the dimensions of this direct roof terrace are very promising

not large and balcony like in its field but the terrace does come with water views and that's always a good thing even if they're oblique like they are here

a direct living setup with 10 feet of working width, which puts it solidly in outdoor room territory. hudson river views to the west, skyline to the east, and multiple access points that actually justify the square footage. currently bare concrete waiting for someone to give it a personality. some neighbor sightlines exist, so this is a terrace for the unselfconscious.

a second level terrace with 259 square feet sounds generous until you notice the five foot width. that is bistro territory, not entertaining territory. the caution tape in the photo suggests someone agrees. views toward midtown are solid, privacy is real, but two chairs and a coffee is the ceiling here.

this terrace has the dimensions and the views that will be a draw for gatherings, the prevailing winds at this elevation downtown might need to be considered when planning events.

that high parapet wall creates a private pocket in the middle of midtown, which is not nothing. a direct living terrace at four and a half feet wide means you are choosing between the lounge chair and the side table, not arranging both. two people can sit here comfortably; three becomes a negotiation. morning coffee territory, not dinner party material.

accessibility of the main terrace directly often family room gives it the status of the direct living terrace and it is very useful and a smart vegetation offers a good level of privacy. the roof access terrace will undoubtedly have the better views, but it's it's access might make it less frequently used. used.

that floor-to-ceiling glass wall does the heavy lifting here, turning a 240 square foot second level terrace into something that feels like an extension of the living room. mature planters already in place, a proper seating arrangement, and north-facing light that stays soft all day. room for six at drinks, comfortably.

this terrace has nice dimensions; however, the prevailing winds over the hudson river can be restrictive, and the digitally removed privacy fence with the neighbor is a bit of an eyesore.

20 ft wide is plenty for even large scale entertaining, and it can easily become a de-facto living room when the weather allows

direct staircase access via spiral, which sounds romantic until you try to get patio furniture up there. a true penthouse roof with decent square footage, flanked by hvac equipment and neighboring brick. the virtual staging is doing heavy lifting; the reality is raw concrete and mechanical views. potential exists, but this is a project.

the location of these two terraces make them an excellent continuation of the living spaces and offer this home the excellent indoor-outdoor flow that many buyers look for.