The Gehry Building
I really enjoyed walking by this - especially because when we did it was practically dark outside. Buildings always seem much more beautiful to me when they are illuminated from the inside - it breathes life into them. I had seen this building previously along with some other Gehry designed buildings around the city. On a more general note, when I think about all the wonderful architecture that exists throughout the city I get super psyched. I'm from Los Angeles, where in all honesty there is not a wide variety of aw-inspiring architecture. Everything there is so bland, predictable, and recycled. I'm not inspired. But when I walk around New York I am constantly confronted with new, exciting, and much more charming structures that are a part of the city for everyone in the world to see. I hope others enjoyed this experience as well.
The Highline Park
If you haven't been here yet, you need to go. It is a park set on top of old elevated train tracks. A lot of the original design has been incorporated giving the park a very industrial feel. It is a totally cliche Meatpacking District destination. If you like that sort of scene then you will love it. I've also been on dates here, and I must say its a really cool place to take someone you are interested in. There are so many visual things to spark conversation or thought, and the view of the skyline is absolutely incredible.
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