Buyers Swoon For Andre Kikoski’s Architecture, But Not His Apartment
Andrew Kikoski has earned accolades for his dramatic designs, among them the Guggenheim Museum’s new restaurant and Long Island City’s Z Hotel. Unfortunately, it appears that not even the touch of a rising starchitect could do much for his two-bedroom, 2.5-bath apartment at 860 United Nations Plaza. Ms. Kikoski and wife Kim Donaldson have sold […]
$51 Million Construction Loan from CIBC Funds Lightstone Multifamily
A Long Island City residential project is underway thanks to a $51 million construction loan provided by Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. The Lightstone Group and its sponsored, non-traded REIT Lightstone Value Plus are constructing the 199-unit multifamily property at 50-01 2nd Street along the East River in Long Island City. Financing from CIBC closed […]
The Greater Astoria Historical Society Hosts On the Waterfront: The Shoreline …
Courtesy Greater Astoria Historical Society Newtown Creek was a notorious nuisance in the 1800s with spectacular fires almost an annual event.The shoreline of the Long Island City and Astoria waterfront was the topic of discussion at the Greater Astoria Historical Society last week. The talk and power-point presentation was given by Bob Singleton, Executive Director […]
Astoria Eateries Serving Up Free Wine and Food for Restaurant Week
ASTORIA — It may be the best time to visit your favorite bars and restaurants along 30th Avenue, which has become one of the most popular destinations for foodies in the borough. Starting this Friday, more than two dozen local eateries will be participating in the first annual 30th Avenue Restaurant Week, offering many specials […]