chelsea has long been know for its artistic heritage and
ecelctic mix of residents. we now have a new creative
neighbor on the block and it's one we really can't ignore.
architect jean nouvel's most recent creation 'chelsea
tower' sits on the corner of west 19th street and 11th
avenue. aptly described by the new york times writer,
nicolai ouroussoff as being a "mix of grit and glamour —
embodied in a glittering facade that seems to have been
wrapped around the curved front of a black brick tower
like a tight-fitting sequined dress "
if that summary alone isn't enough to make you want to wander
over to the west side and check it out, the pictures above should.
love it or hate it you can't deny it's a bold statement.
check out the new york times article here:
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/15/arts/design/15nouvel.html?
pagewanted=1&ref=design
** chelsea tower is located at 100 11th avenue
*** images by: michael appleton, sourced from new york times website
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