Originally built for a mere milkman, the two homes bookending the intersection of Barrow and Commerce Streets remain one of the most charming spots our neighborhood has to offer. Nestled between Bedford and Hudson Streets, 39 and 41 Commerce Street embody the quintessential Greenwich Village character. Colloquially called “the twins,” the nearly identical houses have […]
Today Off the Grid ushers in a new series, “My Favorite Things.” In it we will showcase some of our very favorite spots around the neighborhood, highlighting the incredible architecture, history, people, and businesses of the Village, East Village, and NoHo. Let us know what you think! Few places can be said to exemplify the […]
The first weekend every August, thousands of twins from across North America will descend upon Twinsburg, Ohio for the annual Twins Festival. Not to be outdone, New York is full of twins as well, and not just of the flesh and blood variety. Our city’s architectural landscape has been dotted with notable twins for most […]
