Nanoosh: Your Hummus Solution

Here’s what they’re currently saying:

“With demolition and abatement complete, Tishman Construction and the Durst Organization have moved on to the next major phases of the construction process: clearing and laying the foundation. Future deadlines include the following.”

Present to August 2011: Excavation foundation

September 2011 to May 2012: Superstructure erection

May 2012 to October 2012: Façade and building enclosure

Japanese megastore UNIQLO has finally arrived at the northwest corner of Union Square in the former PETCO location. It was also the location of one of the final versions of Andy Warhol’s factory. Stop by to see some special Union Square themed T-shirts.

Andrade Shoe Repair, on University between 12th and 13th, will be dunzo on April 25. It’s a shame.

Survey says: Union Square (across from Whole Foods) is the sixth noisiest spot in NYC. See the entire list here.

Two new condos will soon be on the rise just across 5th Avenue. The larger of the two will be at 31 West 14th St. (rendering pictured below). The other one is at 5 West 13th St., the former block-through office of Social Services. Residents of the 14th St. side of our building will recall how many people mistook our building, at 12 East, for the office at 12 West. It was annoying.