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 Quay Tower Continues to Outperform the Brooklyn Market with over $85 million in sales volume during 2023

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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Two notable deals in 2023 were spectacular penthouses asking $9.85 million and $10 million.

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  • Two notable deals in 2023 were spectacular penthouses asking $9.85 million and $10 million.
  • Quay Tower is home to a record-breaking $20.3 million Penthouse and continues to break price records in the borough.
  • Located at 50 Bridge Park Drive, Quay Tower is directly on the 85-acre Brooklyn Bridge Park and Pier 6, just steps from the high-speed ferry.
  • The residences at Quay Tower feature cinematic views of New York City and continue to break price records in Brooklyn.

WATERFRONT ALLIANCE RELEASES NEW VERSION OF WEDG® (WATERFRONT EDGE DESIGN GUIDELINES): A NATIONALLY APPLICABLE STANDARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN WATERFRONT DESIGN

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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Today, Waterfront Alliance releases WEDG® (Waterfront Edge Design Guidelines) Version 3.0, which will expand applicability of the guidelines to riverine and lacustrine waterways, expanding expectations on what it means to meet the gold standard for waterfront development.

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  • Today, Waterfront Alliance releases WEDG® (Waterfront Edge Design Guidelines) Version 3.0, which will expand applicability of the guidelines to riverine and lacustrine waterways, expanding expectations on what it means to meet the gold standard for waterfront development.
  • The standard will update guidance around designing for future adaptability, designing to flood, and other resilience techniques.
  • Access continues to be an important part of the standard with stronger requirements on stakeholder engagement and workforce development.
  • In New Rochelle, New York, WEDG is required as part of the zoning process for multi-family developments along the waterfront.

REAL SIMPLE Unveils Sixth Annual REAL SIMPLE HOME at Quay Tower in Brooklyn, New York

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- REAL SIMPLE today debuted the sixth annual REAL SIMPLE HOME, a city penthouse apartment full of color and charm that offers actionable decorating and design ideas and inspiration. Seven top designers teamed up with REAL SIMPLE editors to turn a blank-canvas at Quay Tower in Brooklyn, New York into a playful oasis featuring maximalist design, mixed patterns, and layered textures. Visit RealSimple.com/rshome2023 now for a 360-degree virtual tour of the space and pick up a copy of the October issue, on sale September 22.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- REAL SIMPLE today debuted the sixth annual REAL SIMPLE HOME, a city penthouse apartment full of color and charm that offers actionable decorating and design ideas and inspiration.
  • Seven top designers teamed up with REAL SIMPLE editors to turn a blank-canvas at Quay Tower in Brooklyn, New York into a playful oasis featuring maximalist design, mixed patterns, and layered textures.
  • Each year, REAL SIMPLE teams up with leading designers and influencers to revamp and refresh a home space for its annual REAL SIMPLE HOME.
  • The ten sponsors featured in the REAL SIMPLE HOME include Command™ Brand, Elkay®, Glad, If You Care, Kerrygold, Kirsch, Minted, OXO®,Systane®, and Valspar®.

ScottsMiracle-Gro and HGTV's John Gidding Unveil Water-Conscious 'Greenprints'

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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MARYSVILLE, Ohio, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Extreme heat, drought, and water restrictions are affecting homeowners across the country, but less water doesn't necessarily mean fewer living ground cover and plant landscaping options. As part of its #ThinkWaterPositive initiative, the ScottsMiracle-Gro Company today announced Greenprints, a program to educate and inspire homeowners to explore water-positive possibilities through xeriscaping with drought-tolerant and native plants. To bring these Greenprints vibrantly to life, ScottsMiracle-Gro partnered with HGTV celebrity landscape designer John Gidding to create a series of water-conscious yard designs that can be easily accessed and customized through the number one landscape design app, iScape.

Key Points: 
  • Celebrity landscape designer creates stunning xeriscaping plans to help homeowners reduce water use; Greenprints available to customize on the iScape app.
  • To bring these Greenprints vibrantly to life, ScottsMiracle-Gro partnered with HGTV celebrity landscape designer John Gidding to create a series of water-conscious yard designs that can be easily accessed and customized through the number one landscape design app, iScape.
  • Gidding has created five distinct and stunning drought-friendly landscape designs to represent a variety of regions, climates, and native species across the country.
  • Greenprints is an actionable part of the brand's #ThinkWaterPositive initiative, a coordinated effort to help protect and preserve water resources.

2023 REAL SIMPLE HOME to Debut in NYC's Brooklyn Heights This Fall

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- REAL SIMPLE today announced that it will host its sixth annual REAL SIMPLE HOME this fall at the Quay Tower in Brooklyn, New York. A team of talented designers and REAL SIMPLE editors will transform one of the luxury building's penthouse apartments into a modern hub of covetable design ideas and smart organization strategies to inspire and simplify homeowners' lives. In the past six years, previous iterations of the REAL SIMPLE HOME have been held in Florida, New Jersey, and across New York City. The 2023 REAL SIMPLE HOME will be revealed in the October 2023 issue, featured on RealSimple.com, and open to the public with limited tours starting in late September. For a first look at the inspiration behind the 2023 REAL SIMPLE HOME, visit RealSimple.com/rshome2023.

Key Points: 
  • The 2023 REAL SIMPLE HOME will be revealed in the October 2023 issue, featured on RealSimple.com, and open to the public with limited tours starting in late September.
  • For a first look at the inspiration behind the 2023 REAL SIMPLE HOME, visit RealSimple.com/ rshome2023 .
  • The 2023 REAL SIMPLE HOME will come to life with the help of an esteemed roster of interior designers, influencers, and REAL SIMPLE editors.
  • For a first look behind the inspiration at the 2023 REAL SIMPLE HOME, visit RealSimple.com/ rshome2023 .

US Sports Camps Debuts French Football Federation Summer Camps Across Metro NY

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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SAN RAFAEL, Calif., April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fresh off two trips to the World Cup finals, the French Football Federation brings their world-class instruction to US shores for the first time. Through a partnership with US Sports Camps, the official provider of Nike Sports Camps, young athletes can elevate their game with a fun, memorable week-long soccer camp experience like no other at three New York metro locations this summer.

Key Points: 
  • Young athletes have the opportunity of a lifetime to learn soccer skills from world-renowned French Football Federation coaches at 3 NY metro locations.
  • USSC Executive Vice President Brendan Doyle shares the sentiment, stating: "We're overjoyed to bring the French Football Federation to America.
  • Nike Soccer Camps with the French Football Federation will take place at three locations in the New York metropolitan area this summer.
  • Registration for the Nike Soccer Camp with the French Football Federation is now open; capacity is limited and is expected to fill up quickly.

Quay Tower Closes Over $98 Million in Sales in 2022

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Friday, December 9, 2022
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RAL Companies and Olivers Realty Group, today announced closings in excess of $98 million in 2022 alone at the coveted Quay Tower, documenting increased year-over-year sales volume and a higher price per square foot in recorded sales than 2021.

Key Points: 
  • RAL Companies and Olivers Realty Group, today announced closings in excess of $98 million in 2022 alone at the coveted Quay Tower, documenting increased year-over-year sales volume and a higher price per square foot in recorded sales than 2021.
  • Quay Tower is a spectacular luxury building offering the last opportunity to own a new construction residence on the Brooklyn Heights waterfront.
  • Quay Tower is home to a 7,433 square-foot penthouse that sold for a record-breaking $20.3 million.
  • Residents at Quay Tower enjoy kitchens with an integrated Gaggenau appliance package, custom white oak cabinetry, and white Princess Quartzite countertops.

Celebrity Hosts, Judges and Food Network Stars to Take Center Stage This Fall at the New York City Wine & Food Festival

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (NYCWFF) is New York Citys premier culinary event.

Key Points: 
  • The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (NYCWFF) is New York Citys premier culinary event.
  • This years event offers a variety of opportunities for fans and the industry to come together and celebrate, noted Festival Founder & Director Lee Brian Schrager.
  • The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One is hosted by Gods Love We Deliver with 100% of the Festivals net proceeds supporting New Yorkers facing severe illness.
  • In November 2021, BizBash named the Festival the #1 Food & Restaurant Industry event in New York for the ninth year in a row.

New York Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6 Getting New Renovation

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Friday, July 1, 2022
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Brooklyn Bridge Park - Pier 6 dog park has been newly renovated from gravel to a beautiful lush SYNLawn Plant-based synthetic grass.

Key Points: 
  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Brooklyn Bridge Park - Pier 6 dog park has been newly renovated from gravel to a beautiful lush SYNLawn Plant-based synthetic grass.
  • Brooklyn Bridge Park is an 85-acre park located on the Brooklyn side of the East River in New York City.
  • To this day, SYNLawn remains in great condition and as a result, Brooklyn Bridge Park property managers returned to SYNLawn New York with great faith that this installation would be just as successful.
  • Domino Dog Park in Brooklyn, Manhattan Beach Dog Park and Tully Dog Park have chosen and recommended SYNLawn as their pet surfacing.

Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival Presented by Capital One Announces 15th Anniversary Lineup

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
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The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One announced its lineup of events to celebrate 15 years in the Big Apple.

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  • The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One announced its lineup of events to celebrate 15 years in the Big Apple.
  • Widely recognized as the largest gourmet gathering in New York City, the four-day Festival will take place October 13 16, 2022 and feature more than 80 events around the city.
  • The complete line-up of events for the 15th Anniversary Festival is available online at nycwff.org .
  • The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One is hosted by Gods Love We Deliver with 100% of the Festivals net proceeds supporting New Yorkers facing severe illness.