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TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 D OWNTOWNNYC AUTUM N 2017

Humans of Downtown 14.Scene 18. P rofile 28. Philanthropy 30. Skyline View Culture 34. Carte du jour 36. Endurance 37. Drive 38. Architecture 42. H istory

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Little Apple 46. Learn 48. Little Style 50. Barclay ’s Spot Features 52. High-Performing Artists 60. Catching the Bug 64. Shaking it Up Downtown 68. Shear Joy 72. Meet Me in New York 80. The Artist Within Escape 90. Maui 96. Mexico 98. Curaçao 100. Necessities En Vogue 104. Elle 108. Lui 110. H ome 112. Nouvelle Beauté 116. The Last Word

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AUTUMN/WINTER 2017

To Autumn

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOE WOOLHEAD, STYLING: JASMINE CACCAMO, MAKEUP: MATTHEW SKY, HAIR: DAVID COTTEBLANCHE/RED MARKET, DRESS: ETRO, JACKET: POLOGEORGIS, SHOES: LOUBOUTIN, RING: EFFY.

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t’s almost hard for me to think about fall and cooler weather, as I sit here with sun rays beaming through my window, and I look out over the vast new luxury high-rises and newly present nooks and crannies that weren’t visible as recent as this time last year. With every change of a season, as cliché as it may be, I’m always struck by how quickly time flies. Then again, living in New York City, I’m also impressed with how much we can accomplish in such a short amount of time, when we put our minds to it – whether it’s calling for action from our political leaders, adding new architecture to our iconic skyline, or transforming an entire floor from a raw space into an artistic wonderland. And then there’s the change you can make in yourself with hard work, dedication and passion. Read all about the five artists on our cover, shot by the incredible Nigel Barker, and learn how they are able to do what they love with talent, a strong mind and an even stronger physique. The fall is as good a time as any to make good on the goals you’ve set for yourself. Get in shape with The Dogpound’s Dara Hart, make a reservation at the new Nobu, and get tips and tricks from Léman Manhattan Preparatory School on how to keep your children learning while spending quality time with them outside of school. Also, don’t forget, a new season is always the perfect excuse to introduce some new items to your wardrobe, beauty bag and grooming kit. Get inspired by this issue’s stunning fashion editorial shot in the streets of New York City, and find out the newest trends in fashion, hair and skincare must-haves for the cooler temperatures. The skyline view by Joe Woolhead, shot on this year’s anniversary of 9/11, shows a luminous outlook on the new Downtown and the artistic architecture it holds. Meet the artists who have made – and still are making – an indelible mark on Downtown. We talk to everyone from designers, painters and dancers to filmmakers and mixologists, who all, through craftsmanship and devotion, create something that makes our city the most incredible place in the world. Murals, documentaries, cocktails – a work of art comes in many shapes and forms. In this issue, it also comes in the form of a treasure hunt of Chris RWK’s characters throughout the pages. See if you can find them all. Special thanks to The Silverstein Organization; our incredible Chairman Dara McQuillan, your guidance and belief in what we do is so vitally important to who we are as a brand, and Mike Marcucci, who never says no, is there with a smile and no matter how busy he is, takes the time to help us to make sure that everything we need is right at our fingertips. Thank you most of all to our loyal readers for picking up a copy… we do this for you. Just like the many developers, architects and construction workers who put their heart and soul into rebuilding this area, we, too, put our heart and soul into telling Downtowners’ tales on these pages.

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hen Grace told me this was going to be Downtown’s Art Issue, I suggested she check out the 69th floor of 4 World Trade Center. For over a year, 60 of the city’s most creative street artists have made the floor their studio — and their canvas — painting on the walls, floor, ceiling, elevators and even windows, all framed by breathtaking views of New York Harbor. You can see the results on page 56, where the floor hosted this issue’s cover shoot. When Larry Silverstein began rebuilding the World Trade Center after 9/11, he reached out to the world’s leading architects, engineers, urban planners and artists. He believed that art needed to be an important part of this historic and challenging project. He hired SOM’s David Childs to design 7 World Trade Center, but asked him to collaborate with Jamie Carpenter on the building’s base, and Jenny Holzer on a large word installation in the lobby. And he asked Jeff Koons to install his Balloon Flower (Red) in the new park in front. Art brought life to the new 7 WTC, and showed everyone that the new World Trade Center could be a home for inspiration and creativity. And it wasn’t just part of the new building, it was happening all over the project: As soon as the new WTC started to rise, Silverstein invited in some of the world’s top filmmakers, photographers, writers, artists and musicians to document the massive project. Marcus Robinson, featured in this issue, started filming, drawing and painting the construction in 2003. His legacy project is a 20-year time-lapse film of the entire WTC rebuilding, shot on 16- and 35mm film. He’s already won a BAFTA award for technical excellence for an early cut. Joe Woolhead has taken over 3 million photos of every aspect of rebuilding, from the foundations, to steel rising, milestone ceremonies and tenants moving in. Mike Marcucci began by filming the Freedom Tower’s cornerstone ceremony on July 4th, 2004, and has been shooting the project ever since. Mike produced the award-winning documentary 16 Acres, the definitive story of our efforts to rebuild the site. Many other artists worked from studios on Silverstein’s raw office floors. TriBeCa resident Todd Stone was accompanied by Diana Horowitz and Jacqueline Gourevitch at 7 WTC, and when that building leased up, they moved their studios to 4 WTC. They were joined on the top floors by Conrad Stojak, Hugo Bastidas, Leopoldo Gout, Eija Öhrnberg, and Kerry Irvine. In the meantime, Silverstein signed a lease with Spotify for the top 14 floors of the building and the artists will need to move their studios next door to 3 WTC when that building opens in the Spring. And 4 WTC will fill with music… bringing art full circle Downtown.

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Dara McQuillan Chairman of the Advisory Board Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Silverstein Properties, Inc.

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360º of Downtown Art

ADVISORY BOARD Maria Castelluccio

Samantha Cox

Louise Phillips Forbes

Laura Forese, MD

Michael Kirchmann

Benoit Lagarde

Albert M. Lefkovits, MD, PC

Neal Marshad

Rory McCreesh

Kirk Myers

Maria Castelluccio joined Léman Manhattan as Head of School in July 2016. A proven educational leader and visionary, Castelluccio has dedicated her career to driving student performance and building community in PreK–12 schools in the U.S. and internationally for more than 25 years. Originally from the Bronx, Castelluccio raised her four children in Fairfield County, Connecticut.

For more than 27 years, Louise Phillips Forbes has been an industry leader in the NYC real estate market. A multi-time winner of Halstead’s esteemed Broker of the Year award with career sales in excess of $2.5 billion, she is considered one of the elite power brokers representing buyers and sellers worldwide. Developers have relied on Forbes as both an advisor and onsite sales director, and to date she has successfully completed over 30 development projects.

Michael Kirchmann is the founder and CEO of GDSNY, an international real estate development and architecture firm headquartered in New York. With over 20 years of diversified real estate experience, Kirchmann has worked with a number of industry leaders including Oracle, JPMorgan, Four Seasons, Hilton Hotels and Brookfield Properties on projects across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa.

The co-director of the Cosmetic Dermatology Post-Graduate Surgical Program at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Albert M. Lefkovits is listed in Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare, and Science and Engineering. He sits on the scientific advisory boards of the Skin Cancer Foundation and the Foundation Society of Greater New York, and is known for his work with skin cancer detection and treatment.

Rory McCreesh founded Duce Construction Corporation in 1990. Today Duce specializes in maintaining, managing, designing, constructing, extending, and renovating high-end homes and apartments in Manhattan, Westchester, Connecticut and New Jersey. His projects have been featured in top architectural and home magazines including Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, House & Garden, Metropolitan Home, Traditional Home and The New York Times. He was named one of the Top Building Pros in America by This Old House magazine.

Drew Nieporent

One of New York’s most accomplished and renowned restaurateurs, “The Mayor of Wall Street” opened his first downtown restaurant in the ’80s. Drew Nieporent has devoted his efforts to growing his brand, the Myriad Restaurant Group, which includes the TriBeCa Grill and Nobu, while maintaining his connection to the community, which he supported through 9/11, and in his efforts to launch the TriBeCa Film Festival.

Samantha Cox is Assistant Vice President of Writer/Publisher Relations at Broadcast Music, Inc. She has worked closely with many prominent artists including Lady Gaga, Halsey, Shinedown, 3 Doors Down, and Flyleaf. She also provides advisement and supports myriad projects at the Center for Performing Arts at New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell.

Dr. Laura L. Forese is Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of NewYork-Presbyterian, an integrated delivery system in the New York Metro region that includes NewYork-Presbyterian/ Lower Manhattan in addition to academic medical centers and regional hospitals, in collaboration with Weill Cornell Medicine and Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons. An orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Forese is responsible for operating the system ,which is one of the largest in the U.S. and is recognized as one of the nation’s leaders in quality, safety, efficiency and service.

Benoit Lagarde is the founder of Splashlight, a visual content studio based in New York City, Miami and Montreal. Splashlight offers creative development, production, digital and studio services for top fashion brands and retailers. His creative vision has been integral to Splashlight’s growth into a multi-million-dollar corporation over the years. Benoit studied at the International Center for Photography in New York, where he is now a member of the President’s Council.

Emmy Award winner Neal Marshad is the founder of Marshad Technology Group, a Google Partner digital agency that develops next generation marketing services for its clients worldwide. Prior to starting his agency, Marshad is credited with producing and shooting films for NBC’s Saturday Night Live over a 30-year period. He is a resident of TriBeCa and has lived and worked in the neighborhood with his family and their Borzoi hounds since 1974.

The CEO of The Dogpound, Myers was a shy kid from Kansas City who fed his personal insecurities with candy bars and junk food, ballooning to more than 300 pounds on a 5’7” frame. He struggled to keep up socially and athletically, and when his poor dietary habits finally made his health hit rock bottom, his doctors placed him on a diet of green vegetables. After completely changing his lifestyle and focusing on fitness, Myers lost 125 pounds and built an impressive body of work. Myers is a top trainer to celebrities, athletes and professionals.

Jeff Simmons

Every time relatives and friends visit New York City, Lower Manhattan is one of the key places Simmons recommends. Within one square mile, it has everything from history to ingenuity. He’s lived in NYC for nearly two decades, working with the Downtown Alliance and now The Rink at Brookfield Place. He has discovered that it’s only a short brisk walk to find a cozy eatery, exquisite gift items, or a watering hole to celebrate with friends.

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CONTRIBUTORS Nigel Barker

Matt Kapp

Jomo Kenyatta

Matthew Sky

Udo Spreitzenbarth

Joe Woolhead

The internationally renowned photographer opened his New York studio in 1996 and has never looked back. Barker is highly regarded for his seasons as photographer and judge on America's Next Top Model, as well as his presence in fashion and entertainment. He also directs and produces films, documentaries, and commercials for clients and international charitable organizations.

Also known as Jomo Cuts, the famous barber made a name for himself by touring the offices and cutting the hair of executives at such record companies as Sony, RCA and Epic. Kenyatta’s client list boasts a number of celebrities, including Future and 21 Savage, among others, as well as participants in the NBA and NFL drafts. Recently, he helped the shaving brand Bevel kick off its launch.

An award-winning documentary filmmaker and writer, Kapp most recently wrote and co-produced the critically acclaimed documentary 16 Acres, which told the inside story of the monumental collision of interests at Ground Zero in the decade after 9/11. Kapp is currently working on a book about the history of Lower Manhattan.

A self-proclaimed cosmetic junkie, makeup artist Sky enjoys searching for new products and looking for different ways to create fresh looks. Whether super creative or natural, he never loses the integrity of who he's making up. Sky is represented by NEXT Artists.

Originally from Germany, Spreitzenbarth is an international fashion, beauty and art photographer. His editorial photography has been featured in international issues of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and more. His art photography has received international acclaim, with a successful series of solo exhibitions from New York to Beijing.

When the attacks happened on 9/11, Woolhead grabbed his camera and shot what he witnessed over the course of three days. These were published all over the world. Later, he began working with Silverstein Properties to document the rebuilding of the World Trade Center. His work has been published in numerous publications including the New York Daily News, New York Post, and Esquire.

Philippe Reynaud

Eric Hason

Dimitri Mais

Aranka Israni

David Cotteblanche

Jasmine Caccamo

Discovered by famed photographer, Mario Testino in Paris, Reynaud has modeled for top global brands including Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Rolex and Calvin Klein. He has become a top photographer, learning from such luminaries as Bruce Weber, Peter Beard and Patrick Demarchelier. He's shot several features and covers for Downtown.

As a portrait photographer, Mais believes that great creativity is the result of team effort, and values working closely with his clients. With a background in painting and a degree in fine arts, Mais started taking pictures to reference light for his paintings and fell in love with photography. His style is colorful and energetic imagery.

This talented Parisian hair stylist to the stars launched the concept of late-night pampering when he opened the Red Market Salon in Miami and New York in 2005. Cotteblanche’s work has been seen in high-end fashion shows and in top titles such as Marie Claire, Allure, and Elle. His talents are called on often by Splashlight Studios.

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Besides his passion for photography and Prospect Park off leash with his vizsla, photographer Hason is committed to giving back to the community and has been working with children and teens. He is the NYC Chapter Director for Flashes of Hope, a nationwide charity that brings commercial photographers into pediatric cancer treatment centers to photograph patients and their families.

Israni spent a foundation year at OTIS College of Art and Design in Los Angeles and graduated from the School of Fine Arts at the University of Southern California before receiving her Masters from Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. Israni’s images expose the power in vulnerability and the beauty of simplicity, and reveal the creation that is simply human.

Her European roots and travels have influenced and shaped celebrity stylist Caccamo’s eye for style. She started her fashion pilgrimage at Marie Claire and Cosmopolitan, and has worked with clients such as Taylor Swift, Camilla Cabello and Rachel Platten. Her work has appeared in Seventeen, Nylon and Harper’s Bazaar, to name a few.

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Choreographer Jermaine Browne steps it up Downtown. Photography by Philippe Reynaud

Class of 2017 ART CLUB

Our list includes breakout singer from Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Got Talent, Yoli Mayor pg.18, dancer Jermaine Browne pg.20, Downtown artist Elizabeth Williams pg.26, & many more...

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Laurie Anderson, Robert Wilson and Isabelle Huppert

Fly into the Sun T Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey

he 24thAnnual Watermill Center Summer Benefit was dubbed “Fly Into the Sun” by its avant-garde founder, director Robert Wilson. The magical evening attracted over 1,200 art lovers. The night honored French actress Isabelle Huppert and artist Laurie Anderson, who performed a concert honoring her late husband, Downtown music legend Lou Reed. The benefit raised over $2 million for the center’s year-round Artist Residency and Education programs. Guests were greeted by a colorful,

flower-festooned installation hung from trees by artist Jared Madere, and walked around Watermill Center’s 8.5 acres, which featured more than 20 installations and performances curated by Noah Khoshbin and Ivan Cheng. The largest work was a three-story, 90-foot wall with a word painting by Jenny Holzer reading, “She Outwits Him, She Out Lives Him.“ The other side of the wall was covered in graffiti by Jokubas Nosovas, Nikitas Broukakis and Sam Khoshbin. In an amusing twist, attendees were allowed to tag the wall with spray paint.

Libbie Mugrabi and Daiv Mugrabi

Jean Shafiroff

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Campion Platt and Tatiana Platt

PHOTOGAPHY BY PATRICK MCMULLAN

By Joe Alexander

New York University proudly salutes our alumnus and trustee Larry Silverstein. With vision and dedication, he has built a brighter New York Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;just as he has built a brighter NYU for over six decades.

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Scene|Profile|Philanthropy Bold backgrounds and bolder costumes.

Larry Silverstein gave the welcome speech.

Breaking Records This summer, 4 World Trade Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gallery in the Sky invited brokers to network and play in the vibrant setting. With a full floor, the scene was set for fun and games with arcades, costumes and VIPs.

Dramatic makeup and girl power.

Arcade games for everyone.

The runway drew immediate attention in the raw space.

Dark and bold in leather.

Brandon Maxwell premiered the FW17 collection on the 71st floor of 4 World Trade Center with a breathtaking sunset view. The collection showed off more playful, wearable items such as chunky sweaters and shirtdresses â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and the collection gave off a dramatic and empowering vibe.

Walking with purpose, the models showed off the new collection.

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PHOTOS: COURTESY OF SILVERSTEIN PROPERTIES

High Fashion

Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios

Downtown's Davide ButsonFiori with daughter Evie and husband Thomas.

Love to Love

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF GETTY IMAGES, RANG PHOTOGRAPHY, GRACE A. CAPOBIANCO, JANE KRATOCHVIL, ERIC VITALE & HAL HOROWITZ

Citi Taste of Tennis came in hot this August, as tennis pros gathered to serve up culinary aces with top chefs. At this year's soirée at W New York, attendees tried their hand at tennis in a VR experience room, hung out in the Etihad Airways lounge, and more.

Eating Green Venus Williams and Chef Jonathan Waxman cooked up succotash.

This year, Vegetarian Vision celebrated its 25th anniversary by hosting the International Vegetarian Convention in September. Earlier this summer, the kickoff party for the convention was held at the Indian Consulate, and attendees enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

Downtown's CEO & Publisher Grace A. Capobianco and team.

White Nights

Stunning views at Lincoln Center as evening turned to night.

International popular pop-up culinary phenomenon Dîner en Blanc returned to New York for its 7th year in a sea of white. Held at Lincoln Center with more than 5,000 people dressed in white to impress, the dinner party was once again an affair to remember. DOWNTOWNNYC AUTUM N 2017

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THE CUBAN SOUND MACHINE With a powerful voice, YOLI MAYOR wants her music to be real, and mean something to others.

By Ellen Johnson

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MULTI-TALENTED Besides her singing, Yoli Mayor has also written and performed in plays and dabbled in jewelry and clothing design.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY UDO SPREITZENBARTH, STYLING: LAUREAN OSSORIO, HAIR & MAKEUP: DNICOLE, TOP & SKIRT: NAERUAL LEINAD, JEWELS: JANE KAYE JEWELRY, SHOES: BERNARDO

oli Mayor began singing when she was two. But she didn’t croon “My Little Teapot” or “Old MacDonald.” The first song she remembers singing is one of Aerosmith’s biggest hits. “It honestly just happened,” she says. “The first things I remember singing are “I Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing” by Aerosmith and the song from The Little Mermaid, “Part of Your World.” Perhaps she was destined, from the time she was two and singing Aerosmith, to lift up her voice with power and grace. Which she did, during the first episode of season 12 of America’s Got Talent. However, infamous judge Simon Cowell was not so impressed when she first opened her mouth to sing “I Put a Spell on You” by Annie Lennox. He told her the performance didn’t feel young enough, and asked if she could sing something else. After harried host Tyra Banks ran out onstage to assist in removing Yoli’s diamond jewelry and kicking off her shoes, Yoli chose “Make It Rain” by Ed Sheeran. And she blew the roof off the place. Yoli didn’t magically arrive at this point in her life. Her family, especially her parents, uplifted and encouraged her along the way. “My mom has always been the number-one fan, my parents together,” she says. “From the beginning, my mom always encouraged me to keep singing, and my dad was the voice of reason but he still always supported me. He’s a harsh critic, but that’s because he wanted me to grow.” Her musical inspiration comes from several different artists, including Frank Sinatra and Amy Winehouse. “I love Amy Winehouse because she was raw from start to finish,” Yoli says. “Her music was real and unapologetic, and that’s what is attractive to me as a songwriter.” Yoli wants to reach people with her music. “I want people to hear my music and think, ‘How does she know? How did she know that’s how I felt?’” DT

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CLIENT ROSTER Victoria’s Secret, Mick Jagger and Selena Gomez are just a few of brands and artists that Jermaine Browne has worked with.

Choreographer

THE BEAT OF THE CITY

There are many forms of expression. Movement is JERMAINE BROWNE’s.

horeographer Jermaine Browne has worked all over the world — creating routines for everything from designers and fashion films to singers and stage shows. But New York City has played a particularly special part. “[New York] is where I found my gift of choreography. It’s where I found my masculinity and learned that it’s okay to have a feminine side,” he explains. “This city is very special — it has an amazing energy,” he enthuses. “It also forces artists to find ways to make things happen.” “In NYC, inspiration is everywhere, which can only inspire your heart as a choreographer.” One of his favorite choreographies was actually motivated by the different areas of the city. In a fashion film called Move for designer Rachel Roy, Jermaine choreographed five different styles of dance — ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, funk, and rock. “The styles of dance were usedto match different women who live in different areas of New York City.” Each area is special in its own way. Just as people are different, and dance routines and styles are different, so is New York City and the areas that comprise it. And each area inspires in a different way. DOWNTOWNNYC DOWNTOWNNYC AUTUM AUTUM N 2017 N 2017 20 20

“You can walk around the city and see a show on Broadway, go to an art gallery, a museum, an off-Broadway show, or simply see someone performing on the streets,” Jermaine says. He has been dancing for most of his life. Ever since his mother put him on her feet and danced with him, Jermaine hasn’t stood still for long. One of his latest endeavors is choreographing a stage show for singer Jennifer Hudson. He also teaches workshops, works on fashion films, and is currently in the midst of a personal project called “Respect My Step.” But how does he keep on creating something new and original? It’s all about the people. Whether it’s working with artists or brands, it’s important to him that it’s collaborative. “If it’s an artist, I listen to their music and see where the music guides me,” he explains. “Now, if it’s a brand, I try to go along its guidelines because the movement represent that brand, but I also always try to give something of myself.” “I try to trust my dancers, because when you’re working with people, it’s important for you to be open to what they can bring to you as well,” he adds. “Seeing your work come to life is an amazing feeling, and it never gets old!” DT

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Scene|Profile|Philanthropy GROWTH SPURT With four locations in NYC, maman is quickly becoming neighborhood favorites. Pictured is Ben Sormonte and Elisa Marshall at their TriBeCa spot.

Entrepreneur

COMFORTS OF MAISON

French HOT SPOT maman brings a taste of home to the hustle and bustle of New York City.

NOW OPEN This summer, maman opened the marketplace marché maman next to their SoHo flagship location. ADDRESS 237 Centre St, New York, NY 10013

here are only a few places in New York that get everything right — and maman is one of them. From the décor to the delicious food and friendly staff, this French café and bakery ticks all the boxes. Serving family-inspired food from the South of France and North America, co-founders Ben Sormonte and Elisa Marshall are changing how New Yorkers think about French cuisine. There’s more to it than croissants, baguettes and crêpes. “We found that in the U.S., Americans have a negative connotation of ‘French’ food — that it is heavy, unhealthy, and full of butter,” the duo says. “We wanted to bring to life and introduce NYC to a more Southern French-inspired cuisine, incorporating some classic French ‘comfort food’ with healthy salads, sandwiches and quiches,” they explain. “All our dishes are inspired and named after our family and friends.” Their families have been an important influence in creating maman — which means “mommy” in French — giving customers a place where they can find comfort, as in any good mom’s home. “We decided to name it maman to pay tribute to

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our moms. They are both such strong, wonderful women and amazing influences in our lives — especially in the kitchen!” In a city where new restaurants open on a weekly basis and the competition is fierce, innovation and creativity are key to survival. Luckily, the two have a lot of fun taking traditional French dishes and giving them an American twist — or vice versa. “We took a classic like hot chocolate, and infused milk with lavender to create a Southern Frenchinspired twist on the traditional American classic.” But maman brings more to the table than just food. Ben and Elisa have created a home away from home in the hustle and bustle of New York City — a place where family and friends can come together to share the ambience of the space. “We found that many cafés and coffee shops were very ‘hipster cool’ and trendy, and lacking a warm, homelike atmosphere. The space itself has been carefully curated to allow guests to feel at ‘home,’ as if they are in the dining room of their grandmother in the South of France.” DT

PHOTOGRAPHY BY PHILIPPE REYNAUD

By Siobhan Gunner

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Designer

SEWING A SEED

With the clothing brand AMUR, SOFIA SHANNON has proved that great style does not have to come at the expense of our environment. By Eva Maria Troester

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is the second most contaminating industry in the world, and I had to make a change. I felt it was necessary to do things in a different, better way.” With the launch of AMUR this past spring, Sofia has combined her love of design and nature in a collection that expresses her own aesthetic. Every collection presents a line of statement pieces with a feminine personality, tailored with strong lines and the quality to withstand the seasons. “To me, nature is the ultimate luxury,” she says. “There is nothing I enjoy more than relaxing at the beach, swimming in a lake, or hiking in the mountains. Why wouldn’t I want to preserve the environment?” DT

FAME FAN BASE Rumer Willis, Elizabeth Hurley and Olivia Palermo have been spotted in AMUR’s designs.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHANE LAVANCHER

ver the past few years, creative director Sofia Shannon experienced a shift in the way she was buying products. “Whether it was beauty, fashion, or the food I chose to eat, I started having a higher level of consciousness of what I want for me, for my life, and for my body,” she explains. “I started choosing products made in a healthier, more conscious or more sustainable way, thinking of the impact that products and their processes have on my body and on the environment.” This way of thinking led her to create AMUR, a clothing brand that focuses on lessening the strain the fashion industry puts on the environment. AMUR — which stands for A Mindful Use of Resources — subscribes to the philosophy that design can balance beauty and good intentions. Each collection is created with a conscious sourcing of materials, from choosing organic and natural fabrics to working with artisan collectives in the developing world. “I love fashion and I love designing, and I always want to keep doing what I love,” says Sofia. “But I came to a point where I learned that fashion

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Artist

DRAWN DOWNTOWN

For over 25 years, ELIZABETH WILLIAMS has drawn on her experiences Downtown with paper and pencil. By Eva Maria Troester

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artwork while it was being shot, kissed her fingers and touched the drawing, saying ‘That’s just what I wanted to see.’ I said, ‘I know, that’s why I drew it.’” Courtroom art is very intuitive, and there’s no doubt that Elizabeth has a great talent for spontaneously whipping out a piece a paper and putting pen to it. “Took me a while to get a break, but finally I got lucky,” she says. “Then it took me years to establish myself.” However, courtroom sketching is quickly becoming a lost art. Today there are only a dozen artists or so left in the U.S. To ensure the artwork didn’t just slip through the cracks, Elizabeth and author Sue Russell put together “The Illustrated Courtroom: 50 Years of Court Art.” “I thought it critical to codify this historic work and the artists’ stories into one volume,” she explains. “It was a significant part of American legal history, and the artists’ legacy.” There’s no doubt that there’s passion in everything Elizabeth does with her art, but Downtown is especially near and dear to her heart. “The courtroom work is my job, and [drawing Downtown] is my avocation,” she declares. “So I draw scenes and events whenever I find the time.” DT

ON DISPLAY Currently, some of Elizabeth Williams’ art can be seen as part of the exhibit “Drawing Justice: The Art of Courtroom Illustration” at the Library of Congress in DC.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY RYAN LIU

ith her trained eye catching every detail, courtroom sketch artist Elizabeth Williams spends her free time watching — and documenting — the everchanging Downtown. “I love our Downtown area and community, and think it is a wonderful subject to draw and illustrate. Having seen so many things change over the years living here, it is a constantly moving and evolving area,” she says. Elizabeth has lived Downtown for more than 25 years, since she and her husband bought an apartment on Beaver Street. Back then the area was vastly different, and she’s seen it grow into the bustling neighborhood it is today. Through her work as a courtroom sketch artist, she’s also been able to document some of the biggest cases that have played out in the city. From the Mafia trials of 1980s New York City to Martha Stewart’s insider trading, Elizabeth has been ready in court with her pens and pad, quickly sketching the people and surroundings. One of her most memorable drawings is of financier Bernard L. (Bernie) Madoff — convicted of running the largest Ponzi scheme in history — as he was cuffed and escorted into the lockup from the courtroom. “Outside one of the victims walked up to the

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SCHOLARLY ADVICE CEO DAVID ALLYN is leading youth and education organization Oliver Scholars to impressive success and results.

LIVE TO LEARN David Allyn has written four books, dozen of articles and is currently a visiting scholar at The New School.

or the past three years, David Allyn has been the CEO of the youth and education organization Oliver Scholars, which “prepares high-achieving African-American and Latino students from underserved NYC communities for success at top independent high schools and prestigious colleges.” Prior to joining Oliver Scholars, David had been serving as Director of Education for NJ SEEDS, a similar organization. “It was a great opportunity to use the skills I had learned in both fundraising and programming to lead an organization to even greater success,” David says about coming onboard. Since 1984, more than a thousand alumni have gone through the Oliver Scholars program. The program follows its scholars closely, and can be broken down into three distinct phases. First the organization helps prepare the students for the steep academic and social challenge of transitioning to an independent school through a 14-month Scholar Immersion and Placement Program. Once students are enrolled at an independent school, the organization stays very closely connected with them through its Guidance Program for Scholars. Lastly, its College and Career Service program positions them to understand and navigate the college landscape.

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“[We put] emphasis on ensuring that students not only excel academically, but also develop into strong leaders and engaged citizens. Hence, our three main tenets are Scholarship, Leadership, and Service,” David explains. “Oliver is like a family, which I think also sets us apart.” The whole staff is committed to helping the scholars, and the sense of familiarity and creating a safe environment allows the scholars to grow and learn. “I like to say that the staff has high expectations and big hearts — it puts everyone at ease as we work together,” he says. Oliver Scholars’ main offices are located in the heart of Downtown. And having students and families that come from all over New York City, being in the transportation hub that now exists Downtown is a significant advantage. Adding to that, many of the organization’s mentors and volunteers work Downtown, so it makes it easier for them to participate in the programs. “I think Oliver is poised to become the nonprofit of Downtown New York. We are excited by the changes and growth happening here,” David says, “and we are eager to partner with companies looking to support the broader community.” DT

PHOTOGRAPHY BY RYAN LIU

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A Bright NEW DOWNTOWN

Shot from the top of 7 WORLD TRADE, the new Downtown lights up the dark.

ocumenting Downtown has long been a quest of our magazine; to capture first-hand the ever-changing and ever-growing area it is. After 9/11, the iconic skyline we had known for so long was forever changed in the blink of an eye, and we made it our job to depict the area as it was rebuilt.

This photo, by iconic Irish photographer Joe Woolhead, was taken from the top of 7 World Trade on this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s night of 9/11. Overlooking a vastly changed area, this glowing view is a true testament to how far Downtown has come. Never forget, yet never stop moving. And this area hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Downtown is looking brighter every day. DT

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Culture

Zaha Hadid's 520 West 28th Street blends in with the High Line in a seamless design. Rendering: Courtesy of Hayes Davidson

Get woke IN NEW YORK Get inside the new Nobu pg.34, break a sweat with Dogpound trainer Dara Hart pg.36, see Zara Hadidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mark on the High Line pg.42, & more...

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NOBU has arrived After 23 years in TriBeCa, acclaimed restaurant NOBU has moved to FiDi. By Eva Maria Troester

Downtown Dining Destination Upon entering the new Nobu, you’re met with a beautiful and relaxed bar and lounge. Beneath a floating brushstroke sculpture inspired by Japanese calligraphy, you can enjoy the latest libations and the special lounge menu. Descending the stairs takes you to the subterranean dining area, as well as an exclusive sake table and beautiful private dining and special event space. Here you can relax and savor Nobu’s signature dishes, as well as new items that are also destined to become classics. “While ‘Nobu Style’ cuisine is rooted in tradition, it is also influenced by new flavors, local ingredients, and our passion in the kitchen,” explained Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. “But 23 years ago, we did not think we were revolutionizing Japanese cuisine.” “We were doing the same thing we do today — the best ingredients and dishes made with passion, in a beautiful setting with excellent service,” he continued. “It’s exciting to bring our philosophy into a new space at 195 Broadway, and to see how the energy of that space can influence the dishes we create. New York is always evolving, and it is great to see the Financial District become a true destination for food.” DT

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANIELLE LIU

or 23 years, Nobu has delighted New Yorkers’ tastebuds from its TriBeCa location. But this year, the popular restaurant made the move to a historic building in the heart of FiDi. “Nobu has made Downtown our home since 1994. We had a wonderful relationship with our neighbors in TriBeCa, and diners came Downtown from all over the world to sample Nobu’s cuisine,” said Drew Nieporent, owner of Myriad Restaurant Group. “Now in a landmark building, close to the Oculus and World Trade Center, we will continue to be a great destination for Downtown dining.”

Redefining AIRPORT FARE

Start your travels with a flavor JOURNEY in the airport.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE OTG EXPERIENCE

By Eva Maria Troester

With a strong belief that “the airport should enhance your journey,” the OTG Experience is doing just this. Its designed spaces seamlessly connect you to tech-enhanced hospitality and offer a spectacular dining experience — the perfect start to any adventure. The OTG Experience is currently available in 10 different airports throughout the U.S., and counts more that 350 restaurants. By consulting with celebrated local chefs, OTG manages to create unique restaurants that focus on organic, farm-to-table dishes with the true flavor of each city they’re found in. In New York, they’re in all surrounding airports — JFK, LGA and EWR — meaning you can get a fresh taste of the city and celebrated New York chefs up until the very last minute of your stay. Some of those include Amanda Freitag, Jacque Torres, Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr and when you experience their unique cuisine, your journey will have already begun at the airport. DT DOWNTOWNNYC AUTUM N 2017

Carte du jour|Endurance|Drive|Architecture|History WARM UP 5–8 minutes DYNAMIC warm up and stretch FOCUS: Getting your body ready to work CIRCUIT 1 4–5 minutes 45-SECOND effort and 15-second recovery 3 rounds followed by a 60-second rest POWER: Squat PLYOMETRIC: Burpee CORE: Forearm plank circles CIRCUIT 2 4–5 minutes 45-SECOND effort and 15-second recovery 3 rounds followed by a 60-second rest

PLYOMETRIC: Alternating lunge squats CORE: Plank to push up CIRCUIT 3 4–5 minutes 45-SECOND effort and 15-second recovery 3 rounds followed by a 60-second rest POWER: Plank Rows or Pushups (depending on equipment) PLYOMETRIC: 360 ° jumps CORE: V-ups

Working Out INSIDE OR OUT

No matter the season, being fit and healthy is always in style. Trainer DARA HART of the Dogpound shares a workout that can be done anywhere.

ooler days are on the horizon. You might not feel it just yet, but before you know it, winter will be here. Before the lower temps hit, take advantage of the perfect, crisp fall days or the unseasonable warmth of Indian Summer, and take your workout outside. Downtown sat down with Dara Hart, a personal trainer at one of NYC’s hottest gyms, the Dogpound, for tips and tricks for getting fit and staying healthy no matter the season. First, whether you’re training inside or outside, build up a routine you can stick with. “Don’t just crash diet or work out for a few weeks. It’s better to build up a full routine — a full lifestyle habit,” says Dara. Start out slow, get to know your body, and be sure to include a variety of workouts. Too much of a good thing…

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By Eva Maria Troester

“I recommend my clients train between two and five days a week, pairing intense workouts with more restorative care as well,” she explains. Working out doesn’t have to mean spending hours at the gym. There are excellent opportunities all around you, whether you’re looking to run faster, get stronger, or tone up. “I personally love to work out outside, I think that’s such a wonderful way to train and take advantage of the city in a different way,” she says. “However, I would recommend that you wear sunscreen when outside — and stay hydrated.” So grab a bottle of water, some sunscreen, and use the city as your playground. Strengthen your triceps with bench dips, sprint up and down stairs for building up those quads and stamina, and find a spot in the grass to throw down some burpees. DT

PHOTOGRAPHY BY NIGEL BARKER

POWER: Alternating lunge

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One HOT RIDE The iconic MAZDA MX-5 MIATA provides two-seat intimacy and sporty performance. By Mike Hammer

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF MAZDA

ou and your companion will fall in love with each other and the car’s improved handling as it effortlessly glides through the tight curves of Hudson River Parkway as you make your way to the orchards, hiking trails and vivid vistas of fall foliage in Upstate New York. The MX-5’s lightweight body and improved brake system all combine to assure that energy never goes to waste while you navigate with pinpoint handling, great performance and elegant style. Mazda’s environmental technology is evident in every aspect of the design and under the hood efficiency. The MX-5 features lightweight, rear-wheel drive. And for the driver behind the wheel, it serves up the near-perfect balance. DT

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The Fall and Rise of LOWER MANHATTAN

By Catherine McVay Hughes

ogether we have built and rebuilt Downtown Manhattan, once after 9/11 and again after Superstorm Sandy in October 2012. This investment by our city, state and the entire country is in danger from climate change, extreme weather events, and rising sea levels. But today, there is no comprehensive resiliency plan in place to protect Downtown or NYC as Sandy’s fifth anniversary approaches. As reported by the Regional Plan Association in their report “Under Water: How Sea Level Rise Threatens the Tri-State Region” from December 2016, a rise in sea level of as little as one foot threatens the region’s bay areas, coastal urban

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centers, beach communities, airports, and seaports. Local resilience approaches are important, but they move slowly and are mired in controversy as neighborhoods desperately try to figure out how to build 15-20’ walls at the waterfront and deal with enormous projected costs and funding shortfalls. NYC’s proposed Downtown project is broken into multiple compartments and unless construction is closely coordinated, this segmentation creates the risk that should a serious storm strike New York while one segment is complete and one isn’t, the completed section will

PHOTO: COURTESY OF SILVERSTEIN PROPERTIES, RENDERING: COURTESY OF BIG

A local and global perspective of the NEW YORK HARBOR Regional Storm Surge Barrier.

divert the storm and amplify damage to the neighborhood in which protection is under construction. Currently, waterfront communities are pitted against each other for the limited funding available. Instead, they could be working toward a comprehensive approach such as the bifurcation approach of the New York Harbor Storm Surge Barrier, which would be more inclusive, more cost-efficient and more effective â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and, more importantly, reduce those factors that cause climate change. Rising sea levels create problems in two ways. First, they raise normal high-tide levels, and second, they make storm surges like Superstorm

Sandy even more devastating. An all-harbor storm surge barrier is the best way to mitigate the storm surge risk at reasonable cost, and planning for such a barrier should go ahead in conjunction with plans for localized waterfront sea-level rise defense. The question is how high the walls need to be to keep the sea-level rise and storm surges out. Resiliency is not just about building walls at the waterfront. This is a homeland security issue. It will take everyone working together to address this urgent issue to save New York City, New York State, and the many other coastal counties along the United States waterfront. DT

THE BIG U The masterplan for securing low-lying Lower Manhattan after Superstorm Sandy, called "THE BIG U," has faced delays. As we reach Sandyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five-year anniversary and see more catastrophic storms such as Harvey, Irma and Maria, it's clear that political leadership is needed now more than ever to secure our cities.

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Legacy on the HIGH LINE

With 520 West 28th, ZAHA HADID has made a work of art and urbanism on the High Line.

highly anticipated, sculpture-like, luxury residential building will add a new aesthetic dimension to NYC’s High Line. The completion of 520 West 28th Street is scheduled for October 2017, and the building is already gaining international acclaim. Contributing to the high level of anticipation is the fact that the building is the last completely designed project of Zaha Hadid, a world-renowned, Pritzker Prize-winning architect, before her sudden passing last year. “From early in her career, Zaha visited New York frequently,” says Tiago Correia, U.S. Director of Zaha Hadid Architects, “and the city played an important role in the development of her creative work.” “The building depicts her unique design aesthetic inside and out,” adds Greg Gushee, Executive Vice President of The Related Companies, the developer of the project.

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The structure elevates the visual experience of the High Line for both pedestrians and building residents. “The sinuous exterior of the building creates an eye-catching silhouette, allowing those utilizing the High Line to appreciate its sculptural shape,” notes Gushee, who further points out that the exterior of the building is made up of 900 handcrafted metal pieces joining together in a chevron pattern that frames each residence, creating vast encapsulated views from the inside looking out. Correia explains that the meticulously handcrafted stainless steel façade borrows the materiality of the High Line to carry the spirit of Chelsea’s industrial neighborhood. The recently announced gallery spaces that will be housed within and adjacent to 520 West 28th Street anchor the new development to the pulse of the High Line, to bring residents and potential art buyers alike to the area as a cultural destination.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SCOTT FRANCES, INTERIORS CURATED BY JENNIFER POST & WEST CHIN

By Aleksandra Lacka

RESIDENCES

Every residence features a custom sculptural element in an elegant finish that integrates the functionality of usage spaces with the artist's design.

ZAHA HADID CREATES STRUCTURES WHOSE LINES SPEAK TO NATURAL FORM AND CONTEMPORARY FUNCTION.

BEDROOM

Generous master bedroom suites include ensuite master bathrooms, large walk-in closets or dressing rooms, and linen closets.

KITCHEN

Unique kitchen island sculpted in white marble and high-gloss formed millwork integrates form with the highperforming functionality.

BATHROOM

The spacious bathroom comes with a freestanding 6-foot bathtub by Teuco Guzzini, with fixtures by Dornbracht.

Correia recalls that many years ago, Hadid used to visit galleries in Chelsea and “imagine the possibilities the High Line offered for an alternative kind of public space.” The building at 520 West 28th Street fully embodies those possibilities. The design effortlessly integrates the luxurious interiors with exterior green spaces, while still maintaining a sense of privacy. Its vast windows, which take the same shape as the rounded façade, slide open to chevron terraces, connecting residents with the life on the High Line. Several of the low terraces and adjacent buildings — also controlled by Related — are living green roofs or otherwise lushly planted. The courtyard enclosure, seen from the High Line as well as the building, is a lushly landscaped wall. The unique amenities of the building aren’t to be overlooked. The 75-foot, skylit pool allows natural light to fill the space, and gives those using the pool

a line of vision to the outside while swimming. The building also has an entertaining suite that opens to the High Line terrace, allowing for a seamless flow outdoors during events, as well as housing the first private IMAX movie theatre in New York (with 12 seats), not to mention automated parking, robotic storage, and a private spa suite. The 11-story development has 21 interlaced levels, and features 39 residences ranging in size from two- to five-bedroom units priced from $4,950,000, to $50 million for the triplex penthouse. The 520 West 28th Street project sets a new standard for modern luxury urban living. Hadid’s iconic design, combined with the cutting-edge features and amenities of the building, raise the bar for city living that incorporates bold synergy between exclusive residential spaces and their surrounding environments. DT

Architectural icon Zaha Hadid, photographed by Brigitte Lacombe.

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CLOSE KNIT The whole street was one long line of radio shops next to each other. EAST RADIO STORE located at 76 Cortlandt street, East Radio Store was owned by Irving Jaffe.

Radio PARADISE LOST

Before the World Trade Center, the neighborhood was known as RADIO ROW. By Matt Kapp

ubes, knobs, antennas, oscillators, transistors, transformers, amplifiers, voltmeters, coils, couplers… this was just some of the “junk” enterprising radio buffs could find among the more than 300 electronics shops clustered around Lower Manhattan’s Cortlandt Street. So endless were the possibilities of finding that elusive tuning-fork oscillator or electrolytic detector that The New York Times called it no less than “a paradise for electronics tinkerers.” But there wasn’t just junk to be had. “Here loudvoiced barkers exhort the cash customers not to overlook the wonderful bargains,” wrote Robert Hertzberg in the September 1932 issue of RadioCraft, “and at the same time they keep a sharp

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lookout for the light-fingered gentry to whom the low prices mean nothing.” Here a well-to-do patron could pick up an ornate Amrad Symphony, a fine walnut and brass Stromberg-Carlson Treasure Chest, or an RCA Radiola Grand — $4,700 in today’s dollars — the Bentley of 1920s radio cabinets. Meanwhile, the less-well-heeled could still walk away with a little Philco Midget for a mere 50 cents… just seven bucks today. As eclectic as the assorted wares were the shop owners themselves, who hailed from all walks and corners, and often branded their shops eponymously: Blan the Radio Man, Cantor the Cabinet King, Digby Auction, Leotone, Oscar’s, Heins and Bolet.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF LIBRARY OF CONGRESS, YONKER PHOTO & W8SU

LOUD AND PROUD The shops would always have radios playing . One shop would blast jazz, while another would play the news.

then

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF BERENICE ABBOTT / NYPL COLLECTION & KEN LUND

THEN AND NOW A vastly different area today, Cortlandt Street was once the hub of electronic industry in New York City.

now Absent anti-noise regulations at the time, they would the arrival of frequency modulation radio and later, compete to lure clientele by blasting everything from color television, peaking in the 1950s. Despite the opera to big band to step-right-ups from loudspeakers turnaround, its days would be numbered. above their doorways, making for a motley cacophony On March 27, 1962, the governors of New York along Cortlandt Street. and New Jersey announced plans for a “World Above all the commotion, the whimsical Cortlandt Trade Center” smack-dab on top of Radio Row and Street “El” station stood stoic watch over the carnival- its surrounding warren. Shop owners closed ranks, esque scene beneath it like a “Bavarian ski lodge above led by the inimitable Oscar Nadel of Oscar’s Radio, the street [that] helped give the place sued the Port Authority, and took to the feel of an enclosed bazaar,” the streets. as James Glanz and Eric Lipton In one of the more memorable described it in their fascinating history protests, a mock funeral procession, “TO INVENT, of the World Trade Center, City in Nadel was carried up and down the Sky. you need a good Cortlandt Street in a makeshift coffin, Harry Schneck was the first to flanked by supporters brandishing imagination… set up shop on Cortlandt, when he placards with slogans like “Don’t Let the and a pile of opened City Radio in 1921. At the time, P.A. Kill Mr. Small Businessman!” while the medium was still a novelty. As junk.” giving interviews to reporters. the shops proliferated, “all of the nuts The case wound its way up the — Thomas Edison came out of the woodwork.” Within a courts, but the “small businessman” few years, Radio Row was home to the was no match for the monolithic Port largest concentration of electronics Authority and the powers behind it. stores in the world, employing some Shop owners were offered a scant 30,000 workers. $3,000 to move. Some did, others simply folded. Saturday was the big day. Men from all five boroughs No trace of Radio Row exists today. Bill Schneck and beyond would descend on Cortlandt in multitudes, took his dad down to the site shortly after it was often with sons and occasionally daughter in tow. “On bulldozed in March 1966. Harry ambled out of the Saturday afternoons it is well nigh impassable,” wrote car and gazed down what had once been “a way Hertzberg, “as radio men from the entire metropolitan of life.” district come down to do their weekly buying.” Bill worried the encounter could be bad for But it wasn’t just buying and selling, hustling and Harry’s health. Instead, Bill recalled on Radio haggling. It was terra simpatico, a makerspace for the Diaries, Harry “took it in stride. Everything changes. exchange of ideas among fellow radiophiles: How to Neighborhoods come and go. So, back we went to replace a broken tube, fine-tune a transmitter, build a the car, and off we went.” Few of Harry’s peers fared ham radio station. so well. “Oscar Nadel died a broken man,” another The onset of World War II caused a temporary former shop owner told Downtown Express in 2002. slump in business, but Radio Row rebounded with “There were a lot of broken men.” DT DOWNTOWNNYC AUTUM N 2017

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All Work and ALL PLAY Ideas to keep your children learning outside of school, too pg.48, dressy fall fashion for Downtown girls pg.50, and see what four of Barclay's furry friends are doing this season pg.52.

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After-School SMARTS

Keep your child engaged outside of school with these CREATIVE and EFFECTIVE ideas. By Kate Sylvain and Kat Lofstrom-White

Read with Your Child Every child, no matter their age, should be read aloud to for at least 20 minutes each day. Offer books that grasp your child’s interest. If they are interested in spaceships, find space-related fiction, and expand to books about planets and stars. When reading to children, ask open-ended questions that broaden their thinking — who, what, where, when, how — and encourage them to make predictions by listening to the words and pictures. For older children, start a chapter book together and read out loud to them. This is a great way to spend time together, and research shows that even as our kids get older and can read independently, they benefit from having stories read to them. Audiobooks are also a good option. Put one on with a sleep timer at bedtime.

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Authentic Learning Moments Household chores encourage cognitive thinking. Sorting laundry and matching socks allows for children to distinguish similarities and differences. Loading the dishwasher is a real-life puzzle! Make math story problems out of everyday activities. Cooking together teaches children about measuring, timing, and hand-eye coordination. That said, don’t overschedule your child. Children need time to explore, discover, and play on their own. Hand your child some paper towels, boxes, markers, and a roll of tape and see what happens. Allowing children space to imagine and create encourages creativity and the ability to “think outside the box.” Technology Rules and Guidelines Together with your children, create guidelines for technology use that you can both agree on. Set a timer and create a folder with some of your favorite learning apps. Half the time could be spent in the learning folder, and half in an app of their choice.

Kate Sylvain is Head of The Center for Early Childhood Education and Kat LofstromWhite is Early Childhood and Lower School Learning Specialist and Learning Support Coordinator at Léman Manhattan Preparatory School.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF LÉMAN MANHATTAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL

chool is back in session after a long summer, but learning experiences at home are plentiful — and great for both keeping your child engaged outside the school’s four walls and spending time together.

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Form and FASHION Downtown's green spaces have been sprouting FINE ART for years, which inspired these combinations of colors and patterns.

JEAN DUBUFFET: GROUP OF FOUR TREES (1969-72) With its irregular surfaces, Dubuffet’s black and white sculpture stands in sharp contrast to the surrounding buildings’ straight lines at the Chase Manhattan Bank Plaza.

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JEFF KOONS: BALLOON FLOWER (RED) (2006) Surrounded by a fountain, this red sculpture in polished stainless steel shines bright. Placed outside 7 World Trade Center, the blossom-shaped sculpture attracts the eye of workers and visitors.

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LOUISE NEVELSON: SHADOWS AND FLAGS (1977-78) Welded in Cor-Ten steel and painted in Nevelsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distinctive monochrome black, these seven sculptures arch tall in the triangular intersection of Liberty Street, William Street, and Maiden Lane.

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favorite thing about fall?

2. Where will you go

to watch and play in the fall foliage?

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Name: Kasper Breed: Greyhound Parents: Bailey Koehlke and Brian Farmer

Name: Rascal Breed: Beagle Parents: Synda and Terry Kollman

Name: Zeke Breed: Chihuahua/Pekingese Mix Parents: Doug and Leslie Murray

Name: Emily Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/ Rat Terrier Mix Parent: Christine Tramontano

1. This is my first fall in New York! I can’t wait for perfect walking weather and playing in the piles of leaves in the park. 2. When I’m trying to stay close to home, I love to go to Fort Greene Park.. 3. I love shopping in SoHo so of course my favorite place is Zee.Dog. 4. During summer, I have to stay inside because it’s too hot for my paws, so I found a cool, dry place in Brooklyn that lets me inside, called the Lucky Dog.

1. Cool weather and a chance to hunt those squirrels! Even though I am bred for hunting rabbits, I haven’t found many in the city... 2. Battery Park – love the water views, chasing after the runners and bike riders, and maybe find one of those aforementioned squirrels! 3. Century 21, of course – can’t beat those prices! 4. Black Hound Bar at South End Ave. The Slider Trio is delish! And Jeremy whips up a scrumptious “Autumn In New York” cocktail.

1. One of my favorite things to do is go on long walks with my dad, Doug, behind our building on the Esplanade, which overlooks the Hudson River. 2. My parents love to pack up the car and bring me on nature hikes in Upstate New York.

1. I love the relief from the dog days of summer. This pup does not like the heat! 2. There’s no better place than The Battery. So many smells to sniff and squirrels to chase! 3.. My neighborhood favorite, Le Pet Spa always has a cool selection of this season’s latest and greatest. 4. Le Pain Quotidian on River Terrace is the perfect spot – it’s secluded and covered and I’m sure to find some croissant crumbs to snack on!

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3. At my house, we like to shop locally first, so we’ll go to Le Pet Spa over on South End Ave. 4. We like to go down to Miramar because they are dog friendly. I’ll put on my sweater or jacket and sit with my parents.

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High - Performing Artists It all starts with the body. And these artists keep theirs at PEAK PERFORMANCE to do what they love. By Eva Maria Troester Photography by Nigel Barker

Location: 4 World Trade Center Photography: 1st Assistant: Toby Sprague, 2nd Assistant: Christian Ern, 3rd Assistant: Chris Johnson Styling: Jasmine Caccamo Stylist Assistant: Sydnee Marsh Makeup: Matthew Sky Makeup Assistant: Anna Koblish Hair: David Cotteblanche / Red Market & Jomo Kenyatta Hair Assistant: Nicole Eventoff Nails: Clive Rousseau / Nails By Clive Masseuse: Yotam Kafri & Toumai Kafri / Mudras Behind-the-scenes photographer: Eddy Garay Special thanks to: David Hollier, Chris RWK, Chinon Maria, Layer Cake and all the 4 WTC street artists, Silverstein Properties, Ancolie NYC and Harmless Harvest

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ooking at him now, you wouldn’t think that Kirk Myers used to be overweight. “I was uneducated about healthy eating,” he begins. “I drank ‘skim’ chocolate milk and thought it was healthy,” he adds with a smile. Now, knowing much better, he’s come a long way. He credits much of it to education and preparation. And that’s exactly why he's taken on a more educational approach to fitness. As owner of the popular NYC gym the Dogpound, Kirk Myers’ body is one of his most important tools. To work the hours he does — training his clients and running a business in NYC — endurance and strength are key.

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“I think most people who have their own business understand that it doesn’t come overnight. It takes years and years of grinding and learning from your mistakes,” he says. “You must also be open to change, open to feedback, and eager to improve your craft at all times, in every aspect. If your business is not growing, you are dying.” And even though business is growing, he keeps a focus on the individual. For Kirk, it all comes down to training and making a difference for other people. “You can really change people’s lives and the way they feel day to day,” he says. “That’s something that I can’t get enough of, it really is priceless.”

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he started taking lessons in ballet when she was just three years old, and absolutely fell in love with it. Now, Katie Boren is a member of the corps de ballet at the American Ballet Theatre, and has been able to travel all over the world and perform with her idols. But that also means keeping her body ready and able. “My body is my instrument,” she explains, “so it’s very important for me to treat it well and take care of it as best as I can.” A lot of people don’t always understand the amount of work and sacrifice it takes to reach the level that Katie is at. It takes much discipline and training, but smashing it at the Dogpound gives a whole new meaning to “working out. “Being around Kirk uplifts my spirit, so much so that it doesn't feel like work at all,” she says. “Of course, I'm exhausted by the end of our session, but that doesn't faze me because we have such a fun time together.”

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Anne De Paula

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s a model, Anne De Paula relies on her appearance. However, this doesn’t come at the expense of living her life. “I work out to be the best version of myself, that’s all. All I want is to be healthy and happy,” she explains. To ensure this, she works out consistently at least three times a week. While it can be difficult to find the time between castings and jobs, finding a way to make it fun makes it easier. She’s especially fond of Muay Thai, and describes herself as always having been more of a tomboy. A positive attitude allows her to do what she does – and to do it well. “I love what I do,” she says. “I am always motivated to go to work.” And loving what she does also makes it easier to stay in shape, and she especially loves how great she feels after a good workout. Being in a field so heavily focused on looks, Anne stays grounded with this simple mindset: “Love your body no matter what,” she advises. “Never try to be something or try to look like someone. We are all different and that’s what’s special,” she says.

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hen Miles Chamley-Watson was younger, he was always getting into trouble. This led to having to stay after school and select an extracurricular activity. He chose fencing, and it ended up changing his life. Now an Olympic fencer, Miles keeps his body in incredible shape to compete at the high-performance level he’s reached. “The body is what allows us to do amazing things,” Miles explains. “If you don’t understand or take your body seriously, that’s where you run into

huge problems down the line.” He has a great team around him – from a supportive family to his Dogpound trainers and fencing coaches – and Miles wants to be the best he can possibly be. “I am easily motivated,” he says. “I am addicted to more. I want to win everything.” Right now, he’s training hard to get a spot in the 2020 Olympics. “Three years may seem far,” he notes, “but it's actually very close.”

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n 2015, Cynthia Erivo’s performance of Celie in The Color Purple really kickstarted her career. At the 2016 Tony Awards, she took home Best Actress in a Musical, and later, along with her fellow cast members, a Grammy and a Daytime Emmy. Not surprisingly, Cynthia has had to perform at peak for long stretches of time. And this starts with a strong mind, body and soul. “A teacher once said to me, that you have to be fit for the job, don't wait for the job to make you fit,” she says. “So my body is the first thing I start with when it comes to work. If my body is ready and well, then I know that I can do my work well.” Being healthy and staying in shape comes with added benefits. Not only does it allow her to live out her passion as an actress, it also helps her headspace. “It's the way I keep myself sane, it’s the way I keep myself happy, it’s how I start every single day, whether it be stretch, meditation or work out,” she explains. “I think that wellness is key.”

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Fitness is an art form in and of itself, and in many ways, it’s a prerequisite for many other art forms, too. Most performers – whether they be athletes, singers, models or others – rely on their bodies’ performance to be able to do what they love, to live their passion, and be creative. Learning new choreographies and routines, competing in sports tournaments, and working long hours require stamina and strength. This means dedicating long hours and hard work, not only to your craft but also to maintain and improve your physique so you can perform at your best. Strong Arms and Big Hearts With the Dogpound, Kirk Myers has created a space in New York City where many performers – including some high-profile names – find a safe haven to work on their bodies. “We have really been fortunate to have the nicest clients who refer friends to us. I don't look at it as a hot spot for celebrities. I feel that we are a community that has been built on relationships and driving results for our clients,” Kirk explains about its rapid growth. “I think it's more about being present and focusing on each session. The more amazing experiences we bring our clients, the more they will tell their friends about it.”

It’s clear that it’s never been about the attention or being exclusive. “I am a firm believer in making everyone feel welcome,” Kirk says. Being passionate and positive are the two most important qualities in Dogpound trainers, and this gives a warm and inviting vibe, which could be part of the explanation for its popularity. Though it can be quite overwhelming at times, Kirk and his teammates at the Dogpound take it in stride. “I think if you don't feel like you’re drowning a bit, you’re probably not working hard enough or you don't want to be the best you can be,” he says. Inspiring Performances Wanting to be th best you can be. In many ways, this sentence sums up what motivation is for many. To be your absolute best. To do your absolute best. And for this, having a strong body and a clear mind are necessary; power to create, strength to get back up when you’re knocked down, speed to seize opportunities, and stamina to endure, to live out your passion and believe you can do it. To smash your goals, one by one. DT

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CATCHING

THE bug

What started off as brunch with a friend left two filmmakers hungry for more knowledge about the INSECT-EATING industry.

By Eva Maria Troester Photography by Dimitri Mais

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GATEWAY BUG Johanna B. Kelly and Cameron Marshad have received much recognition for their documentary on the food landscape and crickets, the so-called gateway bug.

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Johanna B. Kelly and Cameron Marshad are the duo behind The Gateway Bug, a documentary feature film on the booming American edible insect industry.

uring the spring and summer, they’ve taken part in numerous film festivals in different cities over a span of just three months. And just recently, the pair secured distribution for the documentary and are excitedly expecting a wide release by the end of this year.

Entomophagy Enthusiasm Johanna and Cameron met on a feature film set, and together with a few friends and other crew members started a writing group in NYC. The group ended up making a short film, and while on this set Johanna and Cameron quickly realized how their drive, passion, and work ethic matched each other’s well. They began working on ideas for new films, and found that collaborating on their own was especially productive. However, the idea behind The Gateway Bug came to them over a meetup with an old college friend of Cameron’s. The two filmmakers first learned about entomophagy in detail during a brunch catch-up with Cameron’s friend, Tyler Isaac. A marine biologist completing his thesis project at UCSB, Tyler introduced them to entomophagy and even ended up as one of the main characters in their documentary. “[He] was explaining the overfishing problem on Earth and how we fish wild fish to feed farmed fish that are supposed to be reducing our reliance on the wild fish,” Johanna remembers. “Because that doesn’t make any sense, he explained that his research investigates how insects were a better match for feeding fish, using far less resources.” When he went on to explain that the same can be applied to human consumption, Cameron and Johanna’s interest was undeniable. A Closer Look As they started researching entomophagy and the industry surrounding it, the duo was quite surprised by what was going on and how little they knew. “We had no idea the environmental impact that food production had. It’s pretty much the primary contributor to global climate change,” Johanna explains. “As filmmakers, we decided to make a film and help everyone learn what we learned.” “I think the best way to make people aware of sustainable agriculture and food production is to make people aware of our current, unsustainable agricultural practices,” adds Cameron. “When we were made aware, we were immediately inspired to look into the solutions.”

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Making the Movie To make the documentary, Cameron and Johanna traveled everywhere in the U.S. and some parts of Canada. Meeting everyone from natural history museum staff members to cricket farmers, they were learning more about the industry every day. “The film really came together in the editing suite,” Cameron recalls. “We traveled to many places and shot interviews with so many people.” As with most movies, a lot of footage went unused, so Cameron and Johanna had to make some tough choices. They ended up focusing more on a few key characters and showing the emotional arc they went through over the course of the couple of years they spent with them. The end result is a very impartial and organic movie. It’s not lecturing, but rather informational, and mirrors Johanna and Cameron’s experience. Just as they learn more about entomophagy throughout making the movie, so do those watching it. “The purpose of our film is to enable free thought around how our food is made and how we define what food is,” Cameron says. “It’s a call to action, to encourage new ways of thinking about food production, food culture and their environmental consequences.”

nd there are many ways to learn more about sustainability agriculture and food production. “Since developing the documentary, we’ve come across so many individuals and organizations beyond those involved with entomophagy who are doing their part to make change,” Cameron says. “I’m very much about getting involved in your local community; it’s convenient and also means you, your family, and friends will directly benefit,” adds Johanna. “There’s a great farmers’ market in TriBeCa on Saturday mornings where you can take your food waste, and they offer lots of info on what else you can do Downtown to contribute positively to the community,” she continues. “Buy the farmers’ food, taste what your New York flavors are… the people are really friendly, so stay for a chat and find out how else you can join in to celebrate a healthier future.” Creating Together in NYC The partnership goes beyond what happens behind the camera and in the writers’ room. Earlier this year, they got married in their Brooklyn backyard at a small ceremony with friends and family. Calling NYC home, the pair enjoys everything the city has to offer. Especially from an inspirational point of view. “There are a number of projects in the pipeline," Cameron reveals. "Being in New York provides many possible subjects, so there are some New York-specific projects, both short and feature length.” And then of course, there is their latest project. This September, the couple welcomed a third member to their movie-making group, as Johanna gave birth to a beautiful baby boy. DT

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In February of this year, the documentary received the Award of Excellence at the Impact DOCS Awards, and has been part of the official selections at film festivals such as the International Santa Barbara Film Festival and Vail Film Festival, to name just a couple. Needless to say, the last few years — and especially the last few months — have been anything but quiet for the two. But they wouldn’t have it any other way. “We’re really enjoying the experience so far,” Johanna says.

Whether it’s bugs of any kind, anything that can help supply food to the people who need it the most. — Culinary expert Andrew Zimmern

PRETTY IN PINK Beet pickled eggs with honey mustard and crickets served at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival.

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Shaking it Downtown With his extensive expertise when it comes to cocktails, ADAM SEGER is raising the bar.

By Eva Maria Troester Photography by Dimitri Mais

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It all started with perfecting a banana smoothie. When Adam Seger was just five years old, his parents bought a blender, and the experimenting began. Now, as the mastermind behind the extensive drink list at the iPic Theaters as well as Tuck Rooms at select locations, it’s safe to say that the sommelier and executive bartender shaking up creative concoctions is far from finished. “Early on, there was always that fascination with the creative process,” Adam explains. “My dad was a bartender in college, and I thought that was really cool.” Personal Touch Adam started out leaning toward the fine dining world. He attended the Cornell University School of Hotel Administration, and while still in school did two apprenticeships in France. Here, he really became enamored with fine dining. Spending time in Europe showed him that as far as

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taking professionalism and hospitality to another level, working in a restaurant or bar could be a noble career. Back in school, there was one experience in his class “Distinguished Management Lectures” that especially stuck with him. In one of the lectures, Robert Burns, who at the time was president of Regent Hotels, blew Adam away. “I wrote him a letter because I was really inspired by the lecture, and he sent me back a three-page personalized letter, not a form letter at all,” he says. “It blew my mind, but it’s also something that resonated with me — giving back and mentoring people.” “One of the things he said in it was, ‘It’s most important for you to work in the best places that you can find, where you can worry less about what your position is, but work for the best,’” Adam remembers.

before iPic began. When he first showed up, Adam had no idea who he was. “He came in three days in a row. We had 27 cocktails on the list, and it took him three days, but he worked through the entire cocktail list,” Adam recalls. When Hashemi called him a week later, Adam had no trouble remembering him. “There aren’t too many people who come three days in row and go through 27 cocktails.” Reinventing Movies and Cocktails Hashemi’s ideas to reshape the cinema business, how people eat and drink at the movies, got Adam onboard right away. “He understood how important a great Cocktail Recipe cocktail, and a great cocktail experience, THE DOWNTOWNER is for hospitality. Can that be done in a INGREDIENTS movie theater? It’s something I jumped on 750ml of the best 100% de Agave because it was the opportunity to reinvent Reposado tequila you can get a business, one of the best pastimes. It was your hands on an easy decision, really.” 1 Golden Pineapple, skinned (keep the For the first location, Adam flew up and leaves for garnish), cut in planks (core trained the bartenders, wrote the cocktail included) and grilled without oil on both lists, and created a cocktail program that sides until juicy, aromatic and caramelhad never really existed before for a movie ized, then chopped in 1” cubes theater. When opening the next location, 7 Fresno Chile Peppers, split, seeds Hashemi again reached out to Adam. removed, stems removed “Now it’s been 10 years, and I’ve opened 3oz Andrew’s FiDi Rooftop Honey — every single iPic,” Adam says. Available at GrowNYC at the Union Square Farmer’s Market

Raising the Bar Back in New York, where he was born Let above infuse at room temperature for and raised, Adam is building his home 72 hours in a 2-quart sealable container base and getting to know the clientele. Double strain and discard solids “I’ve been quite nomadic in the past few years while we’ve opened theaters around COCKTAIL the country,” he says. “I really wanted Moisten the side of a rocks glass with to have an iPic and, particularly, a Tuck lime, then dip in Kosher salt Room Bar that was my own, kind of a In the rocks glass, squeeze in the home residency bar.” juice of one lime And where better than New York City, Add the same amount of agave nectar with Adam’s personal memories and a as lime juice world of inspiration? Add 2oz Pineapple-Honey-Fresno That took him on a path of “I have great memories of the Seaport infused tequila working for Thomas Keller of The District, and the Fulton Market Building. I Fill glass with ice and stir French Laundry, Rick Tramonto and used to come down here in the mornings Garnish with an oversized lime wedge Gale Gand at Tru in Chicago, and the with my mom when all the famous chefs and a pineapple leaf Seelbach Hotel in Louisville. would be buying fish for the restaurants,” ENJOY! he reminisces. From Nacional 27 to iPic “I’m inspired predominantly by Note: As an alternative to infusing your He took all this with him when ingredients, by seasons, by foods I taste own tequila, add 3 slices of Fresno Chiles (red jalapeños) and 2 tablespoons diced he started running a restaurant in that really resonate with me. We’ve done pineapple to the finished drink. Chicago called Nacional 27, one of everything from apple cider donuts to the first bars in the city to do craft scones to local bacon,” he explains. cocktails, an all-fresh-juice program “Constantly being in New York, you — and even growing their own herbs. always see, taste, or smell new things — how can I turn “This was really before the craft cocktail movement that into cocktail?” started,” he says. “I found that [Nacional 27] combined In recent years, the cocktail industry has evolved. all of these different experiences. I understood food. The quality of the ingredients has changed, but even I understood how to talk to a chef, from the chefs I’d more so, the consumer. When people go into a bar, worked with. A sommelier as well, to understand they’re expecting fresh and balanced cocktails. balance and flavor. To me, cocktails were an organic “When you put such passion into a program, into evolution of all of that.” a cocktail, and you have more people getting it and From there, Adam met Hamid Hashemi, the appreciating it, that feeds on your energy.” DT founder of iPic Entertainment. Mind you, this was PREP

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Shear JOY Raising their children in Battery Park, FABIO DOTI and JAMIE LEE are surrounded by everything they need — community, life, and parks. By Eva Maria Troester Photography by Dimitri Mais

fter meeting in 2008, it didn’t take long before Fabio Doti and Jamie Lee became a couple. Now, Jamie works for Bloomberg while Fabio owns two hair salons Downtown — and they couldn’t think of a better place than here to raise their two children (three-year-old Antonio, and baby Aria, who’s just six months old). Downtown is where their story started, and every day they cherish the area that has grown so much and has so many opportunities. Describe a typical day in the life of your family. Jamie Lee: Monday through Friday is probably the same for us as it is for any other American family. Get up, get the kid to school, get the baby fed, and then rush off to work. One thing I try to make happen every day — unless I’m covering an early or late event — is that we all sit at the table for breakfast, baby Aria included. She’s sleeping when we have dinner. It’s important for us as a busy family in the city to eat together at least once a day. This grounds us as a family, even in our busiest times.

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What are the advantages of being in very different fields, professionally? Fabio Doti: Our combined myriad skill sets. Jamie, being in a professional and corporate setting, has exceptional attention to detail and numbers, while I bring a more creative and free-thinking facet to our relationship.

Why did you choose to raise your children Downtown? JL: Battery Park is an incredible place to raise kids. Great feeling of community, incredible parks, and so peaceful. We are blessed to have the waterfront, where Antonio can run around without us worrying about cars or sidewalks. The park is everywhere—we’re in Battery Park! It’s wonderful to have a great neighborhood and community and see so many friendly faces.

How do you balance busy work schedules, family time and romance? FD: Jamie and I typically like to reserve Friday nights as our personal date night without the children. I think it is imperative that couples, especially with small children, remember and retain the love that brought them together in the first place. We’re both Downtown family restaurant: young professionals strivToo many to choose from! Da Mikele ing to attain as much success as possible, and it can be has great pizza, Hudson Eats has so easy to get so caught up in many options to choose from, and life’s everyday responsibilities that you neglect to nurwho can resist a delicious giant plate ture the things you love. I of nachos from El Vez? These spots all try to allocate as much time for myself, my wife and have kid-friendly food family as possible.

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How do you like to spend your weekends? JL: We are fortunate to have family that is always willing to babysit. Fabio and I usually have Friday nights to ourselves, and on Saturdays, I'll hit the gym and go for a good swim. Saturday might be the only day for fitness, so I try to make sure I don’t miss it. After I work out, I pick up the kids from my parents’ house, and we all have dinner together. Sundays we unwind and get ready for the week ahead.

Downtown place to get a cocktail: Pier A has incredible views and so much seating. Great spot for a drink and cool breeze! Family tradition: We are big on beach time in the summer! My parents live on Long Island, so we always spend the weekends at the town beach. We pack a lunch and snacks, and spend the day until sunset on the beach.

What has surprised you the most about having children? JL: I am surprised at how much one couple can accomplish in one day, with two kids, if they are focused and relaxed. I am also surprised at how much a couple, ahem, can argue in one day if they aren't focused and relaxed! I was terrified of how to balance two kids and our jobs, but another nice surprise was that having our second child was such a great adjustment. So to anyone who ever told us, “It’s easier with two!!”—somehow, they were right!

What's your favorite thing about being parents in Downtown NYC? JL: Everything is a walk away. The school is a block away, the pool is an eight-minute walk, the park is right around the corner — Fabio’s two salons are also right here! My most favorite thing about Downtown is that our story started here. We met here, got married here, Fabio made a business here, and now we have a family here. FD: Being a parent has been the most rewarding experience I’ve ever felt. No matter the location, just being a parent and watching our children flourish. What is the best parenting advice you’ve been given? JL: I was advised to always check in with myself every few weeks to calibrate — rejigger priorities and figure out which parts of my life need to be brought to the forefront, and which parts need to take a back seat for a bit.

FD: A quote that has always resonated with me is “Character isn’t something you teach to your kids.” It’s so true! Children are so impressionable, especially at the age Antonio is, that you can try to verbally instill as much as you can in them. However, what will really leave an indelible mark are the everyday actions you make around them. More so than tell them, I strive to show what being a good person looks like. DT DOWNTOWNNYC AUTUM N 2017

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ver the last few years, as the new World Trade Center towers have been built from the ground up, Downtown has slowly flourished with life and vibrancy. However, this wasn’t done by rebuilding alone. The culture that has unfolded in the area has played a significant role in its vibrant setting. Now there’s an art scene where artists — street artists, painters, documentarians, photographers and many more — are inspired to go, to create, and to use Downtown as their canvas. These are some of the artists who have made and are still making their mark on Downtown with spray cans, brush strokes and through the camera lens. These are artists of the towers.

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MARCUS ROBINSON Documentarian and Painter

arcus Robinson didn’t stumble upon Downtown and the Trade Center towers by accident. With a comprehensive background as a photographer, a filmmaker specializing in urban development, and a painter — as well as coming from a construction family — you might say that Marcus was in some ways destined to make the documentary Rebuilding the World Trade Center. “What I want this work to show is particularly the spirit of the city — celebrating the things I love about New York, the diversity of the people and the sort of can-do spirit. The fact that nothing is impossible,” Marcus says. “I just love that before these towers existed anywhere, they were electronic impulses in the minds of Daniel Libeskind, David Childs and the architects.” He saw early on the need to document the rebuilding of the towers, and while it wasn’t an easy process, he could finally begin filming in 2006, just as the construction crew started laying the foundation for what would later be One World Trade, better known as the Freedom Tower. But Marcus didn’t go about the documentary in a brick-by-brick kind of way; by focusing on the construction workers, he created a touching and award-winning documentary with an almost spiritual message of perseverance, workmanship and community. “Right from the start [the workers] sort of welcomed me and got me slightly under the radar, and with their help and being part of that wider construction community, that really helped give a very particular feel to the film and my paintings,” Marcus says. Besides his documentary, Marcus spends hours painting — both onsite and in his studio, depicting detailed scenes from the sites and buildings to portraits of the construction workers that give off an affectionate feel. “I just love the act of being able to draw — looking at something and drawing it creates a very intimate and personal relationship,” he explains. “Out of a sense of camaraderie, brotherhood and connection to this project, I wanted to honor their work in the best way I could — and for my art to be of service to a much higher ideal — and that’s what I’ve tried to stick to.” DOWNTOWNNYC AUTUM N 2017

CHINON MARIA Painter

er murals are bright, colorful and interesting — a true mirror of Chinon Maria’s bubbly personality. With her Colombian roots, an easy laugh and a mouth that rarely stops moving, there’s a vigor and positivity in everything she does. “My art is a reflection of my own experiences, my travels and family history. And I like to think New York has a place for all these cultures, and all these ideas that I love from all over the world,” Chinon explains. “In Downtown, you can walk on any block and at any moment you can see people from all over the world and that’s, for me, really inspiring as an artist.” Growing up in the small state of Vermont, where the homogeneity was apparent on every single corner, she loves New York City for what is does best — gathering people in its wide variety of diversity. “Art has a power to bring together people from different cultures to identify with a piece of work, to enjoy a piece by just being able to see it on the street and getting the community involved,” Chinon says. To do just this for 4 World Trade, Chinon wanted her mural to depict the rich history of New York City in an inviting way, and also sat down with children from the community to talk about the future of the city. “It was not only 9/11, the tragedy that happened here,” she says. “There were so many other things that have made this city what it is today — good and bad — so I wanted to make sure we could honor that through a piece of artwork.” “To end it on a hopeful note, I worked with community children to say the future of New York City is going to be bright, and beautiful, and filled with diversity and color.”

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WHISBE

Sculptor and Painter

n abbreviation for What Is Beauty, WhIsBe is the artist behind 7-foot gummy bear sculptures, among other pieces. In his artwork, he paints somewhat benign characters in an edgier light, such as Ronald McDonald as a dictator, or a vandalizing gummi bear. In creating this contrast, his artwork often sparks conversation. “I feel like nowadays communication, is changing form. And if my work can create a dialogue between two people, I think that’s pretty powerful,” WhIsBe says. “The focus of my work is never to tell people what to think — it’s to challenge them.” His name comes from wanting to pose the question, “What is beauty?” to the audience or individual, to learn how they perceive beauty in general and what they’re looking at. It also works as a cover for the anonymous artist. “Today, privacy is such a scarce thing. And people so freely give anything and everything of themselves to everyone — even people they

don’t know. I find it helps me maintain more of my own spirit for myself,” he says about staying under the radar and not putting his face and real name out there. However, he’s always generous with his art. When the chance to fill the floor came around, he immediately said yes. Though his first thought was slight disbelief. “Because we’re such delinquents and degenerates, I was like, ‘They want us… to paint… with permission… on their property?’,” WhIsBe remembers. But the art, for all its diversity, has truly created more creative interaction in Downtown — and within the building. “I mean, I sit in the lobby with my sculpture and I just see people’s interaction. Instead of just suits and ties passing by, people stop,” WhIsBe says. “And the moment you can have somebody stop and pause, to whatever degree it is, you’re changing their train of thought. Which is often good, because we get stuck in our ways.”

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LAYER CAKE

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true New Yorker whose family has been living in New York for four generations, Sean Sullivan, aka Layer Cake, finds his inspiration — and the origin of his street name — in New York’s multilayered art history. “My inspiration comes from seeing everything right on top of each other. In the subways, the advertisements that are scraped off to find the old advertisements, the graffiti peeking through,” Sean explains. His art takes a spin on pop culture and pop iconic images, and adds in more layers and a raw feel of the city. “I feel like people are slaves to iconic pop images. It gives a familiarity and makes people feel connected to it. And then I’m able to add all the grittiness to it, which is real life, behind it,” he explains. While you might not immediately connect street art to the old business area of Downtown, it’s pretty easy to do so — because art is not

about fitting into the environment you’re in. “As artists, we need to stand out. Have you ever seen a 7-foot gummy bear? No. You’ve never seen any of this stuff. All of these artists in here, they’re so amazing because they’re capable of standing out,” Sean says. When he was first approached about painting in 4 World Trade, he immediately jumped at it. “I just knew I wanted to paint it, right away. No hesitation. Why would you hesitate to paint somewhere you can see all around you?” he asks. The new buildings have been a major part of what’s happening in Downtown. And the Ronald O. Perelman Performing Arts Center, coming in 2018, will add yet another dimension. “It’s going to bring a tremendous amount of life down here,” says Sean. “And I can’t wait for it to happen.”

EIJA ÖHRNBERG Watercolorist

he first time Eija Öhrnberg stepped foot onto the 67th floor of 4 World Trade, she found the view almost too overwhelming. “When I first came here, I thought it was too much. Like, ‘I can’t do anything, it’s so breathtaking,’ but then when I started being here, I saw how different the color of the city is. And that’s the most inspiring to me,” Eija explains. The Finnish watercolor artist has been painting in the tower for a little over a year, and while her previous motifs have been Scandinavian forests and green areas, this view from the city gives Eija a different take on the concrete jungle of New York City that creates an almost similar feel. “It’s a little like walking around in the forests in Scandinavia, when I come up here. Peaceful, tranquil and serene,” she says. “I always walk around and get an overlook. It’s interesting because from up here, you can really see how the colors of the city are changing, how the sky changes.” She paints on long strips and follows shapes and silhouettes from various spots of the floor at different times of the day. The unique 360° view allows her to catch the color scheme of the city and sky in the distance. “You can see when the weather changes, when the clouds come in, when the fog slowly takes off, when it’s completely clear… you can see everything and then the next minute, everything is gone.” “When you come from Scandinavia, where the buildings aren’t that tall and just overall completely different, this view is really something…” Eija trails off.

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LEOPOLDO GOUT Painter and more

ust a few floors down, you’ll find Leopoldo Gout. Originally from Mexico, Leo came to New York City via London in the ’90s, and calls himself “a classic product of immigration.” On the 64th floor of 4 World Trade Center, Leopoldo has set up his studio with music and big canvases, and paints murals on walls and floors. Nothing is off limits in Leo’s creative process. It never has been. “New York has been kind of like a sponge,” he explains. “The more I am part of, the more I find different waters and different creative outlets.” Over the course of his career, Leo has had his hand in many creative projects — music videos, movies, writing, painting, video games design… the list is long. Much like the area, Leo’s artwork is always growing and evolving. He’s just published his second book, Genius, and has recently wrapped up production on the movie Molly’s Game, starring Jessica Chastain,

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Idris Elba and Kevin Costner, which premieres in November. So when Silverstein approached him to offer him the space, it couldn’t have come at a better time, as he was looking to combine all of his projects in one place. He just wishes there were more programs like this to keep artists Downtown. “The city needs the space to think — parks, spaces like the museums, galleries, and art studios — these are things I think the city should fight to keep, just for the cultural exchange,” he says. “I don’t think that there is a society that can thrive without cultural exchange,” says Leo. “And to me, it’s fundamental; it’s as important as, say, transportation, because art reflects the power of the human spirit and influences it.” “I think art is the vital spine of the soul of the city.”

ometimes it’s hard to imagine the terrors that hit Downtown, when you look at the vibrant, buzzing, crazy, busy, ever-growing and ever-changing area that it is today. Downtown, with all its commerce — Westfield, Brookfield Place, and every other shop around here, new as well as old — all its new residential buildings, a true 24/7 neighborhood with a culinary scene that seems to be growing faster day by day as new restaurants and food meccas are turning up. And then there’s the culture, the art. Because this area was not brought back to life by rebuilding alone. Larry Silverstein has always known what art and culture could do. With an upbringing filled with classical music, he experienced firsthand the importance of creativity and having an outlet for it. He knew that needed to come to Downtown too, for this historic part of New York City to truly be revived — inside and out. You could very well say that the master plan by Daniel Libeskind — the memorial site, each of the towers carefully designed by architects such as Bjarke Ingels and Richard Rogers, the majestic Oculus by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, and of course the Ronald O. Perelman Performing Arts Center designed by Joshua Prince-Ramus — is

a work of art in itself. And indeed it is. But filling the towers with artwork on the inside as well has been another stroke of genius by Silverstein Properties. Everything from sculptures in front of the buildings and in the lobbies to artists using spaces as art studios — and then of course last year’s Art in the Sky Gallery, in which street artists were invited to decorate the 69th floor of 4 World Trade. With the help of gallery owner Doug Smith of the World Trade Gallery and creative consultant Robert Marcucci, the street artists transformed the space into a creative heaven. Bringing art to Downtown is an ongoing project and artists from all over the world have been part of making the area what it is today — a lively place with spirit and soul; with the city’s heart beating in every corner… an area that truly is the heart of New York City. DT

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y drive from the airport to Ka’anapali had taken me along the island’s northwest coast, where I caught glimpses of the sapphire-blue Pacific as I cruised along the curving roadway. I reached my destination, The Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas, just in time to watch the sun set over the water. As one of the larger resorts on Maui, the Westin offers enough action to keep even the busiest guests happily occupied. There are several restaurants, pools, a kids’ club, free shuttle service, activities galore and an onsite outpost of Maui Paddle Sports, which offers outrigger canoe rides. What sets the resort apart is its dedication to Hawaiian culture — in all its forms. At the top of the list is the onsite Pu’uhonua Cultural Center, where kids and adults can try their hand at playing the ukulele, learn a bit of Hawaiian history and language, help cultivate native Hawaiian plants, and make leis. You’ll find lots of local flavor at the resort as well. I dug into a perfectly grilled piece of ahi tuna surrounded by island vegetables at Pulehu, the resort’s Italian grill; the next day, at Auntie’s Kitchen, my plate lunch — the Hawaiian version of the south’s meat and three — was perfectly old school, with creamy macaroni salad and tender Kailua pork. At Mauka Maika, within the adjacent — and just-opened — Westin Nanea Ocean villas, you can taste traditional Hawaiian foods like taro. There’s also Maui-brewed beer at every bar and restaurant onsite. Located on the northwestern side of Maui, Ka’anapali is a convenient home base for exploring some of the area’s most intriguing places. Honolua Bay, which sits at the base of a stunning rocky bluff, is popular with sunset seekers; Kapalua’s D.T. Fleming Beach Park, a glorious stretch of sand that often tops “best beach” lists, offers easy access to a number of hiking trails. Closer to the resort — and on the shuttle route — is Lahaina, a former whaling village filled with shops, restaurants and galleries.

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ailea, the Relais & Châteaux Hotel is set on a sloping hillside above the exclusive resort community in a breezy oasis of manicured gardens, rushing waterfalls and pretty wooden bridges set over burbling streams. But step up to any overlook, and the magical blue Pacific appears, speckled with islands and sparkling in the sun. At night, when the winding pathways and stone buildings are lighted by candles and torches, and the breeze carries the scent of ripe mangoes and papayas from the garden, it’s startlingly romantic. Within the resort’s 72 villas, Hawaiian Ohia wood, limestone and other natural materials are warm and inviting; modern amenities like kitchenettes with SubZero and Wolf appliances, huge spa showers and private lanais up the luxury quotient. The large fitness center is well appointed and adjoins a movement studio where patient instructors teach a variety of classes. During the day, activity centers around the peaceful pool, which is rimmed by lush tropical plants, private cabanas and a subdued teakwood bar that turns out as

many freshly squeezed juices and organic smoothies as it does mai tais and piña coladas. If you decide to venture to the beach, Hotel Wailea makes it easy: Call the front desk and they’ll whisk you straight to the sand, where a chair, umbrella and food service — courtesy of the adjacent Four Seasons Resort — will be waiting at the hotel’s private beach club. If you’d rather explore on your own, the hotel will pack a basket filled with towels, lunch, drinks, a map and other necessities, and send you on your way. I arrived at the spectacular — and aptly named — Big Beach and spent an hour walking through sand the color of suede, then taking a refreshing dip in water so perfect that even 20-something hipsters abandoned their studied cool and splashed with glee. When I asked the lifeguard where to go next, he directed me to an unmarked entrance in a stone wall, where I discovered a jewelbox nook of a beach called Secret Cove. I spent 10 minutes standing on a rock trying to get a photo of a sea turtle just at the moment she lifted her head out of the water. It was, happily, the most stressful part of my day. I spent the afternoon in Paia, a hippie surfer town about 40 minutes north, watching pros take on the swells at Baldwin Beach Park and enjoying a Kona coffee with salty caramel creation from Paia Gelato. Then it was time to return to Hotel Wailea. I’d been gone long enough. DT

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beach, where attentive staff takes care of your every whim. When you’re ready to take a break from the water, make your way to the spacious private cabanas that surround the pool and beach, and bring essentials like good books and a playlist with your favorite music. There are plenty of options to break a sweat while at the resort. Not just by lying in the sun, but rather by getting active. Their comprehensive fitness program is designed to adapt to your personalized routine, making it easy to fit into your vacation schedule. They offer personal training sessions, meditation and yoga, beachfront classes, and a state-of-the-art gym. And if you’re more into sports, the resort also houses basketball and tennis courts, as well as gorgeous golf course. For true tranquility, head to the holsitic spa, which focuses on mind, body and spirit and brings relaxation to a new level. Book a slot at their hydrotherapy facility and choose from one of the specialty treatments with a variety of natural ingredients that add to the relaxing environment. Afterwards, head over to the beauty salon and barbershop for pampering sessions.

Riviera Maya, and incorporates many natural and handmade materials sourced within the area. The rooms, suites and villas manage to mix modern luxury with familiar rustic details drawn from the region’s history. Adventures All Included This unique adults-only, all-inclusive resort never runs out of things to do. UNICO 20°87° Hotel Riviera Maya is for both the adventurer and the laidback vacationer. Leave most of the planning to the staff, and go on one of their many tours. Explore one of the Seven Wonders of the World by visiting the historic Chichen Itza and swim in a cenote, take a dive with dolphins or zipline through the jungle. Taking it to the next level, look into their five signature tours. Each of these tours is available at special hours to make it a more unique, secluded experience. Embark on a tour through the ancient Muyil ruins, along two lagoons, and into the jungle for a hike, or marvel over an enchanting sunset with a cocktail in your hand as you sail along the stunning Riviera Maya coastline aboard a luxurious catamaran. If you’re one for the water, there are plenty of possibilities — spend your day enjoying an unfiltered experience at one of the three pools, or if you’re more of a beach lover, wander down to the expansive

Vacation Time, and the Living is Easy Dining options come served on a silver platter — as they should. The culinary experiences vary from elevated fine dining to casual beachside buffets. Similarly, the cuisine ranges from simple and healthy to wonderfully indulgent. The resort has five restaurants on property so guests can easily enjoy and experience the culture through flavors. At Cueva Siete, Executive Chef Christian Bravo serves dishes deeply rooted in Mexican flavors and traditions. Not only does he have a long history at luxury hotels and resorts, and three Michelin-starred restaurants in Spain, but his résumé is as impressive as his cuisine, which pays homage to the regional Yucatecan zest. Each restaurant offers a journey of flavors. Travel to Asia by visiting Mura House, whose menu draws on Asian flavors and techniques with a concentration on Japan, and brings together three different styles of Japanese cuisine — Teppanyaki, Yakitori, and Sushi. Take a flavorful trip to the Mediterranean in a warm, intimate setting at Mi Carisa, where each bite bursts with sincere affection for the coastal Italian kitchen. Get a taste of the European café culture at Cafe Inez, or try out the hotel’s casual beachside venue at Restaurant 20.87 with everything from an extensive morning buffet to a classic grill in the evenings. Marvel at the sunset at their lounges and bars with your drink of choice, made by trained mixo-logists who know just the right drink for you — and how to shake a cocktail. To relax from your long day excursions, try sipping wine at a painting class, and be sure to save some energy for salsa dancing, or just sit back and watch entertaining performances at Palmera Lounge. UNICO 20°87° Hotel Riviera Maya is an exclusive, fun-filled destination, and you can be sure to experience spontaneous live acts by talented musicians, pop-ups, pool parties, meet new friends, and dine at delightful restaurants. DT DOWNTOWNNYC AUTUM N 2017

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Historical ISLAND Explore CURAÇAO, a quiet Caribbean island rich in history, culture and diving. By Eva Maria Troester

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uraçao may not be the first island that comes to mind when planning a Caribbean vacation. Islands like the Bahamas, Antigua, Grand Cayman and the U.S. or British Virgin Islands are renowned locales for beaching, swimming, dining, watersports and relaxing. But because they’re so widely adored by travelers from all over the world, they bring swarms of people to their resorts and hotels throughout the whole year. This brings us to a quieter destination – Curaçao, a Netherlands territory with a population of just above 160,000. If you’re searching for an escape from lower temperatures this fall, there’s some good news: the average temperature on any given day in Curaçao is 80 degrees. Year-round sunny skies and warm waters beckon beachgoers and outdoors enthusiasts alike. Thirty-five beaches comprise the island, assuring you and your travel companions plenty of wide-open space and, perhaps, a secluded oceanside spot all to yourselves. The real gem of Curaçao, and perhaps its claim to fame, is the draw for divers. The island is surrounded by 65 individual diving sites, a standout figure among the islands of the Caribbean.

Oh, the Places You'll Stay The island is fairly affluent, clean and welcoming. It offers up both great accommodation and dining possibilities. Lions Dive and Beach Resort is a sporty hotel and its location makes it the perfect starting point for an active island adventure. The Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort a little further south is a luxurious 350-room resort with all-encompassing water views, pristine white sand beaches, three pools, four restaurants, fun dive, and watersport equipment and activities. A place you can truly unwind and relax. Culture Vulture For the adventurer, a must-see is the Mount Christoffel Park, located 1,220 feet above sea level, replete with local plants and birds, hiking, breathtaking views and Plantation Savonet – one of the earliest plantations on the island. Tour the marvelous Downtown Willemstad, a UNESCO world heritage site. Visit the iconic Queen Emma Bridge, and stop by the floating market to meet Venezuelans selling their fresh vegetables and fish. Be sure to make time for the Mikvé Israel Synagogue — the oldest synagogue in use in the Western Hemisphere. Stepping in is like going back in time, with sand floors and artifacts that are still used today. On your way to Santa Barbara, do yourself a favor and go to the Aloe plantation. The women of the plantation will give you an in-depth lesson on aloe, growing it and its many natural healing properties. One of the women, Dinah Veeris, tours you through her meticulous herb garden and shows you how to pick herbs off the stems, how to eat them. and how they can even be used to brush your teeth.

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Taste of Curaçao Curaçao offers plenty of dining options, too. Check out Willemstad’s local spots such as Fuoco, with picturesque views and delicious cuisine to match, and Karakter, with daytime beach service in comfortable lounge chairs and a nighttime cozy seafront atmosphere. Dine at highlights such as the historic Fort Nassau, where Chef Thomas Groen from Amsterdam prepares casual fine dining with 360º views of Curaçao, or Shore at the Santa Barbara Resort, where Chef Heinrich Hortencia fires up tasty concoctions using local ingredients and reinvents Curaçao cuisine. DT

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Wear white after Labor Day. Shirt: INC Jeans: Helmut Lang Photography by Aranka Israni

Some Like IT HOT Fight off the cooler temps of fall with the hottest trends of the season pg.106, find men's care must-haves pg.111, get advice on a skincare regimen for all ages pg.116, & more...

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1. EUGENIA KIM Bianca hat eugeniakim.com

2. ETTIKA Oh My Darling choker ettika.com 3. BRUNELLO CUCINELLI Velvet jersey and tulle evening dress brunellocucinelli.com

4. ANYA HINDMARCH Space Invaders shoulder strap anyahindmarch.com 5. PRABAL GURUNG FW 2017 Runway prabalgurung.com 6. FENDI Kan I F bag fendi.com 7. ST. JOHN Shavari jacquard jewel neck cape stjohnknits.com

Modern MAROON Embrace the fall foliage by parading this COLOR around town.

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lack will always be in style — why wouldn’t it be? But this season, it’s time to add some maroon to your palette. The stunning combination of black and maroon will be the quintessential pairing for this fall. Make sure to add texture, fur, rhinestones, and shimmer to your wardrobe to stay on trend. Bag straps are the ideal accessory to revolutionize any outfit. Change from one with color to another with fur, or even one with rhinestones for a step up when you’re on the run and in need of a quick new outfit! This is one item you don’t want to miss out on in your fall wardrobe. These pieces will keep you trendy, warm and in perfect harmony with the darker hues of the season. DT

Makeup Made RIGHT

Go for a natural look with ALL-NATURAL products. By Eva Maria Troester

classic look we love no matter the season is the natural look. Best thing about it? You can dress it up and down, and keep it fall appropriate with the right colors. This season, go for the neutral look with all-natural makeup. Many makeup brands are focusing on developing eco-friendly, vegan and all-natural products to keep you looking your best and feeling it, too. And luckily for us, they are getting good at it. You no longer have to choose if you want the environmental friendly brand, or the best one. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a ton of makeup out there that works wonders and doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t harm the environment. However, there are a few tips and tricks to keep in mind to make your natural fall look standout, rather than washed out.

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Cohesive Complexion Opt for a liquid foundation that melts into the skin for a glowing, almost wet finish. Combine it with a highlighter to give you the right glow, and add a little blush for those rosy cheeks.

1. TARTE Tarteist lip stains tartecosmetics.com 2. LAURA MERCIER Eye Basics eyelid primer lauramercier.com 3. COLORSCIENCE SPF 50 Mineral Powder colorscience.com 4. TARTE Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara tartecosmetics.com

5. GLOSSIER Cloud Paint blush glossier.com 6. MARC JACOBS Undercover Perfecting Coconut Face Primer marcjacobs.com 7. SEPHORA Mixology Eyeshadow palette sephora.com

Iluminating Eyes Use matte soft colors for an everyday look and build it up with darker, more shimmery colors for a more dramatic look at night. Bronze, auburn and beige shades, and some metallics, are fall favorites. With a good eyeliner and mascara, you can easily add a more dazzling look to your eye makeup. Locked Lips Stick with your stains. These long-lasting formulas have sheer coverage, which allow you to build up the color and go for a deeper or lighter version of your signature shade. Try a nude lip to show off natural beauty and soft femininity, or go a little darker for fall nights. DT

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WOW VOLUME For styling, apply Kérastase Mousse Bouffante on damp hair for buildable volume and body before you blow dry.

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Go for the season’s HOTTEST COLORS like warm copper and platinum blonde, and get tips on fall’s cuts and care. By David Cotteblanche, Nicole Eventoff and Lionel Atzas, Red Market

oisture-deprived hair is very common in the fall. Itchy, dry skin naturally comes with colder weather, and the same goes for your scalp and hair. Add a hair mask on the driest sections of your hair, and leave it in for 10-15 minutes. You can also use the mask as a daily conditioner by rinsing immediately. Remember to change your shampoo and conditioner every season, so your hair can adjust to the change in temperature. As the weather gets cooler, humidity decreases, which will cause your hair to be flat. Luckily, there are products to help with this, such as volume powders and mousse. Colors of Fall If you’re thinking about coloring your hair this fall, avoid some of the most common mistakes, such as setting unrealistic hair color goals, coloring your hair at home, and not maintaining your hair between color appointments with the use of color-enhancing shampoo and conditioner. Be prepared and talk to a colorist about your wants and needs. And if you want to keep it trendy, these colors are hot this upcoming season. Golden Bronde (Brown-blonde shades within hair) — is the quickest way to give your hair dimension. Dark Bronde — If you have an existing darker brownish shade, request a gloss from your hair colorist. Hello Platinum — Fabulous as a global hair color. Natural-Looking Ombré — Not the harsh contrast kind we saw a few years ago. Sandy Beige— Schedule a lowlight of sandy beige tones. It creates a beautiful dimension of richness for blondes. With sun exposure from summer, the hair tends to fade. Perfect time to schedule an all-over “lowlight,” including a gloss, which will create a softer effect in the appearance of your hair color.

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CARE FOR COLOR Use this colorenhancing shampoo and conditioner from Oribe to maintain your colored locks.

Cinnamon Chocolate — An auburn shade warms up darker hair to create this hot global (all-over) color trend. Warm Copper — Bring it on, autumn!

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Hot Cuts Shattered Long-Layered Shag with Bangs — Having a fringe as well as lots of facial framing creates the overall shag element. Wild and Free Texture — Excellent for curly hair textures. This haircut is all about shape and balance. Choppy Pixie — A short fringe with layers all over, keeping texture thick. Texture rules this cut on curly, wavy or straight hair. Textured 1930s-Inspired “Bob” — With subtle graduation, keep the cut slightly A-line, shorter back to front, and include a wavy blow-dry finish. The Shag — A modern take is longer and full of volume, not so intensely layered. Fringe — Needs no explanation. A Midi Cut — Not into short hair and don’t want to grow it longer either? This is the perfect option. Aim for length around the collarbone. Stylish Hairstyles Wavy hair is still in style, but in a barelythere wave. The faux perm is also hot, and can be easily recreated by using a 3/4-inch curling iron for an ’80s-inspired look. Embrace your natural textures too, and let your hair air dry for the right feel. Natural texture such as curls, or long and sleek hair, never really goes out of style. And you can add volume with the right products, as well as accentuate your natural texture with restorative haircare. There’s a line within the brands for any of your hair needs. Give life to your natural hair, and make it amazing. If you want your hair out of your face, opt for a high, tight, sleek ponytail to keep it trendy, or a relaxed ponytail — these are coming back! Also, braids and undone updos aren’t just for summer. Take advantage of these into the fall, too. If your hair is short, the smooth pixie is cute and fresh. DT

MORE MOISTURE Kérastase's new Aura Botanica line is great for fall because it contains Samoan coconut and Moroccan Argan oils, which helps maintain the desired level of moisture.

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Cool COLORS Get ready for the cooler temperatures with a HOT MIX of navy, brown and beige. By Ashley Tucker

or fall, venture outside your comfort zone of black and white, and explore colors in this season’s savvy shades of navy, brown and beige. Play around a bit to get the perfect pairing. There are many ways to introduce this palette to your wardrobe. Coats, shoes, watches… you name it. Sneakers are coming in hot this season, and choosing the right pair in the right material can take them from casual to dressy. The season means reintroducing outerwear — stay within the color scheme, but venture into different styles. Try on trench coats, blazers, and pilot jackets, and find the style that fits your look. This sophisticated combination of colors is sure to be a hit whether you are working on Wall Street, checking out a new destination for the weekend, or heading out to an exclusive event. DT

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4. MONCLER Maglia cardigan moncler.com

5. BRUNELLO CUCINELLI Leather gloves brunellocucinelli.com 6. GIANVITO Round-Toe Low-Top sneakers saksfifthavenue.com

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Compact CARE

1. MATT & NAT Maple tote bag mattandnat.com 2. BOGOBRUSH Toothbrush bogobrush.com 3. BADLANDS Dry Shampoo Paste randco.com

Stock your grooming kit with natural, MULTI-PURPOSE products for quick mornings — or quick getaways.

4. JACK BLACK Pit Boss deodorant getjackblack.com 5. JÄSON Simply Coconut toothpaste jason-personalcare.com

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6. JUNE JACOBS Lightweight Lotion junejacobs.com

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all is famously known for windy weather and a confusing mix of one day’s unseasonable warmth and the next day’s rainy clouds with cool gusts. The answer to this conundrum is simple. Keep your grooming kit stocked with a few key products to fix you up in no time. Whether you’re throwing them in a tote for a quick getaway, or stocking your bathroom cabinet, try choosing natural, multi-purpose products to keep it light and cover the basics: a fresh, clean scent, neat hair, a bright smile and an easy cleansing routine to keep your skin clear and soft.

7. CLARISONIC Alpha Fit cleansing brush clarisonic.com

Rinse, Moisturize, Repeat Cleanse and moisturize. There’s no way around it. No matter if it’s stress, sweat or the weather causing your skin troubles, establishing a routine of cleansing and moisturizing will go a long way. Opt for a moisturizer with SPF during the day, and you can skip the sunscreen. Feeling Fresh Don’t forget to apply deodorant, and give your teeth a quick sweep—it might sound too simple, but just these two tasks will make you feel fresher in no time. Take advantage of the many natural products on the shelves — choose a deodorant without parabens to avoid irritated skin, and try out a toothpaste that uses the benefits of virgin coconut oil and bamboo powder for a brighter, natural smile. Locks: Locked and Loaded Come wind, rain or shine, will your hair stand the test? This dry shampoo paste from R+Co is one part dry shampoo, one part styling paste, and it adds texture and hold while also absorbing oil. It’s perfect to bring along or use on a lazy morning. DT

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Combining Eras in the BEDROOM Create a SENSUOUS and RELAXING bedroom with a hint of decadence and playfulness. By Bruce Bierman and Nathan Thomas, Bruce Bierman Design

hen looking at trends, we often look to women’s fashion and the upcoming forecasts for colors, fabrics and patterns. We tend to look at “color” as something wex use as a tool — and in a bedroom, we like to envelope a room in a color, up and over, creating a cocoon-

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like feeling. This is often achieved by using paint, but can also be created using wall upholstery and a corresponding paint color for ceilings and trim work, including doors and door frames. Combinations and layers of similar tones provide a sensuous and relaxing environment. Based on the fall runways, we are seeing lots

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PHOTOS: COURTESY OF BRUCE BIERMAN DESIGN

GOING FOR GOLD Take home first place this season with golden tones and a bold mix of patterns.

of golden citrons, chocolate and bronze browns, along with silky velvets, furs and strong textures mixed with bold patterns. A mix of eras can be seen on the catwalks, with silhouettes reminiscent of the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;70s and decades past, full of decadence and playfulness. Taking this into interiors, you can combine eras

by mixing vintage with current when selecting furniture and lighting. Go after a bold use of color and metallics in textiles, and metals in furniture. Focus on luxurious fabrics and elegant textures. DT

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Sunscreen and SPF Proper use of sunscreen now will help prevent discoloration, lines, wrinkles, brown spots, and aging. So use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. If you plan to be in the sun for extended periods and have a lighter skin type, an SPF of 50 gives added protection. At the same time, it is smart to wear good sunglasses with filters shielding against UVA and UVB radiation and infrared rays. Wear a big, glamorous hat and apply a leave-in sunscreen product to your hair. Ultraviolet rays wreak havoc on hair’s molecular structure, turning silky strands into straw in no time. Always apply a lip protectant with an SPF of 30 or higher. Lips have no melanocytes — the cells that produce pigment — so they are especially

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vulnerable to burning. Over time this leads to wrinkles and thinning of the lips themselves. Moreover, this is a common site for skin cancer to develop. Do not let this happen to you! Lipstick is not enough. Babies and children under six should use physical — zinc oxide, titanium dioxide — as opposed to chemical — oxybenzone, octinoxate octisalate, avobenzone — sunscreens, so check the label. Remember to protect children in their strollers and carriages, and consider attaching a parasol or sunshade when possible. Hair Removal and Tanned Skin Though beach days are now a thing of the past, people still travel and take dips in the pool. Many people benefit from the confidence boost and convenience factor that laser hair removal provides, but it is important to avoid treating tanned skin with lasers, so you might have to give it a few weeks — even self—tanner must be removed before treatment, as the laser’s energy will be absorbed by the pigmented skin rather than the hair. Make sure to seek advice from a well-trained doctor who either operates the laser him- or herself or has well-trained estheticians. DT

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eople of Celtic and northern European heritage, especially those with blue or green eyes, light skin and blonde hair, need to be more careful than people with darker skin. Having said this, it does not mean that dark-eyed, dark-haired people are immune to sun damage. The fact is, even brown-eyed brunettes and those with dark skin must use sunscreen religiously. It may take longer for the damage to appear, but eventually it will. Not only can sun exposure cause skin cancer — by far the most common type of cancer in humans — it also ages the skin prematurely. If you look at, say, Christie Brinkley, you can see how using good sun protection over a lifetime pays dividends. While you can’t stop or turn back the clock, there are steps you can take to keep your skin healthy and youthful.

SKIN WORSHIP Sun protection is always a HOT TOPIC, not just during summer when the temperatures hover in the 90s.

By Dr. Albert Lefkovits

LUMINOUS LIPS The luxurious high-performance sunscreen for lips by CLÉ DE PEAU BEAUTÉ restores and hydrates for a velvety, luminous look and feel.. POWER PROTECTION This powerful MOROCCANOIL duo of face moisturizer with SPF and sunscreen lotion helps keep you protected from the sun and leaves your skin hydrated and nourished. COOL AND COMPACT Get a kit that can do it all.. This mineral travel-friendly kit from COOLA comes with four key items including a face sunscreen and an after-sun lotion.

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CERTIFIED Dr. Ulysses H. Scarpidis is a leading boardcertified plastic surgeon and a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Skin REVEAL

DR. ULYSSES H. SCARPIDIS talks preventive care, regular maintenance and fillers. By Grace A. Capobianco

THIRTIES Apply a cream with antioxidants and exofoliating properties like NEOCUTIS MicroFirm to your neck and décolleté for a more youthful, sculpted profile. FIFTY-PLUS Help address the complex signs of aging by using a serum like NEOCUTIS MicroSerum before your moisturizer to improve firmness, elasticity, tone and texture.

Tell us about the three-step process. First, I make sure they’re using sunscreen every single day. Once the patient spends at least two weeks taking care of their skin, I might recommend a neurotoxin, like Xeomin, to treat frown lines or a filler, like Radiesse or Belotero, to treat smile lines around the mouth. Lastly, depending on the patient and their needs, I might recommend a non-invasive procedure like Ultherapy to lift, tighten, and tone the neck, chin, brow and chest, or a laser, such as Halo by Sciton, to resurface the skin, remove sun damage and sun spots, tighten pores and fine lines, and improve skin tone and texture.

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Can aging be reversed? When is it too late? Essentially, it’s never too late to start taking care of yourself. Multiple factors come into play if you truly want to reverse the signs of aging. For instance, self-care, a wholesome diet and a healthy lifestyle can play an important role in reversing the signs of aging. Medical-grade skincare is also important. When used properly, TCA peels, glycolic acid, niacin and retinoids can help in reversing signs of aging. What are your thoughts on medical-grade vs. retail products? Skincare comes in many shapes and sizes, and one size does not fit all. Medical-grade products are formulated to perform and deliver the desired effect for the right patient. Retail products are meant for broader consumption and are generally safe and consistent for everyone regardless of age, skin type, or skin history. When determining which products are skinworthy for you, consider three factors: the ingredients included, ingredients excluded, and the quality of the ingredients. DT

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TWENTIES The NEOCUTIS MicroDay with SPF 30 combines two steps in one: Applying sunscreen and daily moisturizing.

How do you assess a patient? Before all else, I obtain a thorough patient history. Then I assess a patient’s skin by inspecting for tone, texture, quality, laxity, sun spots, and aging to determine how much sun damage they may have accrued. After hearing their concerns, I recommend the best treatment. I typically work with my patients using a three-step process.

THE LAST WORD

Secrets Miss Universe IRIS MITTENAERE shares first impressions of New York City, pageants, and being a role model. By Eva Maria Troester

How much did you know about New York City before moving here from France? I didn’t know much because I’d never been here before. I imagined taxis rushing by, people relaxing in Central Park, pizza and coffee at every corner, and a real-life fashion runway. Growing up, I had a picture of the Flatiron Building, and dreamed of one day being here. What were your first impressions of Downtown? It has charming neighborhoods with a lot of history, beautiful architecture, and great eateries to enjoy. It felt as though I was in a movie when walking along the streets. What are your favorite places Downtown so far? I recently went to the top of One World Observatory and it was incredible to see the view of the whole city. Seeing a view like that, it really hit me that I live in NYC. It was a memorable moment that I will never forget. How has your life changed since becoming Miss Universe? I was busy as Miss France, but now as Miss Universe, I travel often and continue to experience new cultures and meet incredible people throughout the world. With NYC as my home base, I live with Miss USA and work as an employee of The Miss Universe Organization, which many people do not realize.

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What would be your advice to young girls interested in pageants? My advice would be that if it interests you, try it! Competing in pageants is great for selfconfidence building. It allows you to practice public speaking skills, develop professional goals, and articulate your opinions on issues people may not be familiar with. Pageants also provide women with a platform to make an impact on causes they’re passionate about. How do you deal with being a role model for these girls? I think about who my role models are, and how they inspire me. Who is your biggest inspiration? My biggest inspiration is my mother. She is a hard-working woman and a positive role model for our family. She is a teacher, so growing up we always had strong values instilled in us about the importance of education. DT

WALL STREET has become one of Iris’ new go-to places Downtown – she loves the cobblestone streets. And in Greenwich Village, she’s found a new favorite restaurant, Bar Pitti, which serves authentic Italian cuisine.

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