DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN — NEW PLANS FOR THE ICONIC ABRAHAM & STRAUS BUILDING at 422 Fulton St. in Downtown Brooklyn, which until 2024 was the home of Macy’s, were unveiled on Monday by United American Land.
The 440,000-square-foot building will become “BKX,” a massive, flexible concept designed for entertainment and dining in addition to retail. The development will be the largest contiguous retail space in New York City, and will feature a new central “atrium” while retaining original architectural details. The project will be developed by real estate development company United American Land in partnership with The Jackson Group and Dreamscape Retail & Entertainment.
The iconic Abraham & Straus building on Fulton Street in March 2024, which housed Macy’s until it was purchased by United American Land in late 2024. Photo: Mary Frost/Brooklyn Eagle
Located in the center of Downtown Brooklyn, BKX will have easy access to 11 subway lines and a Long Island Railroad station.
SUNSET PARK — “As a resident of Marine Park, one of the great surprises I found biking around Industry City and visiting Japan Village was to discover Bush Terminal Park. I continue to be amazed at the serene hideaways that the city offers in some of the busiest places — and, still, with an iconic view.”
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — ‘A miracle that no one was killed …’ That’s what neighbors are saying about the collapse of the Hotel St. George marquee. Shown in this photograph are workmen beginning the removal and repair of the historic, old neon sign at the corner, referencing a relic of Brooklyn Heights’ past: the St. George Hotel.
ATLANTIC AVENUE — Exhausted shopper with cluster of bags and goods from mall at Boerum Place stops to look at huge construction site across the street. “Is that REALLY going to be a jail??” Her male companion is reassuring, “Nothing like Rikers … this is 21st Century.”
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — Overheard in line at one of most popular pastry outlets on Montague Street: “Hope I can get them into a camp …” A mother with two pre-schoolers in tow was showing a friend the Dodge Y flyer for Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 18.
