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Is “Fridgescaping” Another Symptom of Our Increasingly Polarizing Times?
There’s so much more to the trend than meets the eye
12 Portland, Maine, Hotels and Home Rentals for a Picture-Perfect New England Getaway
Where to relax between sailing the Atlantic and eating lobster rolls
Let the Millennials Have Their Gray
Here’s why the generation loves life in the gray area
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Culture + Lifestyle
Why Are So Many Influencers Moving to This Southern City?
Though not a traditional entertainment hub, the city’s beauty and charm is enticing to a number of online personalities
By Katherine McLaughlin
Travel
The World’s 10 Most Daring Restaurant Designs
From an underwater restaurant in the Maldives to a dinner table dangling 150 feet above ground, reservations at these establishments are not for the faint of heart
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By Elizabeth Stamp
10 Abandoned Cities With Eerily Beautiful Architecture
From ancient ruins to alien landscapes, uncover the history of forgotten cities from around the world
By Kieron Marchese
Travel
These Tiny French Homes Reside on Their Own Tiny Islands
We take a closer look at a few of the restored structures in the Brittany region
Inside a Roman Palazzo Hotel Designed by Call Me By Your Name Director Luca Guadagnino
The remarkable Palazzo Talìa, by the filmmaker’s interiors practice, occupies a 16th-century school
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The 9 Highest Rooftop Pools in the World
From a dizzying outdoor pool in China to a new addition in Miami’s skyline, these rooftop pools are made for adventurous swimmers who want to cool off on top of the world
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Fashion
Frank Lloyd Wright, the Fashion Muse
From collaborations with Kith to partnerships with Maya Brenner, America’s favorite architect remains a steadfast source of inspiration for designers of all kinds
4 Stunning Facts You Need to Know About NASA’s Artemis I Rocket
After years of planning, the space agency has designed its most powerful rocket yet
An Immersive Tribute to Hermès’s Craftsmanship Pops Up Stateside
Currently on view in Detroit, “Hermès in the Making” is set to travel to Austin later this year
The Inside Story Behind Dior’s Latest Runway Set Design
Artist Pietro Ruffo helped make the Cruise 2022 show in Athens a mesmerizing event
Walking Tour
Why NYC’s Grand Central is So Hard to Build Around
Despite boasting some of the most valuable real estate in New York, Grand Central is a hard area to build on. Join architect Nick Potts for an in-depth walking tour of Grand Central Terminal and its surrounding offices and discover what issues arise when building atop 40 acres of hidden railroad tracks. 270 Park Ave Lobby Render | Courtesy of Foster + Partners Union Carbide Photos | Ezra Stoller/Esto Director: Hiatt Woods Director of Photography: Eric Brouse Editor: Daniel Finn Host: Nick Potts Producer: Skylar Economy Field Producer: Christie Garcia Director of Creative Development, Lifestyle: Morgan Crossley Line Producer: Joe Buscemi Associate Producer: Brandon Fuhr Production Manager: Melissa Heber Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila Camera Operator: Marc Manasse Audio Engineer: Brett Van Deusen Production Assistant: Caleb Clark; Sonia Butt Post Production Supervisor: Andrew Montague Post Production Coordinator: Holly Frew Supervising Editor: Christina Mankellow Assistant Editor: Fynn Lithgow VFX: Sam Fuller Colorist: Oliver EidHow an Abandoned Railroad Became One of NYC’s Most Popular Parks
Today AD joins architect Nick Potts in New York City for a walking tour of The Highline. Once an abandoned commercial railroad, the area is now a thriving public park lined with designer buildings courtesy of some of the world’s most famous architects. Explore with Nick and discover how The Highline has transformed NYC’s Meatpacking District. Archival Photos | Courtesy of Archive of IndustryArchitect Breaks Down 200 Years of NYC Mansions
Today Michael Wyetzner of Michielli + Wyetzner Architects joins AD in New York for a walking tour of the city’s mansions. From the early colonial abodes of Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr to the grandeur of the Gilded Age, and 20th century brutalist design, Michael walks you through 200 years worth of homes belonging to wealthy New Yorkers past and present.How Central Park Was Created Entirely By Design and Not By Nature
Today Michael Wyetzner of Michielli + Wyetzner Architects joins AD in New York for an in-depth walking tour of Central Park. Everything in Central Park got there by considered choice, not by nature, and the park as we know it today is the result of a design competition held in the 1850s. From hidden through-roads to its calming bodies of water, join Michael as he walks you through why Central Park is the best-designed city park in the world.Architect Tours New Orleans’ Most Haunted Houses
Today AD joins architect Robert Cangelosi in New Orleans for a walking tour of the infamous French Quarter. Often regarded as the most haunted city in America, New Orleans has a deep history of ghosts, torture and…vampire nuns?! Join Robert for an in-depth look at the French Quarter and its history to find out how it became one of the spookiest spots in the world. Vampire Cafe on a Sunny Day | Lia Rainsford Director: Skylar "Edgar Allan Poe" Economy Director of Photography: Alejandro "In the Shadows" Moreno Editor: Alex "Ghoulish" Mechanik Host: Robby "Omniscient" Cangelosi Senior Producer: Vara "It's Alive, It's Aliiive!" Reese Line Producer: Joseph "For the last time, I'm not related to Steve!" Buscemi Associate Producer: Brandon "Here's Johnny!" Fuhr Production Manager: Melissa "Goosebumps" Heber Production Coordinator: Fernando "Psycho" Davila Casting Producer: Nick "Fava Beans" Sawyer Audio Engineer: Lee "Huey Lewis and the News" Garcia Production Assistant: Ashley "Pennywise" Bush Post Production Supervisor: Andrew "6 feet under" Montague Post Production Coordinator: Holly "The last Irish Vampire" Frew Supervising Editor: Christina "Nooo! Don't go down there" Mankellow Additional Editor: William "All work and no play..." Long Assistant Editor: Justin Symonds, "The Demon Barber of NYC" Colorist: Oliver "Can I have some more, please" Eid Special Thanks: Chris "Mother told me to do it" Conti Keleigh "Wednesday Adams" Nealon Monica "The Friendly Ghost" MulhallHow The Upper West Side Revolutionized NYC Apartments
Today AD joins architect Nick Potts in New York City for a walking tour of the Upper West Side. At the turn of the century, apartment hotels such as The Dakota and The San Remo started populating the Upper West Side. Servants' quarters, elevators, and the realization of views were making apartment living more appealing to the upper middle classes and increasing the value of the top floors. Join Nick for an in-depth look at how the Upper West Side revolutionized apartment living and became the birthplace of the penthouse in Manhattan. Director: Hiatt Woods Director of Photography: Eric Brouse Editor: Tristen Rogers Host: Nick Potts Producer: Skylar Economy; Vara Reese Line Producer: Joseph Buscemi Associate Producer: Brandon Fuhr Production Manager: Melissa Heber Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila Audio Engineer: Brett Van Deusen Production Assistant: Noah Bierbrier; Ryan Coppola Post Production Supervisor: Andrew Montague Post Production Coordinator: Holly Frew Supervising Editor: Christina Mankellow Assistant Editor: Courtney Karwal Colorist: Oliver EidHow Walt Disney Concert Hall Was Designed To Be Pitch Perfect
Today AD welcomes back architect Valery Augustin to tour Walt Disney Concert Hall in Downtown Los Angeles. Designed in 1987 by Frank Gehry, music runs through the veins of this building. A unique steel exterior houses an acoustically perfect auditorium designed by Yasuhisa Toyota and is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra. Join Valery as he takes an in-depth look at how the concert hall pioneered new design techniques and became a true gift to the people of Los Angeles.Why The World’s Tallest Apartment Buildings Are On The Same Street
Today architect Nick Potts joins AD in New York City for an in-depth walking tour of Billionaires’ Row in Midtown Manhattan. West 57th Street has been attracting Manhattan’s wealthiest residents for centuries–a former amalgamation of brownstone and gothic mansions in the 1800s, the street has evolved into a hotspot for supertall luxury skyscrapers boasting the three tallest residential buildings in the world. Join Nick as he deep-dives into the area’s rich history and explains why Billionaires’ Row could only be built on 57th Street.Architect Explores Downtown Los Angeles’s Diverse Architecture & History
Today AD welcomes back architect Valery Augustin for a walking tour of Downtown Los Angeles, exploring its diverse architectural design. From Spanish Colonial and 1930s art deco to postmodern deconstructivism, Downtown Los Angeles has become a playground for design, boasting a wide variety of architectural styles spanning centuries–discover the history of this diverse district through Valéry Augustin’s expert eye.How SoHo NYC Became The Cast Iron District
Architect Nicholas Potts returns for another history-revealing walking tour, this time exploring the ever-evolving look of SoHo in New York City.
Art+Auctions
The World’s Smallest Sculptures Fit in the Eye of a Needle
Artist Willard Wiggins got his start making tiny homes for ants in his backyard
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Van Cleef & Arpels’s Impressionist Garden Display Ushers in Spring on NYC’s Fifth Avenue
For the third consecutive year, the jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels creates an uptown art installation
Celebrity Estate Sales and Auctions: 6 People Share Their Most Memorable Shopping Experiences
From the estates of Joan Didion and Truman Capote to finds that once belonged to Patrick Swayze and Busy Philipps
The Narrowest House in the World Sits in a Public Park in France
A visit to the cramped and unsettling Narrow House by Erwin Wurm
Extreme Minimalism: 7 People Who Pared All the Way Down Talk Living (Nearly) Furniture-Free
AD gets the down low—to the floor—from folks who forego sofas, beds, and more
Motoring
The 2025 Lincoln Navigator Has Been Unveiled—And It Does Not Disappoint
Lincoln’s all-new flagship model, the brands first Navigator redesign since 2018, is a full-size, three-row, six-figure SUV
Culture + Lifestyle
These Ultra-Luxe Homes Are in Climate Danger Zones—Why Do People Continue Buying Them?
From Florida to California, some high-end buyers are seemingly not too concerned with tidal flooding or coastal erosion
Culture + Lifestyle
NYC Subway Riders Ingest ‘Exceptionally High’ Amounts of Air Pollution Every Day
A new study finds that fine-particulate levels are nearly 10 times the recommended amount on subway platforms, affecting certain demographics more than others
Culture + Lifestyle
The 5 Best and Worst US Cities for Recent College Graduates
Cities such as Minneapolis, Raleigh, Baltimore, and Austin hold the most promise for young people, according to two new studies
7 Staggering Villages to Avoid if You’re Afraid of Heights
These picturesque cliffside settlements seem to defy nature
I Test Drove Lamborghini's $600,000 Car—Here's What I Thought of Their Most Powerful Vehicle Ever
The sleek, all-new Lamborghini Revuelto features a 6.5-liter V-12 engine that demands attention on the road
Brat Summer
How Charli XCX Made “Brat Green” the Loudest Color of the Year
“It’s eye-catching in all the wrong ways,” the British pop star tells AD
Culture
What Happened to Forest City, an Abandoned $100 Billion Development in Malaysia?
A tropical paradise off the coast of Singapore is anything but idyllic
Architecture + Design
25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites to Add to Your Architecture Bucket List
Consider this your cheat sheet to the UNESCO World Heritage List
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