direct living with fifteen feet of width and a hot tub already installed, which is doing most of the personality work here. the frosted glass parapet solves the neighbor sightline problem but also eliminates any view worth mentioning. a blank slate that needs furniture, greenery, and someone with a vision. the bones are generous; the current staging is a rug on concrete.

twelve feet of width, mature plantings doing the heavy lifting on privacy, and a direct living setup that actually earns the name. the surrounding brick and prewar details give it more character than most midblock courtyards manage. multiple access points and room for two seating areas. neighbors can see in, but so can you.

that boxwood hedge is doing serious work, turning what could feel like a fishbowl into something approaching a private courtyard. twenty feet wide with established plantings already softening the office tower views. a proper dinner for six fits comfortably here, and the neighbors across the way will just have to wonder what you're serving.

stunning terrace in terms of proportions, and access to the indoor. the vegetation also adds a great view.

lovely second level terrace with plenty of room to entertain. and a decent view to boot. the convenience is that it's only accessible through the bedroom.

this terrace has the location, and size to be perfect. the one drawback is that there is no view from the side. however, in exchange, the building next door offers protection from wind and elements