Friends of Hudson River Park

Strong Foundation

Call Douglas Durst the anti-real estate developer. Though he spends his days planning to erect New York City’s tallest buildings, such as 1 World Trade Center, Mr. Durst also devotes his free time to contemplating how to create and preserve public parks and open spaces. Mr. Durst’s pursuits might seem contradictory, but have a thru line: improving urban space.

By Guelda Voien

His Ship’s Come In: Hedgie Michael Novogratz Named Chairman of Friends of Hudson River Park

The Friends of Hudson River Park have traded a real estate big for a Wall Street one. Today, the West

By Matt Chaban

Parks and Wreck: The Fight for Pier 40 and the Myth of Public Parks

When Sandy swept into the town almost two months ago, Hudson River Park—as its name might suggest—was among the places

By Matt Chaban

Sinking Pier 40: Durst Leaves Hudson River Park Amid Mutiny Over Its Future

By Matt Chaban

Douglas Durst Wants to Put Lofts for Techies and Galleries in Pier 40 to Keep It Afloat

By Matt Chaban

Sink or Swim: Pier 40, Once a Cash Cow, Is Slowly Killing Hudson River Park

By Tamar Katz

Hide the Cots! Mayor Threatens The Observer With Building Inspectors at Hudson River Park Fete

By Patrick Clark

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