In a park amid skyscrapers, a gem has emerged: a posh public bathroom that cost nearly $300,000, complete with freshly delivered flowers, imported tiles, classical music and artwork.The free-of-charge, air-conditioned splendor, inspired by visits to the city's priciest hotels, is open to everyone. The toilets, in 310 square feet divided between the women's and men's sides, are reopening after a three-month renovation.The eye-popping, LED-illuminated elegance is unusual in a city where public toilets are scarce and generally grungy. On the women's side, the wait could be as long as 20 minutes.On Thursday, with the line growing, park workers directed people to the massive library building and more public toilets, though not quite as fancy. The Japanese luxury brand Toto contributed self-flushing, energy-saving toilets and hands-free faucets and wash basins. "We strive for perfection and only settle for excellence," declared Dan Biederman, the executive director of the Bryant Park Corp.The team behind the new posh public bathroom visited the Waldorf Astoria and other luxury hotels for inspiration.A few out-of-town companies provided donations not included in the facility's $280,000 cost.
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The team behind the new posh public bathroom visited the Waldorf Astoria and other luxury hotels for inspiration. Inspired by visits to the city's priciest hotels, the posh public bathroom cost nearly $300,000 and comes complete with freshly delivered flowers, imported tiles, classical music and artwork. The eye-popping, LED-illuminated elegance is unusual in a city where public toilets are scarce and generally grungy. (AP Photo/Verena Dobnik)NEW YORK (AP) — In a park amid skyscrapers, a gem has emerged: a posh public bathroom that cost nearly $300,000, complete with freshly delivered flowers, imported tiles, classical music and artwork. "We strive for perfection and only settle for excellence," declared Dan Biederman, the executive director of the Bryant Park Corp.
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