Wednesday, January 20, 2010
A view of the atrium
Every morning on my way to work, I walk past the David Rubenstein Atrium.
Have you been here?
The space has so much to offer- for one, it sells discount tickets to all Lincoln Center performances... it's like the TKTS for classical music.
The atrium is home to afternoon performances, free wifi, public restrooms, and Tom Colicchio's 'wichcraft café.
Once you're inside, it's a pretty spectacular space!
The atrium is the width of the block, with entrances on both Broadway and Columbus Avenues. There are several art installations, beautiful skylights, and an information kiosk on all Lincoln Center performances and events.
Along the north wall, there is a media area; performance information is projected along this wall, which spans almost the whole building.
And as if the art installations and floor-to-ceiling fountain aren't amazing enough, there are TWO vertical gardens.
(Is that not the coolest thing? It totally reminds me of something I saw in France a few summers ago... at the Avignon Les Halles.)
The wall is covered in soil pouches, each containing a plant. There are ferns, grasses, and all sorts of luscious plants.
Isn't this a nice little oasis in the heart of NYC?
There you have it- the David Rubenstein Atrium. If you're ever in NYC, feel free to stop by for cheap tickets, a yummy snack, or free Internet. It's located between 62nd and 63rd Streets, with entrances on Broadway and Columbus. Thanks for stopping by my blog- I hope you have a great Wednesday!

