Swiss Institute of Contemporary Art is a non-profit contemporary arts organization promoting cultural exchange internationally. Edited bookstore as well.

Unexpected and stunning  exhibition space for the presentation of exhibitions of architecture and of socially engaged art.Designed by Tadao Ando, who has reimagined a 1920s residential building with concrete forms and natural light. A contemplative place to engage with pressing social issues of our time.

Close-up magic on the outskirts of Andersonville and Uptown. Beautifully appointed deco space with terrazo and all the trimmings, housed in former commercial laundry. Cocktails and snacks available. Catch a full show or spontaneously stop in at the bar for some slight-of-hand card trickery.

Everything about this shop is spectacular… the pride, design, packaging, thoughtfulness, mission and of course the chocolate creations. Self proclaimed “classic French techniques with a little Detroit ingenuity.” Dazzling packing and energy. Handmade and sold in Hamtramck.

Open to members and guests since 1930, Detroit’s original urban health club and the only historic bath house left in the city. Hot room, sauna, cold pool and relaxation room Schedule divided between men only, women only, co-ed and private parties so check before you visit. Unexpected bonus is a great meal or snack at The Schvitz.

The 1926 Wurlitzer is alive again. Music store, repair shop, concert space and recording studio and now reborn as the slender and elegant Renaissance Revival Siren. Behind the red velvet curtains lies the glamorous and sexy Candy Bar. Sip original creations beneath a magnificent glass chandelier and white palm trees. Guestrooms range from bunk bed hideouts to the lavish penthouse. Enjoy freshly roasted coffees at Populace on the lobby. Siren Shop for curiosities

Clever cocktails and comfort served until very late in this (way) East Village spot on Avenue C. You might even discover some live music.

The Freehand NYC embodies the spirt of a lifestyle hotel perfectly. Friendly, comfortable, clever, social and relevant, the former George Washington Hotel boasts accommodations for everyone with queens, twins and bunks. Dine and drink from morning until night at “Gallery.” Dinner service at “Simon & the Whale.” Grab and go at “Smile to Go.” Rooftop debauchery at “Broken Shaker.” More sedate cocktails in the “George Washington Bar.” Even if you are not fortunate enough to spend the night, be sure to chill on the mezzanine level and have breakfast in the Gallery.

Germantown Mill Lofts occupies an entire city block in the center of the Schnitzelburg and Germantown neighborhoods. Unique, loft style living with inner courtyards, swimming pool, bocce court, yoga as well as office and commercial tenants.

Artist studios, event space, gallery, bookstore and coffee house housed in former manufacturing building. Located in the historic Portland neighborhood, just beyond downtown.