Architecture
Untapped New York was started in 2010 by a then student at Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP), where she is now a professor. We love architecture and believe there is no better place to celebrate it than NYC!
Slums in Paris along the RER B Line
Despite Sarkozy’s sweeping attempt to clear Paris of its slums last year and permanently deport illegal residents (mostly gypsy
Les Pique-Niques Blancs: The Paris White “Pic Nic”
By now, thanks to the New York Times and MSNBC earlier linking a couple Untapped articles, most of the world
The Abandoned Keller Hotel on the West Side Highway
“I remember as a teenager dancing at Keller’s on hot summer nights in the mid 1970s,” says Frank H.
New AirTrain Lounge at Jamaica/JFK Airport
Good news for JFK airport travelers! The AirTrain terminal now has a “lounge” with an “Air Bar” and Tim Hortons.
The Melting Trompe L’oeil and more by Anthem
Comments on the LCL trompe l’oeil reminded us of the 2007 melting facade installation by Anthem (who also did
Funny Trompe L’oeil Scaffolding on Boulevard des Italiens
We love this scaffolding on Boulevard des Italiens for the bank LCL, a tromp l’oeil in a way but
Anish Kapoor Leviathan at the Grand Palais
The Anish Kapoor installation for Monumenta at the Grand Palais was incredible. You could even go inside the bubble and
History of the NYC Subway Token 1953-2003
It’s easy to forget that subway tokens were only discontinued in 2003, as it feels much longer since New
Sand Art Sweeps New York City
Just by walking down the street, it’s possible to view a form of art that you won’t find
Why Are You On My Train?: Life Sized Teddy Bear
Welcome to the weekly feature of a Why Are You On My Train? video! This time, Alli and Jen strike
CDG Refuge: End of Tunnel Sweet Spot
If you find yourself in the ever confusing Charles de Gaulle airport, look out for this sweet spot at the
The Battle for Les Halles
Kudos to the French for color coordinating the modular offices in the construction site with the advertisements about the new