""Growing up in Europe, this is not that alien. New York is my living room, and this is where I sleep.""
""The last thing you ever thought you would see was Hermès on the corner of Gansevoort.""
""The neighborhood has gone really beige. A lot of money. It's not interesting anymore.""
David Drumgold, 64, has resided in a small room at the Jane Hotel for over 20 years, paying $262 weekly. His room, measuring 9-by-13 feet, features a full-size bed and a cluttered armchair. Despite its age, he appreciates the view of the Hudson and the West Village. Drumgold moved in during a time when the neighborhood was less affluent, contrasting it with the current influx of wealth and celebrity residents. He reflects on the changes in the area, noting its transformation into a more upscale environment.
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