventures | Jan 13, 2020 | Blog |
When public outcry compelled Amazon to pack up its plans for an expansive headquarters on Long Island and leave town in 2018, few New Yorkers expected the e-retail giant to come knocking on their city’s doors again. But now, barely ten months later, Amazon has done...
by Novel Property Ventures | Jan 2, 2020 | Blog |
When it comes to representing real women, it’s fair to say that Central Park has been somewhat behind the times. Sure, the park features delightful fictional women and fantastical statues of imaginary women — but to date, the only named female icon is an...
by Novel Property Ventures | Nov 7, 2019 | Blog, NYC |
What can technology do to preserve New York City’s historic sites? It’s a real question, and one that has become ever-more pressing in recent years. We tend to think of our historical sites as unchangeable, protected, and set in stone — especially since most of...
by Novel Property Ventures | Oct 15, 2019 | Blog |
New York City isn’t exactly the first place that most outdoorsy hobbyists picture when they think of a hike. After all, it’s an urban landscape; one built with concrete, crowded with skyscrapers, bustling with people — and distinctly lacking the peaceful...
by Novel Property Ventures | Sep 23, 2019 | Blog, NYC history |
Everyone needs a periodic rest and recovery, and New York’s iconic stone lions are no exception. Starting in September, the New York Public Library’s (NYPL) leonine statues will be cleaned and restored to pristine condition. The city has earmarked $250,000 to fund the...
