How 5 Bridges Transformed New York City | Architectural Digest

Today Michael Wyetzner of Michielli + Wyetzner Architects joins AD for an in-depth look at how bridges transformed New York City into the thriving metropolis we know today. Once upon a time, ferries were the only way to travel between New York’s five boroughs but thanks to the construction of major bridges, like The Brooklyn Bridge and The George Washington Bridge, the city became connected. Join Michael for a closer look at how five bridges helped shape NYC into the bustling city we know today.

00:40 The Brooklyn Bridge
05:05 The Hellgate Bridge
08:25 Macombs Dam Bridge
11:18 The High Bridge
14:07 The George Washington Bridge


Director: Hiatt Woods
Director of Photography: Charlie Jordan
Editor: Tristen Rogers
Host: Michael Wyetzner
Producer: Skylar Economy
Field Producer: Alyssa Marino
Associate Producer: Landrie Hatcher; Chloe Leung
Production Manager: Melissa Herber
Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila
Camera Operator: Cloud Corredor
Sound Mixer: Gabe Quiroga
Production Assistant: Patrick Sargent
Post Production Supervisor: Andrew Montague
Post Production Coordinator: Holly Frew
Supervising Editor: Christina Mankellow
Assistant Editor: Andy Morell


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[BlueSaphire]

I loved this episode, not only because of the content, but because it was presented by Mr. Wyetzner. He's the best!

[joesantamaria]

This guy nails it. He has the facts, presents them in an interesting and engaging way, and dumbs down the information to us plebs perfectly.

[Vikram_l]

This running series of videos on New York Architecture by Mr.Wyetzner is such a cool concept. Love everything about it.

[sanchemp]

Mr. Wyetzner is really the best. He simplifies the complex construction projects that’s really easy to understand. He’s a gem.

[pardox]

The next 5 NYC bridges I'd like to see discussed by Mr. Wyetzner would be: the Manhattan Bridge, the Williamsburg Bridge, the Queensboro Bridge, the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, and the no-longer-standing King's Bridge.

[daniel_shea]

Absolutely fascinating. I simply cannot get enough of these architectural videos about New York. You mentioned the wonderful bus station at the Manhattan end of the George Washington Bridge, and said that nobody knows about it. Maybe you could do a video about that and other forgotten treasures of New York. In any case, more please...

[dr.woozie]

I appreciate that he included less popularly known bridges. There are so many structurally unique and interesting bridges in NYC that you could make a whole series about them.

[emilyidina]

The Verrazano bridge, Midtown Tunnel, Holland Tunnel and of course the 59th Street bridge…. DUH Amazing episode as always. Thank you for another history lesson about one of the greatest cities in the world NYC Bby ❤

[TheMattsterling]

I am a huge fan of NYC history and a novice/curious fan of architecture. My Dad worked in commercial construction for years so I really enjoy every one of these videos. Particularly since I used to live in Manhattan and miss being surrounded by inspiring architecture!

[groundedlogic]

A man's brain is incredible to be able to build, engineer, and keep these massive structures up for all these years.

[artsy]

Great video, very interesting.
Would be great to see similar breakdowns of other famous bridges; the Tower Bridge in London, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Manhattan Bridge, the Charles Bridge in Prague, or the High Bridge in Amsterdam.

[morganchilds]

This guy is a treasure, and watching these videos brings me back to my time living in NYC, walking 10-15 km a day and taking my own architecture tours by googling famous addresses of buildings and bridges I'd see.

[TheGrantism]

Feed me more of these videos so I can continue to architecturally digest!

[larrysmith]

Having been born in NY Hospital and living in the area for the next 45 years, I always enjoy learning of its history. Mr. Wyetzner did a fantastic job of bringing that history to life and for that I am truly greatful.

[fluffy-puffy-puppy]

RIP to the men who built the beautiful Brookly bridge. 😔😔

[cardinalj]

Would love to see a video about the Pittsburgh area bridges.

[obifox]

You have made a great combined story of engineering, art and history. Thanks!

[kathythompson]

Fascinating and so very interesting! NYC rocks and so do you! Thank you very, very much!

[timcampo]

Really happy to see Emily Roebling get the recognition she earned.

[BruinPhD]

Thank you so much for this content. I’ve had the pleasure of seeing all these bridges, but I have to admit the GWB is my favorite of them all. I had “The Little Red Lighthouse at the Great Gray Bridge” as a little kid and as a teenager, I was thrilled to discover it was real when I saw it in person.