# Hip NYC Residences Building D by 101 Bedford is Everything a Modern New Yorker Dreams of By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-10-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/building-d References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/2014/01/61437/williamsburg-apartments) & [dnainfo](http://www.dnainfo.com/new-york/20140127/williamsburg/luxe-bedford-ave-building-features-mini-beach-recording-studio) 101 Bedford's Building D is a complex situated across from McCarren park, making it a haven for young, hip, New Yorkers. The [spacious New York apartment building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tribeca-loft) is loaded with 81 units, a rooftop deck, a mini beach, plus a photography and a recording studio. The building offers [gorgeous views of Manhattan and Brooklyn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apartment-with-a-view), and it must be a real treat to arrive home to the heated sidewalks that surround the property. Individual units in the spaces are equipped with [hardwood floors, porcelain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selldorf-architects) and Cesarstone counters, as well as additional luxurious finishes. The building also offers a canine cleaning station, as well as services for pet-sitting and walking, making the building even more appealing to artsy residents with pets. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Luxury Apartment Living:** This trend presents an opportunity for innovative designs and services to cater to the needs and preferences of affluent urban dwellers. - **Pet-friendly Amenities:** There is a growing demand for pet-friendly living spaces, which opens up opportunities for businesses to provide specialized services and amenities for pet owners. - **Urban Retreats:** Creating havens within the bustling cityscape is a trend that can be seized upon by developers and architects to design buildings that offer residents a tranquil sanctuary. ### Who This Affects Most - **Real Estate:** Incorporating luxury features, pet amenities, and serene environments in residential developments can lead to a competitive advantage in the real estate industry. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can adopt pet-friendly policies and create urban retreats to attract travelers and locals seeking a luxurious and tranquil experience. - **Pet Care Services:** The increasing demand for pet-friendly spaces presents opportunities for businesses offering pet-sitting, grooming, and other pet care services to cater to the needs of pet owners. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Brooklyn Residential Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergen-brooklyn.md) - [Manhattan-Honoring New York Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcgovern-project.md) - [Curated Modern Cohesive Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/144-vanderbilt.md) - [Urban Living Residential Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergen-building.md) - [Minimal Renovated Modern Townhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedstuy-townhouse.md) - [NYC Apartment Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooklyn-loft.md) - [Multi-Use Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multiuse-apartment.md) - [Converted Mill-Artist Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/154-scott.md) - [Waved Metal-Wrapped Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/9-chapel.md)