We love this former Church on the Southwest corner of Washington Square Park in NYC’s West Village. Novare (135 West 4th Street) was originally built in 1860 as a Methodist church and in 2006, it was transformed into a gorgeous, unique residential building. From www.manhattanscout.com:
The former church now houses an awe-inspiring fifty-foot glass atrium and eight private residences with distinctly modern interiors, while the heavy stone facade, exquisite detailing and stained glass windows remain. It is distinguished by its dual identity; the stone façade gives way to an almost ethereal world of light, space, comfort, and silence within.
The interior is bright and expansive:
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We recently walked the High Line on a sunny Sunday and snapped some pictures to share. Click the pictures below to enlarge! For information about the High Line, visit www.highline.org.com.
Photo Credit: Carina Zimmerman
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We love walking through Washington Square Park in the Spring. Last weekend, the park was filled with musicians, students, tourists, New Yorkers, and dogs! We grabbed some old-fashioned peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and carrot sticks from Peanut Butter & Co. and headed to sit in the sun and listen to live music. We snapped this shot of flowers blossoming on one of the walking paths. They’re so bright and cheery right now! Take a visit this weekend- the weather is supposed to be beautiful!
photo credit: Carina Zimmerman
[Sand Art, Washington Square Park]
To learn about Joe Mangrum, the amazing NYC sand artist, visit his site: www.joemangrum.com.
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(Dried Mushrooms, Rose Tea, Jasmine Tea, Black Beans)
photo credit: Carina Zimmerman