We begin in the storied East Village with this six-story modern gem. Bright Danish brick forms much of the exterior and borders massive, loft-like windows that let in an abundance of natural light, while providing expansive views of the downtown cityscape. The residences are massive, with open floor plans, high ceilings and a refined design. Amenities include a gorgeous pool overlooking the courtyard, a library, a fitness center and a serene roof deck.
To Tribeca we go for the 82-story stunner Thirty Park Place. Designed by legendary architect, and self-proclaimed modern-traditionalist, Robert A.M. Stern, the exterior has a classic, vibrant New York feel. Every inch of the building exudes a high level of sophistication. The large residences are framed by floor-to-ceiling windows that provide jaw-dropping views of the cityscape below. Amenities include a pool, a private dining room for entertaining, a conservatory, a children’s playroom and a fitness center.
River & Warren bring a bit of the natural world into luxury, NYC condo living. Situated right on the riverfront, the building features incredible views of the water that lend a certain, quiet tranquility to the residences. The kitchens are high-end and state-of-the-art, and the interior design (courtesy of CetraRuddy) is modern and quite warm. Amenities include a large fitness center, a nautical-themed children’s playroom, and a truly one-of-a-kind rooftop park where residents can escape the din of the city and enjoy the breeze off the water.
The Chatsworth was originally constructed in 1904 in the French Beaux-Arts style, and is one of the most elegant buildings in the entire city. It was officially declared a landmark in 1984 and has been revamped to be a beacon of grace for another century. The interiors are enormous and lavish, with meticulous detailing throughout. The new design honors the rich history, while modernizing the spaces entirely. In terms of amenities, there is an enormous lounge with beautiful vaulted ceilings, a billiards room, a fitness center and a children’s playroom.
Meet Columbus Circle’s newest residential attraction. The Nicole has charm to spare. Their apartments feature stainless steel appliances, floor-to-ceiling windows and luminous wood floors. And the amenities are varied as well. They include a sun terrace, a residents lounge, personal concierge service and a fitness center.
Off the Brooklyn! 550 Vanderbilt is not only a stunning structure in one of the most culturally rich neighborhoods, it will be a part of the massive, eight-acre Pacific Park development. The building has a modern feel with a nod to a more classic aesthetic, and the apartments are gorgeous and absolutely flooded with natural light through their enormous windows. The amenities offered include a 24-hour concierge desk, an absolutely amazing roof deck surrounded by gardens, a library, a fitness center, a playroom, a serene courtyard and, perhaps best of all, underground parking.
Our second Tribeca selection, the Woolworth is another classic building (a landmark actually) revamped for a new century. Here you get the grand spaces and the classic allure of old New York, with the modern amenities of any sleek, new building on the block. A beautiful balance between classic and contemporary is struck here. Beyond the extra space and the timeless refinement, residents will enjoy a wine-tasting room as well as a wine storage facility, a billiard lounge, a fitness center, a pool, sauna and hot tub and yes, on-site parking.
The iconic Stella Tower was designed by architectural icon Ralph Walker in 1927 and quickly became an attraction due to its hand-crafted brick work and it’s staggered rise to the sky. Now, in 2017 the building has been reinvigorated to serve another list of generations. The residences are modern masterpieces with large windows and 10-14 ft ceilings. There is exquisite, custom work throughout as well as a residents’ lounge and bar, an outdoor garden lounge, temp-controlled grocery storage, a 24-hour attended lobby, and a fitness center.
The 800-feet of shimmering, waterfront glass that is One Manhattan Square is hard to miss. Functional and sleek interiors courtesy of Meyer Davis are punctuated by floor-to-ceiling windows that look out over the water and the skyline. As far as riverfront-living in NYC, it doesn’t get more luxurious than this. The amenity list is gigantic. There are two full-court basketball courts, a fitness center with yoga and dance studios, a bowling alley, a squash court, a golf simulator, a test-kitchen, a bar/lounge, a wine/cigar room, a billiard room, a 75-ft pool, a tranquility garden and a pet spa.
For our final selection we go back to Brooklyn once more to check out The Ashland. Located in the cultural epicenter of Brooklyn, this impressive, luxury building is in walking distance to BAM, the Mark Morris Dance Center, BRIC, Fort Greene Park and the Barclays Center. Not to mention Gotham Market occupies a portion of the bottom floor of The Ashland, so a renowned food market is right in the building. The condos are large, bright and modern and feature wonderful views of Brooklyn and Manhattan. There’s also an indoor-outdoor fitness center, a rooftop lounge, and outdoor movie screening area, a billiard room, a screening room, a BBQ area and a demo kitchen.
