Manhattan's compact geography, points out Pfahler, means many artistic projects begin with chance encounters.
The centre of the compact walled town is full of gorgeous boutiques and unusual jewellery stores (in case gifts are in order), pretty cafes with flower-filled gardens (should the Mediterranean sun make an appearance) and tiny bars with plenty of private nooks and crannies.
An annual trim with shears and feeding with lime will keep it compact.
Eugenie Harvey, director of the 10 10 campaign, which uses this compact, spartan two-storey workspace as its HQ, points to the list with evident pride.
He tweeted this morning that yesterday's events (the political crisis in the Netherlands, and the results of the first round of the French presidential election) mean the rules are already unravelling: — Nouriel Roubini (@Nouriel) April 24 , 2012EZ Fiscal Compact DOA even before ratification.
On stage, the band emits a 1975 sound not unlike a streamlined, yet still vehemently compact, mixture of the early Velvet Underground, Shadows of Knight, and the Stooges.
At the dead centre of the city is the Jardin de l'horloge, a compact garden terrace that looks out directly on to the harbour, and where the monument to the French dead who gave their lives for "Algérie Française" has been covered up.
The European fiscal compact, which forces countries across the eurozone to deliver a balanced budget, becomes operational.
Talking of places in Cambridge which pair street food with craft beer, the bar at the foodPark Night Market events also serve a compact but discerning range of craft beers, including various cans from Beavertown (look out for its seasonal blood orange IPA, Bloody Elll) and at least one local beer.
Hobart is a compact place that fades from view rapidly as you leave it – traffic and houses are quickly replaced by rolling hills and winding roads.
In his short time at the club so far, Mazzarri has focused on keeping his team compact and cohesive – ensuring that they can protecting themselves from damage before seeking to hit out on the counter.
