stunning space, with lots of potential. however it currently is mostly underdeveloped and lack the intimacy most people desire.
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a rare opportunity to own one of downtown manhattan’s largest loft penthouses. the piero manara & debla manara-berger, of casamanara, designed apartment offers an expansive 7,500 sq ft interior with a gracious 4,200 sq ft of unique covered and uncovered outdoor terrace space and sweeping 360 degree views. the boutique building of just 9 units allows for the utmost in privacy with a discreet elevator that opens to an impressive wood-paneled entry leading to a spectacular 65 × 40 foot living room featuring up-lit original cast-iron columns and ceilings that soar from 16′ to 22′ under light-infusing skylights. massive windows facing south and west add even more light to shine through, creating the perfect space to entertain with views of the freedom tower perfectly framed. a nearly 6-foot-high wood-burning fireplace is finished with polished eramosa marble and a honed cohare marble hearth. the bulthaup kitchen in grey aluminum features carrara marble counters, a custom-built marble sink and is expertly equipped with gaggenau, sub zero and miele appliances including built-in coffee maker, instant-hot and filtered water and a large pantry. white oak hardwood floors throughout lead you to a spacious master suite, along the way pass by venetian plaster finished walls in a soft white. the luxurious master suite offers silk carpeting and a beautifully outfitted white oak, custom-milled walk-in closet and vault that keeps everything neatly tucked away. the ensuite bathroom features a soaring octagonal skylight that hovers over book-matched gaudi slab marble floors, a freestanding oceanus soaking tub by tyrell & laing and a white onyx lined double shower ‘room’ with rain-head shower. the three additional bedroom suites are generously sized, all with ensuite bathrooms and an impressive amount of closet space. not to be forgotten is the dolby 10.1 surround sound media room unlike any other, outfitted with plush upholstered stadium seating, dramatic cove lighting and ultra-suede lined ceilings and walls to make viewing the large projection screen all the more enjoyable. next to the cinema is a 1,500-bottle, glass-encased, climate-controlled wine cellar including a sub-zero fridge for wine and champagne. the home also offers an advanced hvac system, lutron lighting, savant av system and motorized shades for optimal ease and control via wall-mounted ipads. after a nice workout in the home gym/yoga studio, followed by a massage in the private massage room, enjoy a steam in the spa inspired bathroom that includes a 6-person steam room with kohler aroma-therapy and chroma-therapy via a 100-head fibre-optic lighting system integrated into the mosaic tiled barrel ceiling. after basking in a relaxing spa day at home, head upstairs via a 30-foot-tall, glass-peaked bulkhead housing the illuminated stairwell leading to the mezzanine floor where the 4th bedroom and library is perfectly situated overlooking the grandness below. continue up the stairs to the rooftop terrace covered in wood decking, pavers and simulated lawn. the 4,200sf of gracious covered seating and dining areas act as a second living space and come complete with a fully equipped outdoor kitchen. beyond the balinese stone, wood and copper clad walls are panoramic views that allow you to view both the empire state building and the freedom tower simultaneously from under a boffi outdoor shower. have everything you need within your own home, a collector worthy space that is both perfect for relaxing and enjoying your in-home amenities or for hosting friends under the stars. the characteristics that make for a truly special new york property are hard to find and this one has them all with a level of architectural design and detailing rarely if ever seen.
classic loft building on one of soho’s best blocks. close proximity to fantastic shopping, restaurants, galleries and nightlife. remarkably low maintenance. international, llc & trust buyers welcome. pet friendly.
exceptional outdoor spaces with great flexibility, and outstanding finishes. each of the two levels has more to offer than almost any terrace, together they are in a different stratosphere.
Condo|3 Beds|4.5 Baths|6814 int SF
Second Level|2841 ext SF
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Hudson Yards
499 Ninth Ave #8BS
$2,450,000
Expert Opinion:
that curved glass wall does most of the work here, pulling the terrace into the living room like an extension of the floor plan. a proper direct living setup with a bistro table already staged, though 297 square feet wants more than two chairs. north-facing city views into neighboring windows, which means evening drinks come with an audience.
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1072 int SF
Direct Living|297 ext SF
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Midtown West
310 West 52 #6E
$2,495,000
Expert Opinion:
fourteen feet of width on a direct roof terrace means you can actually seat six for dinner without anyone feeling like they're about to go overboard. the landscaping is already grown in, complete with japanese maples that took someone years to establish. west-facing catches the good light, neighbors can peek but the built-in benches and mature plantings create enough of a buffer. this one is ready to host.
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1228 int SF
Direct Roof|700 ext SF
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Chelsea
130 West 30 #16A
$2,495,000
Expert Opinion:
small terraces, barely big enough to be an escape. with no room for anything beyond a single chair.
Condo|3 Beds|3.5 Baths|2256 int SF
Direct Living|100 ext SF
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Upper East
988 Fifth Ave #PH
$24,950,000
Expert Opinion:
those mature pines took decades to get this sculptural. a direct living terrace at true penthouse height, fourteen feet wide with central park spread out below and billionaires row rising behind it. the stone balustrade is the kind of detail nobody builds anymore. southern and western light all afternoon, enough room for a proper dinner party, and neighbors who apparently have better things to do than look over. the view does most of the talking; the landscape does the rest.
Condo|3 Beds|3.5 Baths|3300 int SF
Direct Living|3000 ext SF
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Carnegie Hill
1110 Park Ave #PH
$24,950,000
Expert Opinion:
excellent execution of an uptown direct roof terrace, with decent views from every direction. making it exceptional is the versatility with a flush pool on one side and a fireplace lounge on the other.