Hotel Delmano

the hotel delmano sidewalk situation: an attempt at european leisure on north 9th. one observes a raw bar inside, a pre-war aesthetic that attempts to soothe the brooklyn hustle. outside, a corner of pavement with chairs, a valiant effort to encourage lingering with a chilled beverage. the sun, however, still shines with an American insistence on constant motion, even when one is trying to simply exist. perhaps a late afternoon visit is best, once the direct sun has softened its gaze.