New York's NEW Tallest Building

Sorry, Empire State Building. You are now officially the second tallest once again!

Sometime today the new One World Trade Center eclipsed the Empire State Building as New York City's tallest building. Even though it is currently only 1,250 feet tall, at completion it will be 1,776 feet tall.

Thanks to Athinaios for the great, evolving model, which was last updated on April 28, 2012. I've added it to the following 3D model collections: 2010s, Americana

Titanic Sinking: 100 Years Ago

In remembrance of the 100th anniversary sinking of the Titanic, Google has created an updated 3D model version on the Google Earth ocean floor, using imagery from National Geographic. Check it out!

"Château Frontenac" by Jean

3D Modeler Jean sent me this beautiful model of the Château Frontenac. Wow! Good job, Jean.

This model has been added to my 3D model collections: Favorite Thumbnails, Castle, and 1890s.

Model Your Town 2012: VOTE!

Have you voted yet? I'm about to. Look at the video above for an overview of the six fantastic Google Model Your Town 2012 finalists. You'll help one town win a nice chunk of cash for their school district.

Have a look at this link for more details and videos of each town's model collection. Then be sure to vote! Each person can vote only once, and voting ends May 1, 2012.

Good luck to the finalists and congratulations on everyone who made an effort to enter!