This book presents New York City through the unique perspective of Danish architect and artist Mikael Olrik. Utilizing a blend of watercolor, photography, and text, it offers a multi-dimensional experience of a city that remains both familiar and enigmatic. Olrik's training allows him to discern what is significant and distinctive, capturing the essence of various locales. While familiar landmarks like Central Park and the Empire State Building are featured, the images of Soho tenements and Williamsburg street scenes highlight the city's complexity, which Olrik describes as a living organism. After numerous visits, he has developed a comfort with New York, ready to embrace its changes and surprises without becoming complacent. The narrative serves as a personal tour of New York City and parts of four boroughs, inviting readers to join Olrik on his journey. He provides a broad architectural perspective, artistic specificity, photographic clarity, and the warmth of a diarist's voice. Each stop is accompanied by small maps that function as a printed 'GPS,' ensuring readers have the tools needed to explore this vibrant city filled with sights and stories. The only thing missing is a good pair of walking shoes!
Mikael Olrik Book order (chronological)
