Save

New Yorkers have long accepted scaffolding–those precarious green tunnels that block sunlight, swallow storefronts, and make entire blocks look like they’re perpetually under construction–as a built-in part of city life. Last April we suggested turning them into elevated outdoor dining–because if we’re stuck with them, we might as well sip a negroni on top, right? But officials have now proposed something far more practical.

Mayor Adams just unveiled six sleek new sidewalk shed designs that promise to bring back the beauty of our streets while still keeping everyone safe from overhead construction. And if all goes according to plan, the days of the gloomy green tunnel might finally be numbered!

For far too long, hideous scaffolding has overshadowed the beauty of NYC. As o

See Full Page