Written by The Fifth Borough: Staten Island – The Unassuming Giant New York City, the city that never sleeps, is a bustling metropolis with a rich history and diverse culture. We all know the iconic boroughs: Manhattan, the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn. But have you ever wondered about the fifth borough, the often-overlooked yet charming Staten Island? […]
The branch library is an architectural commission with a variable program: Not beholden to the grandeur expected of a central location, it can more readily conform to the needs of its local community. What do residents want? Meeting spaces? Workspaces? Access to services or the internet? An area for kids? Perhaps just a quiet place […]