A Monumental Surprise at Hudson Square in New York
I’ve been saving up these photos for a while now and I really don’t know…
Today I’m taking you on a tour and sharing a monumental surprise at Hudson Square in New York.
Much of SoHo is quaint and village like.
In fact the area is famous for these types of buildings which were originally factories and when later abandoned, were inhabited by artists for their expansive loft spaces.
You might even be fooled into thinking that you are on a Greek island every once in a while. This shot was taken in front of a restaurant. Love that blue!!
But if you gaze up there is no denying that you are in fact surrounded by lots of skyscrapers, the most prominent being The Freedom Tower at One Word Trade Center.
Some with ornate facades.
There is that spiral of The Freedom Tower looking down at us.
Lots of greenery too.
And unexpected facade cladding. This building, which is residential, is covered in a metal that is brimming with patina.
I lived in one of these when we first moved to the States a few lifetimes ago and I remember having a fire escape outside my 5th floor bedroom window. It was so thrilling for a girl who had never seen any building taller than two stories.
The Urban Glass House was designed by work famous architect Philip Johnson, he of the original Glass House fame built back in 1949.
Walking up Hudson Street we come to this. You’d think its a residential building but in fact it is a commercial office building.
Full of so many unexpected details, if you only look up!
Right off of the Hudson River we encounter this striking building.
Those fins by the way, move to track the suns movement throughout the day and contribute to its environmentally friendly status.
That’s right, the Department of Sanitation uses it as a storage shed for the salt that is used in the winter. It’s official title is Spring Street Salt Shed. It’s even won a couple of Architectural awards!
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You have captured the buildings and city beautifully and I especially enjoyed your view of the Freedom Tower. I always love seeing urban gardens too!
Surprisingly the city is not a concrete jungle at all. There are squares and parks dotting Manhattan and adding so much pretty greenery to the cityscape.
…one photo op after another, thanks.
Thank you Tom. I had a lot more but had to edit a lot for everyone’s sanity! Haha!
Pinning! This is an area of NYC I have not spent much time in and I so enjoyed your photographs. The salt shed is very cool!! Thank you for sharing with the Hearth and Soul Link Party!
It was a recent build April but it certainly makes it’s presence felt!
I like the salt shed – it’s cool! Very kooky. You’ve got some nice detail in this collection.
Thank you so much Lydia. I try to not show the usual touristy stuff.
That Snoopy mural stopped me in my tracks!!! Wonderful post! Thanks for sharing on “Sweet Inspiration”!
Thank you Lidia. Snoopy is everywhere!
I’m much more of a country girl than a city girl, but the photo opportunities in the city are something not to miss. You’ve captured well!
Thanks for sharing at https://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2019/02/time-for-tune-up.html
Thank you so much. The city has much to offer and many unexpected surprises.
Gotta love Snoopy, wherever he is!
What a great tour with so many different styles of architecture! Each one is a work of art! Thank you for linking up at My Corner of the World!
Thank you Betty for hosting each week. It is a pleasure to be able to connect with so many talented photographers.
Great shots of this great city, Mary. I’m glad I’m not the only one wandering around the City looking up all the time and taking photos! 🙂
Thank you for taking part in the Travel Tuesday meme.
It’s an acquired taste! Haha! Just be careful not to bump into people, that always happens with me.