this three bedroom two bath penthouse loft displays a graceful marriage of industrial age design and modern convenience. the open layout is perfect for entertaining with a large kitchen equipped with a thermador stove and dishwasher and pietra cardosa italian slate countertops. the large island seats four comfortably and carries on with the italian slate, complemented by frosted pendant lights. the large living and dining areas are subtly separated by original wood beams and are flooded with light from thirty six feet of oversized windows. make your way up the gorgeous steel and cast iron stairs with mahogany handrails and carrera marble steps, accented with display alcoves, to the master bedroom with inspiring views of the lush terrace and the city skyline behind it. the master bedroom with maple flooring and a shoji privacy screen provides double closets before you reach the large walk-in, which in turn provides a hidden storage area. the master bathroom features a large shower and a custom made stainless steel vanity. the vast terrace, with north, south, east and west exposures, has open, unobstructed and protected views featuring the landmark buildings of 18th street. this lush terrace is planted with 18 different species of greenery, including bamboo, ornamental maples and hostas in decorative and custom made planters. this highly sought after outdoor area has an automated irrigations system to ensure the maintenance of your roof top garden and is wired for electricity and gas to suit your needs. all located in the perfectly convenient and fashionable downtown area: at the cross roads of chelsea/flat iron/greenwich/union square.