with interior design by new york-based architect, designer and artist thierry despont, residence 17b is a 4,220 sf (392 sm) north and east-facing four bedroom with 800 sf (74.3 sm) landscaped terrace, separate study and breakfast room. features include high ceilings, gracious proportions and the rich attention to detail of a bespoke privately commissioned home. interior features include 4" wide plank solid american oak floors, fully customized kitchens and baths, and elegantly crafted furniture-grade mahogany doors of over 9', with custom designed bronze hardware inspired by the tower's distinctive silhouette. enclosed behind large pocket doors, creating maximum flexibility, the kitchen features polished statuary marble countertops and backlit backsplash with custom back-painted glass cabinetry by molteni. kitchen appliances include a miele low profile cooktop, oven, coffee maker, speed oven, fully-incorporated dishwasher and vented hood, and sub-zero refrigerator and wine refrigerator. the master bath is clad in noir st. laurent marble, golden travertine and verona limestone, with a custom carved stone vanity and medicine cabinet above. the master bath also features radiant heated floors and dornbracht fittings and accessories. a short walk to fifth avenue and mere blocks from central park, 53w53 is a collection of 145 unique residences with super-luxury, hotel-like services and amenities.