Here & There is a project by S&W exploring speculative projections of dense cities. These maps of Manhattan look uptown from 3rd and 7th, and downtown from 3rd and 35th. They’re intended to be seen at those same places, putting the viewer simultaneously above the city and in it where she stands, both looking down and looking forward.

Ummmm. I don’t really get the point, but the image is great and I am a sucker for maps, especially of NYC. Actually, speaking of NYC maps, Friday night at Pete’s Candy Store there is a lecture called Subway Map Throwdown, with Kick Design’s Ed Jabbours. I think I might have to go! Here’s a little background on Ed’s project and if you want even more subway map design history check out this great post.