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With major developments underway , Staten Island is slowly losing its nickname as the “forgotten borough.” While projects like the New York Wheel, Empire Outlets and the expansion of the former Stapleton homeport hope to revitalize the water-front borough with new residential and commercial space, Staten Island already offers visitors a ton of unique attractions to explore. Just take the free Staten Island Ferry to discover the miles of coastline and 12,300-acres of parkland in the city’s greenest and least populated borough. For the best spots in the borough, follow 6sqft’s list ahead of the 15 most unforgettable attractions on Staten Island . snug harbor cultural center , staten island attractions" width="1500" height="1000" /> Image via NYC & Company snug harbor cultural center , staten island attractions" width="1500" height="1000" /> New York Chinese Scholar ’s Garden via NYC & Company 1. Snug Harbor Cultural...

330 S. Wells Street. Image courtesy of NORR The 16- story Insurance Center Building at 330 S. Wells is ready for a big mixed-use makeover. Acquired by Marc Realty exactly one year ago for $10 million, the 1927 Loop office building has been issued a permit to begin its conversation to 132 residential rental units , four levels of remodeled office space , and ground floor retail . The Chicago- based developer has teamed up with architectural design firm NORR for the downtown adaptive reuse project which also includes a basement amenity space and a rooftop deck. Though 330 S. Wells is not designated a Chicago landmark , the property does feature of number of notable architectural touches such as terracotta exterior detailing and a marble- clad lobby space . The development team aims to restore these and other features to receive historic preservation tax credits . With the exception of window replacements—and the aforementioned roof deck —no other exterior modifications are pla...

The ACT major projects group and planning authority have approved JW Land 's new 12- storey building for the corner of Ainslie Avenue and Currong Street in the city, after initial designs were rejected. The approval clears the way for construction of 329 apartments on the former public housing block , along with some restaurant and retail space and a child care centre , plus three levels of basement parking . apartment block ." title="" src="https://www.fairfaxstatic.com.au/content/dam/images/g/x/9/4/e/m/image.related.articleLeadwide.620x349.gxylab.png/1503007705548.jpg" /> A view of the laneway off Cooyong Street in designs for a the apartment block .   The redevelopment has been controversial for the scale and prominence of the block and the scale of the building, which includes a 12-storey tower on the corner, and lower buildings behind facing the historic Gorman House precinct . The site was auctioned by the ACT government 18 months ago, with SH...