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Architecture In NYC: Art Deco
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ARCHITECTURE IN NYC:Art Deco
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Art Deco saw its glory days in NYC between the late 1920s & the early 1940s. It is known for its use of geometric shapes and vibrant coloring.
With the over-saturation of stimulus these days, it can be easy to miss the gorgeous examples of art deco in the city. Here are a few “hidden gems” scattered throughout the boroughs:
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Bronxdale Swimming Pool (Bronx)
• Lighter colors not really reminiscent of classic NY art deco
• Great use of a combo of horizontal & vertical lines
[Photo via Emilio Guerra]
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1 Wall Street (NYC)
• Designed by Ralph Walker
• Built same year as Empire State Building & Chrysler Building
• True Art Deco Characteristics: Vertical Lines & Rich reds. golds, and yellows
[Photos by Evan Bindelglass.]
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Horace Ginsberg & Associates Fish Building (Bronx)
• Celebrated for being one of most strikingly beautiful art deco places in the New York City area
• Outside of the building: sprawling sea themed mosaic
• Inside the lobby: Brightly colored, gorgeously patterned floor
[Photo Via Sara Krulwich/The New York Times]
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McCarren Park Pool & Play Center (Brooklyn)
• Recently restored and designated as NY Landmark
• Great example of streamlined design and curved lines
[photo via archpaper.com]
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The Ambassador Apartments (Staten Island)
• Located by Staten Island Ferry
• Curved lines, vertical structure & the blue/gold motif are inspired by Aztec and Mayan artwork
[Photo via tilesinnewyork.blogspot.com]