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This rendering shows how NYU intends to expand in Greenwich Village by 2031. The school says it needs to grow to survive, but many neighbors say the plan will overwhelm their historic neighborhood. Image courtesy of New York University.
Planners Engage in Polite Combat Over NYU Expansion
John Farley  |  March 29, 2012 4:00 AM | Updated: March 29, 2012 10:56 AM | Comments
Community leaders and urban planners discuss the expansion at a public panel at Municipal Art Society.VIDEO
Parsons Schoolof Design. Flickr/nandopereira
NYC’s Design Schools Are Booming, But Creatives Want Biz Skills
John Farley  |  March 19, 2012 4:00 AM | 1 Comment

A new reports says the city’s design schools are growing. But according to designers, students need more business know-how.

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Don't shy away from a big furniture. Think about having one statement piece, like this red couch, and keep the rest of the room simple. Flickr/rcarver
Design Tips for Living Large in Small Spaces
Bridget Leahy  |  October 21, 2011 4:00 AM | 2 Comments
Living in a small space shouldn't cramp your style. New York City interior designers offer tips for maximizing apartments with minimal square footage.
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Fashion is My Drug of Choice: An Aspiring Designer Talks Fashion Week
Edwin Mohney  |  September 8, 2011 6:00 AM | Comments
A graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) writes about the three sacred cows of an aspiring designer: sleep, coffee and Fashion Week.VIDEO
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