Outdoor Creative Spaces

Inspiration is everywhere, we as people make the conscious decision to acknowledge a spark whilst stepping foot somewhere that takes your breath away. I want to share with you my small collection of what I like to call "My Happy Places", now your potential creative spaces. 

1. WNYC Transmitter Park
2. Gantry Plaza State Park
3. The Edge Park
4. FDR Four Freedoms Park

WNYC Transmitter Park

Location: Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Nearest Transit: Greenpoint Ave. | G Train

Description: This small park is on the smaller side, but holds a special place in my heart. The view is absolutely breathtaking, including a long twisting pier that juts out into the middle of the East River. Since the park is more quaint than others in the city, it also feels much more secluded. There is never too much traffic, especially towards the evening. Although there isn't much seating, one can still sit down on the pier itself with notebook in hand. 

Gantry Plaza State Park

Location: Long Island City, Queens

Nearest Transit: Vernon-Jackson Blvd. | 7 Train

Description: Being a state park, this environment is quite expansive and in turn provides many spaces for people to get active as well as creative. Spanning 12 acres, the options are plenty whilst choosing where to call home for a few hours of creative brainstorming. A gorgeous view of Manhattan coupled with a beautiful promenade alongside many picnic tables and benches allows for room to roam. 

The Edge Park

Location: Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Nearest Transit: Bedford Ave. | L Train

Description: Located in trendy Williamsburg, this park and promenade will knock your socks off. Not only is the surrounding area full of quaint cafes and quiet eateries, the promenade itself provides a solace among the hustle and bustle of its inhabitants. 

FDR Four Freedoms Park

Location: Roosevelt Island, New York

Nearest Transit: Roosevelt Island | F Train

Description: Nestled in between Eastern Manhattan and Queens is lovely little Roosevelt Island - a place that is undoubtably underestimated for its semi-secluded beauty. This place caught my eye about two years ago while sitting on a dock on 50th street above the FDR highway - across the East River sat a mysterious lit up building in ruins. After retreating to that particular dock a few times, my intrigue with the ghostly sight got the best of me so I decided to trek to the island on which it stood. I learned that the building had actually been a Smallpox Hospital and it out part of FDR Four Freedoms Park located at the southernmost tip of Roosevelt Island. This part of the Island also is home to beautiful small rolling hills and plenty of space to get inspired.

Although this list is short, I challenge you to create your own. When it comes to outdoor spaces, it is difficult to find ones that are a balance of fun and focus. It’s summer - act like it people!

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