The Andrew Freedman home was founded by self-made millionaire Andrew Freedman (1860-1915). It was built in 1924 as Andrew Freedman’s dying wish, which was to have a home established for people like him. The home was originally built to be a sanctuary for the wealthy elderly who lost their fortunes. Besides providing food and shelter, it provided residents with the opportunity to experience wining, dining, and theatre.

On 1125 Grand Concourse lays a beautifully constructed mansion, which is a diamond in the rough on the streets of the Bronx.  The home re-opened on April 4th, 2012 as a wonderful exhibit called: “This Side of Paradise.”  It’s an exhibit full of instillations and events that tell the history of the Home as well as the Bronx. The exhibit features numerous instillations by artists such as Abigail Lazkoz, Cheryl Pope, Alina & Jeff Bliumis, Gian Maria Tosatti, etc.

One of the installations in the exhibit was called: “DAZE.” This particular installation was one of the few exhibits that can truly entrance you. Furthur’s goal for this instillation was to make visitors feel the exact opposite of what he felt when he walked into the Home. It was full of peeling paint, old carpeting, leaking ceilings, and rusted pipes. It had a creepy and mysterious feel to it. Furthur created a dream-like environment that made you feel as if you were floating on clouds. It’s almost as if you’re being rushed into an array of bright color clouds. Standing in the middle of the room you can’t help but feel a part of the installation. The imaginary characters that sat up on the clouds evoked a very welcoming and alluring setting.  It was filled with whimsy. Walking into this installation, you’ll actually feel like you’re walking into someone’s dream. Daze was without a doubt an extraordinary piece in the collection at the Andrew Freedman Home.