After attending an event at this space the other day, I came away trying to estimate the amount of…read moremoola needed to create a truly interesting, exciting event in the white, bare space. As a venue, it's classy and chic. From the perspective of an event planner, it's several months of work. The empty whiteness needs to be color lit, the audio needs to be set up and stretched to the far corners of the room and the ground needs something to un-hinge it from the wall and add dimension. Furniture needs to be brought in, electricians, and coat closet workers. The beauty is both in the simplicity of the space, and the amount of imagination (and $$$) to execute a really fantastic event or show here.

I was here last night for an event justfab.com was having in NYC. This style night event was to…read moremeet all of their New York members, as well as give us a sneak peak at their new jean collection. The gathering was fabulous, a cocktail party with a runway show that included special guest and great supporter Kimora Lee Simmons. The venue is a wide, clean space with high ceiling. A space that can be transformed for whatever event you are planning to have. The facility even has a kitchen for any catering or on-site entertaining needs. I was blown away with the setup JustFab had. A beautiful back drop, a runway with stage, white sofas on each side for VIP guest, three (3) bars, photo booths, a step and repeat, so much going on but the best part was the all white linen fitting rooms to try on our FREE new jeans... That's right, they gave us all free jeans from their new collection to take home. Fabulous event in fabulous venue, makes for a justfab time ;) Look into this space for your next event.

I just had my DREAM WEDDING here. It was like a fairy tale. I would give it 10 stars if I could!…read more When I first started wedding planning, I agonized, BOY did I agonize over how to have a cost effective wedding in New York. My now husband and I are in our early/mid 30's and were paying for much of it ourselves with help from our moms. So while we had plenty of help, we did not have unlimited resources. So many reviews of NYC wedding venues say, "Oh, I had my fantasy wedding here!" Of course you did. We can all have the Manhattan wedding of our dreams with hundreds of thousands of dollars. Anyways, there are many blogs about having a New York wedding on a budget. Have your wedding in the park and then go to a nice alcohol free brunch! Have a potluck in the park! Just bring cute umbrellas and galoshes if it rains, don't worry, the pictures will be SOOO CUTE! Have a wedding at the courthouse and then hire a food truck to feed all your friends, yum and sure to impress hipsters everywhere. I know, have it on a random Wednesday afternoon! I poured through countless blogs and articles about having a wedding in Manhattan on a budget....And I was just like....no. First of all, my husband and I could not be further from "shabby chic." A farm or outdoor wedding with mason jars etc etc was just not going to work for us. (Not that that is usually any cheaper, don't be fooled!) I wanted the REAL DEAL. An aisle to walk down. A place where I could have live classical music during the ceremony. Saturday night. Dinner. Dancing. A place where I didn't need a rain plan. THE WHOLE KIT AND KABOODLE. Of course, my now husband would have been totally cool with just going to the courthouse and calling it a day, but while I am no bridezilla, I was having none of that. Everywhere I turned (looking online and making inquiries etc), the prices were out of our budget, and the venue often worked with exclusive vendors, locking you in to whatever they charged. I discovered Landmark on the Park while perusing the New York Wedding Guide "Splurge vs. Save" feature on venues. The Angel Orensanz Foundation was the "splurge", Landmark being the "save". A church wedding without ACTUALLY getting married in a church? SIGN ME UP. For about five thousand dollars, I looked no further. Seriously, I called, met Darius, and gave them our deposit right then and there. I did not shop around or visit any other place. IT IS GORGEOUS! And I mean come on-the whole church but not a church thing was perfect for a non practicing catholic bride and non practicing jewish groom getting married by their gay presbyterian aunt .They will even cover the Jesus washing feet mural and Tiffany alter for you. I could have an aisle to walk down and a beautiful acoustic for live classical music, AND have the reception and ceremony be in the same place. Yes please! They run a tight ship-they pipe and drape off the main part of the cathedral where the tables are for the reception, and the ceremony is in the front of the church. Later those chairs move to the dinner tables, and the ceremony area becomes the cocktail reception, and later the dance floor. No muss, no fuss, no big break between the ceremony and reception. Tables and piano included, no extra charge. They also include chairs but we rented smaller ballroom chairs from out caterer. Darius was a dream to work with every step of the way. Friendly, helpful, positive, pro-active. We were in such good hands and I could not be happier to have found this place. He was very responsive to all of our questions whenever we had them. While it was more work for me to have a venue that was not all inclusive, it allowed me to shop around and hire the vendors we wanted, many of whom were already dear friends, or recommended by friends. All of our friends and family kept saying they weren't expecting our wedding to be so "fancy". It truly had a grand feel to it, given the sheer size and how beautiful it looks at night with candles everywhere. And right off Central Park-it felt very much like US. Very New York, and all of our friends in the city could come without schlepping to some random midwestern suburb that neither of us visit any more. The bathrooms are a little small and not fancy-I only mention this for anyone who has a crazy mother who's going to go in there and get kooky about it. Also, you only get the venue from about 5-10 PM. People were definitely NOT ready to leave by 10, everyone was having such a great time. No big deal, I'd always rather leave people wanting more than have it get sloppy, but in hindsight I would have paid 500 extra to have the space until 11. Our wedding came in at around 30K for 100+ people smack in the middle of Manhattan, with all the fixings of a traditional wedding. And it was NICE with really and truly a high end feel to it. We have Darius and Landmark on the Park to thank and we are so grateful. It was absolutely perfect and has our highest recommendation.

Where do I begin? If you're looking for an event space, look no further. Landmark is IT…read more This was the first and last place we looked at to host our 135 person wedding. We knew from the minute we talked to Darius that planning an event here would be easy as pie. He is beyond helpful and will go out of his way to ensure your event goes off without a hitch. And he is one of the most professional vendors I have ever worked with. It's refreshing when you find someone who doesn't give you a hard time and who genuinely wants to see your event be the best it can be. Then the space itself...it's impressive, to say the least. It's beyond accommodating and spacious, and our guests couldn't stop talking about how cool and unique it was. Working with a good uplighting company can enhance it even further, but even if you can't do that, the setting is so gorgeous you won't have to worry about dressing it up too much. One of the best parts is that your rental fee includes SO MUCH. Unlike other raw spaces, which charge thousands for an empty room, Landmark saves you money in the long run by providing tables, chairs, pipe and drape, even theatrical lighting. Their staff is professional and quick. We had the ceremony and the reception in the same space, and there were no issues with turnaround time. Not to mention, the location is right across the street from Central Park! You can't ask for a better setting when it comes to wedding photos. Check out some of mine :) All in all, Landmark is truly a hidden gem that should be utilized by couples looking to add a unique flair to their wedding, without breaking the bank. I owe so much to Darius and his staff. You'll have to provide the other services (catering, DJ, etc) but knowing you've at least got the space under control is one less bit of planning stress you'll have to deal with. Feel free to DM me if you want to know more!

Went to 13th Storey on a Thursday evening in February for an event (approximately 6-8pm). It is…read morelocated in an office building on 45th Street, on the 13th floor. When you take the elevator up, you walk into a small area (was used for self check-in with a table for nametags) and a coat rack. From there, you walk down a long hallway lined with workspaces and small conference rooms on each side, along with additional space for coat racks, before it opens up into the main event area. The main space has an industrial-chic feel, with a few couches and chairs, small tables, a TV, and a larger kitchen area. The bathroom is toward the back of the space, and there is also a larger patio/rooftop area. Given the cold temperature, we did not spend much time outside, but it would be great to take advantage of in warmer weather. I liked the interior design overall, but once the event filled up (I would estimate it can comfortably hold about 40-50 people inside), it became extremely loud, as there is not much in terms of sound absorption. That said, it is a cool, versatile space with a lot of potential, and I would definitely keep it in mind for future events, especially in the warmer months when the outdoor area can be used.

Beautiful event space with an excellent staff. Everyone was incredibly warm and helpful, all food…read moreand drinks were crafter with care and attention to detail. If you're looking to host a memorable evening this is a great choice. Lots of beautiful backdrops for picture perfect moments. Looking forward to returning to this venue.

A foundation I support has had a couple of events here and they are always very nice. We do a…read morecocktail hour on the top floor that has a nice covered space as well as a terrace with amazing Empire State Building Views. The dinner is held one level down in a cozy room that is a little long and narrow but always provides a good view of the speakers. The staff at the venue are always top notch. Whatever you do here, it will definitely be special. I really like this place.

The most perfect wedding venue you can find in NYC. The skyline views, the rooftop, the penthouse,…read morethe food, the service, it is all unbeatable. Almost every single guest told us it was the most perfect wedding they've ever gone to. First, the planning process. Eman is the most organized, efficient and professional coordinator you will find. She was there with us every step of the way, guiding us to make all the best choices. On the day of the wedding, it is scary how she is able to get things done. It's clear she has done it a million times and knows exactly what to do to make sure everything goes smoothly. The food - guests still have not stopped raving about the entire cocktail hour, from the sushi station to the sliders. For dinner, the entrees are ACTUALLY delicious - not your typical wedding food at all. And the dessert parade (also super yummy) is such a fun surprise to end the night with. The service - there were so many staff everywhere to help answer questions and give directions, and every single one was patient, kind and helpful. During the dinner, guests said that their water cup was never empty and the server for each table was responsive and accommodating. We never felt like we were just one in a hundred weddings they've done that season. It made all the difference for it to feel like a high-class event. The venue - you won't get views like this anywhere else. The rooftop for a ceremony is so so unique and special. The foyer was the perfect place for cocktail hour, such great vibes. And the penthouse was jaw-dropping gorgeous. The candles and string lights against the nighttime skyline makes for the best backdrop. Again, all the guests were raving about how beautifully it all came together. Ravel made our entire wedding into a perfect night we will never forget. You will not regret it!!

We just held our September wedding at The Ravel Hotel, and it was a marvelous experience!…read more From the planning, collaboration and vendor management, with Ravel's Event Management team (shout out Eman, Jadelyn, Anna, Joe, Miranda & the whole team!) to the execution of the day itself, it was a remarkably smooth experience. I must commend the Ravel team for being on top of their game, and for being candid while also trying to make our dreams come true.  As someone who has never planned a wedding before, the Ravel team were patient and helpful every step of the way. They were able to stay within budget, while also making recommendations on how to optimize within budget. (In full transparency, we got married during peak wedding season in terms of costs, but the Ravel team helped us stay within budget.) The end result was our truly magical East-meets-West wedding, one that earned top reviews from all my guests - many guests said it was the best wedding they have ever attended! The food also deserves endless praise - it is rare to find a venue that does truly delicious in-house catering. Guests also said it was the best wedding food, and I have to agree - especially the appetizer stations, including the sushi bar! Oh, and the after-dinner dessert parade? Bottle service with dessert? I have never seen that in all the weddings I've been to, and it knocked my socks off! The views from the rooftop and penthouse were glorious, and captivated both out-of-town guests and seasoned New Yorkers. If you're looking for a memorable and unique NYC wedding experience, highly recommend The Ravel Hotel!

The building and community spaces are incredible. Visited…read moreduring House of Spirits. Blown away by architecture. I want to come back to perch upon the couch and sip whiskey!

Champagne, laughter, and breathtaking moments - it's the annual Sailor's Ball hosted at the…read moreBeautiful Downtown Association. Love this historic event venue!

I love the artists / events / music Giant Step promotes. If you like good soul, nu-soul, house,…read moredance, electronica, downtempo, hip hop, funk; if you like your music innovative you will love the events Giant Step throws. Check our their website giantstep.net for info. on events, new releases, music news and their jukebox where you can stream the likes of: Gilles Peterson, Bugz in the Attic, OM, Zion I, Strange Fruit Project, The Roots, Mark de Clive Lowe, Cut Chemist, Beck and tons of other seriously worthy music. One Giant Step . . .

I recently found myself at a Giant Step gathering, and I was soo thrilled I went. The event took…read moreme back to when nightlife was the ish!! The music was neo-classic soul, house & dance, and straight funky. The best of the best in the music scene was hanging out and enjoying these tunes. The talent brought out by this party was great, and it was also great to see that real party vibe is not dead. Nightlife used be about the lifestyle, the music, and the trend. Now its about how much revenue you can spend, how fake you pose, and how many hours you sit a table updating your facebook status on your smartphone. Giantstep thanks for being a true blue friend.

The Lighthouse is located at Pier 61 in Chelsea, New York City. My company had their yearly holiday…read moreparty here at The Lighthouse. It's a beautiful venue, overlooking the Hudson River. It's quite a large space. There is a interior section with hardwood floors and beautiful light fixtures, as well as an outside section. The outdoor section has easy access to the waterfront. The interior has floor to ceiling windows. There are two private suites with restrooms, safety boxes and vanities as well! The venue hosted the party from 4:30 to 8:00. It was so much fun! It was slightly chilly out for an October evening! I only stayed in the outside section while it was sunny out! Inside, there was lots of music and food was catered as well! There were two different carving stations and a section for desserts! The lighthouse was an amazing venue!

This place had great lighting, awesome staff, clean bathrooms, and was welcoming to everyone. The…read moredrinks and good service flowed all night. The staff never missed a beat with the wine, water, and removal of finished dishes. The DJ really knew how to cater to everyone and had everyone dancing to the rhythms of the night. I made some awesome connections and had some really great conversations here. I highly recommend having an event here.