Brighton Beach (Seacoast Towers)

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I've chosen to show some of this co-op complex only because I see it as one of the finest structures (in terms of construction and location) in New York City. Of course, that's my opinion and Manhattanites might disagree. Imagine living overlooking the boardwalk and beach. In addition to that, they have easy access to excellent shopping and public transportation. And for what tourists to NYC find most interesting (Manhattan), the residents here are 45 minutes from the center of that borough. Let's see more of Seacoast Towers:



View from the beach (Bay 1) and the beginning of the boardwalk.




And a little closer. Apartments range from studios to two bedroom-two bathrooms.




Here is an interesting picture; this is an aerial view of the complex and the streets around it. Picture was taken from a satellite, and shadow time would indicate late afternoon. The street (private parking) on the left is Seacoast Terrace, and the street (private parking) below, going left to right, is Brightwater Avenue. The buildings on the extreme left are part of Oceana condominiums, and those white areas on the right are tops of other buildings. The circular street is Brighton 14th going south becoming Brighton 15th going north. And below right is the entrance to the beginning of the 2.5 mile "Riegelmann" boardwalk. Did I hear you ask who Riegelmann is? From 1918 to 1924 he was the Brooklyn Borough President and was very instrumental in building and extending this boardwalk; his name appears all along the boardwalk, and if you don't believe me, come and see for yourself.




This satellite shows both buildings. Seems Google makes better satellite views. So why didn't I invest in Google when it first went public. Because I'm stupid, that's why. I should have known that any company whose name becomes a verb is worth something.




A closer satellite view of the first Seacoast Towers building. Interesting that I see Sarah's Honda down there.
What is she doing in Seacoast Towers? Does she know someone there? Now there's something I'll have to investigate.

So let's see what time it is. Knowing that the front of the building is facing south, and seeing in the previous picture that the building's shadow is pointing north-west, it means the sun is now in the south-east. No lifeguard on duty and some people sunbathing on the beach makes it either late spring or early autumn. The time is approximately 10:23am; good thing I majored in sun dial reading when in college. Were he alive, Professor North, would be proud of me. But alas, I do believe he's gone south.



This is the second building (and I hope to get a clearer photo in time). Last time I looked, I noticed those satellite dishes are no longer there. I'm also told that cable television is included in their maintenance. This second building has a magnificent lobby, five elevators, and a state-of-the-art gymnasium (gym used by both buildings). What I'm saying is, how can people be so lucky. The answer is, they pay attention to their lessons in school, always do their homework, respect their teachers, work hard at their jobs, regularly exercise and eat nourishing food, and generously feed the seagulls on the beach. So let that be a lesson to all children everywhere.



Another view of Building "A" (they refer to the buildings as "A" and "B"). You can see from that aerial view picture that this building is angled in such a way that the south and west windows get a maximum amount of sunlight. The south-west corner is bathed in sunlight.



A view of the south-west corner. I'm told that the terraces on that side are excellent for growing patio tomatoes. Best containers are those tall white cans that construction people keep their plaster or cement in. I suppose that's the way they buy that material. Building "B" is seen on the left and here you can see how Building "A" is angled toward the sun. I don't think the builders were as much concerned with the sun as they might have been with the way the building this way deflects the direct onslaught of the strong winds coming from the beach (south) or from the west (left side of the picture) ... I'll say no more; knowing zilch and nada about construction.



More of the side view and shadows tell me that it is also late April and approximately 5 o'clock in the afternoon. My friend has shown me some of the most beautiful winter sunsets you can imagine from those side windows. That's when the sun sets over water.



That's the canopy for Building "B" ... very outstanding for anyone driving into their private parking area. Note that the cars there range from top-of-the-line to; well, I heard of someone there who had a 22 year old jeep wrangler. I don't think that is usual for Seacoast Towers.




Not to offend anyone in their Building "A" ... they have a cool kewl canopy too.




Not every car is a Mercedes and Rolls Royce. What's this? A Hyundai?
It also looks good. And I hear it's becoming very popular.




Again, the front of Building "A" ... I'll be visiting my friend there.




Come on in; just a few steps and you're in the lobby.
Say "hello" to the friendly doorman.



All right, I understand, you're a little shy; maybe another time. Anyway, it was nice having you on this little tour, and you should know that Brighton Beach has many good looking buildings and is home to some of the best people on Earth. And my mommy always said I was one of them. Of course, I'd like to hear more English spoken here, and eventually that will happen. What happens is that the first generation only speaks Russian, the second generation will be speaking both Russian and English, the third generation will be speaking English (and understanding some Russian), and the next generation will be exclusively English.



What's this ... you decided to come in? I see it took you a few hours; it's dark outside. All right, this is one view of a Brighton Beach lobby. It might not be typical but it's a lobby. Seems it is holiday time and appropriate plants are on display. Sorry I can't show the doorman but you know there are laws about privacy etc. So this is a view of the front of the building looking out from the lobby. It's nighttime now so what you see are inside reflections.



And here we move to the left and see an unusual looking fountain. The doormen have to listen to the gurgling sound of water 24/7 as if the sound of waves from the beach is not enough ... they really don't mind it.



We enter the elevator. Sorry for the distorted view but we're trying to show a 180 degree view. It's wood paneling and hope there's no unnecessary damage to the wood surface. Push the button; let's take a short ride to our floor.




So here's the hall, there's the door; if I had the time, I'd show you more.
Something about this picture; I think I might be on the wrong floor.
I hope you don't mind, we'll use the stairs and go one floor down.
With a little luck we'll be invited in just in time to see the sunset.




Need I say more? Sunset in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, NY ... picture taken from the terrace.
And again I say, it was nice having you on this little tour. I'm sure you can find your way out.


Un momento, a slight detour ... View From a Plane ... rather than overload this page.

Any corrections? ... ... you be my guest.

A part of my daily life ... Brighton Beach (the Boardwalk) ... not a bad way to live.
A part of my daily life ... Brighton Beach (the Streets) ... what's to complain?
A part of my daily life ... Brighton Beach (the Beach) ... loving every moment.
Now for the history buffs ... Coney History 1609-1880 ... very humble beginnings.
And if that's too much ... Brooklyn - a Quick History ... for those in a hurry.
Great, here you can see ... 1879 Map of Coney Island ... where everything was.
All right, here's the way ... Coney Island Hotels ... used to look years ago.
Remember when a ... View from Brooklyn ... looked like this?
Look, old Coney Island's ... Beach & Boardwalk ... used to looked like this.
And now, just for fun, only ... Old Brooklynites ... could possibly understand.
Finally, old Brooklyn ... Remember When ... fond, recollections.
Oh yeah, lest we forget ... Brooklyn Now ... you will recognize it.
And a Brooklynese letter ... Brooklynese ... from Bill Gates himself.
And what do we have here ... The Cyclone ... known all over the world.
They'd say, "Hey, I'll kick you to ... Canarsie" ... nobody thought too much of us.
We'll return to the ... Navigator ... our contents page.