How Central Park Was Created Entirely By Design and Not By Nature | Architectural Digest

Today Michael Wyetzner of Michielli + Wyetzner Architects joins AD in New York for an in-depth walking tour of Central Park. Everything in Central Park got there by considered choice, not by nature, and the park as we know it today is the result of a design competition held in the 1850s. From hidden through-roads to its calming bodies of water, join Michael as he walks you through why Central Park is the best-designed city park in the world.

Director: Hiatt Woods
Director of Photography: Eric Brouse
Editor: Tristen Rogers
Host: Michael Wyetzner
Producer: Skylar Economy
Field Producer: Vara Reese
Line Producer: Joseph Buscemi
Associate Producer: Brandon Fuhr
Production Manager: Melissa Heber
Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila
Audio Engineer: Brett Van Deusen
Production Assistant: Caleb Clark; Alex Mitchell
Post Production Supervisor: Andrew Montague
Post Production Coordinator: Holly Frew
Supervising Editor: Christina Mankellow
Assistant Editor: Billy Ward
Colorist: Oliver Eid


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[diogomp]

I would ABSOLUTELY like to see a part 2. Thank you!

[liberty]

This is one of my favorite series on YouTube. It is not only enlightening, but also aesthetically pleasing. I would love love love to see more.

[cherylrleigh]

Well done, Mr. Myetzner! I must say, I am personally enthusiastic about the idea of a dedicated series that delves into the creation process behind this remarkable masterpiece of landscape architectural design.

[OXIR]

Truly wonderful that they thought about a park at this scale at that time and making it as natural as possible. And truly amazing how much value, quality, beauty and character it has given to the city. This park is probably the single most valuable thing in the entire New York City now. Most countries and cities don’t build such parks because they think it’s not worth the money and space because they think it’s better to be used for commercial purposes instead. But it’s value is far beyond money.

[joshuambean]

This was super fascinating. A part 2, 3, 4, & 5 would be more than welcome!

[adamlindenLS]

We love Wyetzner. Every video with him absolutely crushes. We need more!!! Give him a full AD show 🙌

[learnenglishwithdayamudra]

I love Michael's videos. He is so knowledgeable and clearly loves NYC so much. Yes to a Part 2! And I'd love to see a similar video about SF's Golden Gate Park.

[hueyahumana]

12:56 Yes, please, NYC Central Park part two!

[shadowgattler]

I'm so glad you mentioned Seneca village. It's a vastly overlooked part of the park's history that everyone should know about.

[drewharteveld]

Just beautiful. Thanks for bringing us along on your walk. Would LOVE a Part 2!

[dorothylazard]

I never get tired of these AD videos about NYC architecture and city planning. I hope you never run out of topics to cover! A part two of this Central Park video would be much appreciated!

[hRtkuojTtmk]

I would love to see a part 2. This was so interesting. I've been there dozens of times, but many of the locations covered in this video I was previously unaware of. Thank you for enlightening me. 🙏🏻

[jowzzy]

I've only ever been a tourist in NYC a couple times, but Central Park is always a wonder to visit. This video just made it all the more fascinating! Yes to part 2!

[yusuftamanna]

Yes please to a part 2! This was so fascinating. My husband and I got married in Central Park near Bow Bridge, hearing all about the entire creation of this wonderful park has warmed my heart!

[muhlaynee]

Thank you for mentioning Seneca Village. Still is a fact not commonly known about the Park and its making. I would love a part 2 of this series :)

[fokkebaarda]

Yeah, I need part 2 for sure. I love parks, and here in my city of Amsterdam I love how we have very different parks, and how I can cross the city on bike and almost always include a park in my route. And how the parks are really the exterior living rooms for many people of all walks of life. But Central Park is of course unique in size and fame. So yeah, already looking foward to it.

[pibbitybibbity]

YES, PART TWO, PLEASE!
I’m not a New Yorker but have visited there many times, and I lived in Queens for almost 4 months of a year where I lived in New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.
I have spent quite a bit of time exploring Central Park, but my favorite spot is Bethesda Terrace. Even when it’s crowded there it’s still so peaceful.
I love how there are parts of the park where you can be and—with the exception of sirens when they happen—the park buffers the noise and activity of the city.
I love New York City and so many things and places within it, but the park will always just hold a special place in my heart!

[nikitalavrenov]

Not only is it absolutely essential to release part 2, but I'd also love this series to expand beyond New York and start covering cities like London and Paris!

[ljtinney]

It is ridiculous how excited I get when I see there is new AD content on YouTube. THANK YOU.

[dogold]

Yes, we want Part II. Thank you very much for Part I.