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108 — Rem Koolhaas's Delirious New York — 1/3

About Buildings + Cities

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The History and Fantasy of New York City

This chapter explores the history of New York City, focusing on the early plans and representations of the city. It discusses the grid layout in Manhattan and its connections to the growth and development of the city. The chapter also delves into Rem Koolhaas's retrospective manifesto and his intentions for the architectural landscape of New York.

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