Despite its difficult entry into the 21st century, the city that never sleeps has regrouped, found its rhythm and hit back with a rather different design agenda. Once driven by excess, New York has entered an era of austerity, yet thanks to a greater appreciation of quality over quantity, the city has never felt more compelling. Here Richard Christian of Chandelier Creative describes his perfect day in the city. Producer: David Usui Director of Photography: Ben WuEditor: Geoffrey Feinberg Production Company: Lost & Found Films Music courtesy of: Duke Bojadziev, Lullatone, and Evelyn GlennieSpecial thanks to: Richard Christiansen, Chandelier Creative, Bowery Hotel, Dashwood Books, DBGB Kitchen and Bar, Deitch Projects , New Museum, Odin New York, Partner & Spade, Prune, Smile