Tag Archives: New York Subway

Lost and Found

Posted on December 8, 2021 by Brian D. Butler

“Last Stop For Lost Property” (below) is a short film by Peruvian filmmaker Vincente Cueto that offers a sentimental look at items that were lost in the New York City subway  and bus system and found at a later time. … Continue reading →

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See NYC Like Superman

Posted on August 11, 2017 by Brian D. Butler

Architect Candy Chan has created a mindblowing series of “x-ray” maps of New York City subway stations. Each of her elaborate drawings show the station lay-outs and orientation relating to the geography of the surrounding streets above. Check-out Chan’s website … Continue reading →

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Is It Wrong

Posted on October 15, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

I haven’t quite made up my mind about these new takes on the New York City subway map from the Brooklyn-based Triboro Design team. The duo explain their design choices by saying, “we chose the most inappropriate colors that we … Continue reading →

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New York Slice

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Brian D. Butler
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Take the A Train

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Brian D. Butler

I’ve ridden the New York City subway system since infancy, sadly I never paid much attention to the intricate tiling, murals and typography throughout many of the stations. However, New York-based designer Adam Chang has opened my eyes to the … Continue reading →

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