Denis Kargaev
Originally this was a railway line used to bring goods from industrial ports to Chelsea but things have changed and the tracks stood abandoned. The city govt was eyeing their demolition but Diane von Furstenberg and other celebs stood for it.
That's how High Line became a park – an oasis of American plants with benches on wheels. Now it's a trendy spot for fashion shows, exhibitions and parties. The place also boasts a stunning skyline view.