Concrete, the gray, rough material made of rock, sand, and water, might not be sexy, but it sure as hell is important. The material is a vital component in modern infrastructure due to its versatility and durability. “Concrete is the most widely used construction material on Earth,” explained Alexios Shaw, co-founder and chief financial officer of Ionic Order, a marine […]

“Hurly Whirly,” a freshly-installed sculpture on 4th Avenue, brings a playful and dynamic energy to Gowanus. Towering large at 11 feet tall and eight feet wide, the plywood sculpture stands out along the drab strip at the intersection of 2nd Street and 4th Avenue. The piece is composed of three-dimensional cut-outs, perfectly fit together and painted in an eclectic pattern […]