immediate occupancy. 505 west 19th street is a timeless addition to the high line in west chelsea, designed by the renowned architectural designer thomas juul-hansen. two towers, each at ten stories high, embrace the high line while maintaining privacy for residents. located in the east tower, 2b is a one of a kind, approximately 3,100sf duplex home featuring 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a stunning double height living room and a lushly, landscaped private terrace. the corner duplex has 3 exposures, east, south and west and is flooded with light. the kitchen, with hand crafted quarter-sawn white oak cabinetry in a grey stain, is perfectly adorned with luxurious leather enveloped brass pulls, and complemented with brushed absolute black granite countertops and backsplash. the kitchen features a seamlessly incorporated appliance package by miele, including an electric convection oven, a speed oven, a warming drawer, a five burner gas cooktop with exterior vented pull-out hood, custom paneled dishwasher, refrigerator, and freezer, and an under-counter wine refrigerator. the master bath features radiant heated bianco dolomiti flooring, alluring stormy grey travertine walls, vanity, and tub surround, and is enhanced by chic brass fixtures and fittings by waterworks. an individually assigned private storage unit is included with the residence. this boutique building consists of only 35 residences. enter the building through a lobby with travertine flooring, paneled walnut walls trimmed in brass, and one of the most unique views of the structural elements of the newly iconic high line park. the interiors have been thoughtfully outfitted with custom designed pieces by thomas juul-hansen. amenities will include a 24 hour concierge, fitness center, included private storage, bicycle storage, supplemental laundry room and a live-in resident manager.
a loggia rather than a proper terrace, but that travertine envelope and those full-height doors do the heavy lifting. nine feet of width lets the furniture breathe, though the glass neighbors across the way will know when you've had guests. direct living from what looks like a grand salon, water views slipping through the towers. the plantings are staged, not grown; someone will need to finish the room.
Condo|2 Beds|2.5 Baths|2054 int SF
Direct Living|472 ext SF
Courtesy of corcoran
Highline
500 West 18 #6C
$6,010,000
Expert Opinion:
excellent dimension and oblique water views are the standout features of this direct living terrace
Condo|2 Beds|2.5 Baths|1327 int SF
Direct Living|328 ext SF
Courtesy of corcoran
Hell's Kitchen
611 West 56 #9A
$4,700,000
Expert Opinion:
this 864-square-foot terrace is a bit of a paradox. while the limestone says "pritzker prize luxury," the surrounding mechanicals scream "midtown reality." even with some serious greenery, you're competing with a lot of building hardware. it’s a massive footprint, but keeping it "zen" will be your biggest renovation project.
Condo|3 Beds|3.5 Baths|2479 int SF
Direct Living|846 ext SF
Courtesy of sporn
Turtle Bay
30 Beekman Pl #PH
$4,700,000
Expert Opinion:
beautifully landscaped, wider than normal wrap terrace. however, the width is not enough for large scale dinners or socializing. the views are good in parts, but restricted in others.
Coop|2 Beds|2.5 Baths|2400 int SF
Direct Living|2000 ext SF
Courtesy of sotheby's
Upper West
610 West End Ave #PHA
$4,750,000
Expert Opinion:
twenty-two hundred square feet of direct living space with mature japanese maples, layered seating zones, and room to host thirty without anyone bumping elbows. the plantings took years to establish. multiple access points mean traffic flows naturally. a rooftop this finished is genuinely rare.
Coop|3 Beds|2 Baths|1700 int SF
Direct Living|2500 ext SF
Lenox Hill
420 East 75 #PH
$4,750,000
Expert Opinion:
three hundred square feet of direct living terrace on a true penthouse, north and east exposure catching morning light and open sky. the width here allows a proper seating arrangement without anyone feeling cornered. clean pavers, solid parapet walls, decent privacy from neighboring sightlines. good bones for a dinner party, better bones for a quiet sunday read.
