Art lovers, rejoice: what better place to tap into NYC's creative scene than the East Village?
"Beyond the Horizon of Time"
Multidisciplinary artist Rahm Bowen made their mark on the NO BAR streetscape with a mural entitled "Beyond the Horizon of Time". The installation reflects seven figures, each in a color apart of the rainbow flag, showcasing the full spectrum of the LGBTQIA+ community. The piece was created to celebrate Pride Month 2023, but lives on as an extension of the rich queer culture of the neighborhood.Read Rahm's thoughts on the piece here.
A neighborhood known for its storied history with
The Standard, East Village itself was even home to an artist collective in the 1960s (more on that here).
We've infused every corner of the hotel with artwork from local creators. Get the story on our favorites below:
Pixel Clouds by Daniel Arsham
Don't forget to look up! Just outside of the lobby elevators, Daniel Arsham has reinterpreted a classic skyscape with "Pixel Clouds". Comprised of hundreds of painted spheres, "Pixel Clouds" is meant to show what a pixelated cloud. After his 2012 installation, Arsham has remained a friend of the brand with pop-ups at The Standard, High Line and The Standard, London.
Want to dive deeper? Check out a BTS video of Arsham's installation here.
From Legend to Discovery
To stand in solidarity with our neighbors and friends in the Ukrainian Village, we asked Ukrainian artist WAONE to create a mural that
