Inside The Harper, a Contemporary Interpretation of the Upper East Side

Today we are getting a look at The Harper, a gracious new 21-story condominium building conceptualized inside and out by renowned architectural practice ODA. Located at 310 86th Street, and developed by IGI, The Harper is already well under construction, with the building topped out and the statement-making stepped façade taking shape. 

The property sets forth to strike a balance between the neighborhood’s rich traditions and forward-looking contemporary living, with 63 limestone-clad homes which range from perfect two-bedrooms to sprawling four-bedroom residences. 

The building’s unique façade, crafted from limestone and punctuated by oversize windows, creates an additional level of privacy while paying homage to Art Deco influences of the surrounding context; ODA’s design approach imbues these cues with a modern twist aided by technological advances in design and construction.

The building’s robust facilities will include a 24-hour attended lobby and live-in super, and a suite of lifestyle offerings such as a fully equipped fitness center, children’s art room, play-room, games lounge, and music center. A teaser website for the building has just gone live at theharpernyc.com for interested parties to register. 

CORE, the exclusive sales and marketing agency for The Harper, will launch sales of the 63 condominium homes in early 2023 with prices starting from $2,100,000 for two-bedrooms, offering highly competitive pricing for new residences on the Upper East Side.

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Four New Family-Friendly Residential Towers in NYC with Imaginative Children’s Playrooms

With NYC children returning to school this month and working parents back to the post-Labor Day grind, families throughout the city are once again assessing how well their living situations work for their routines. Work-from-home spaces are certainly cropping up in residential buildings, but what about dedicated areas for the youngest residents to play, create and imagine?

Below, we’ve provided you with a selection of New York City’s newest residential developments with inspiring children’s playrooms.

Claremont Hall

Situated on the campus of Union Theological Seminary in Morningside Heights, Claremont Hall is a 41-story mixed-use condominium with 165 units including a mix of one-, two-, three- and four-bedrooms. Construction is expected to be completed in 2023. Claremont Hall was developed by Lendlease together with LMXD, an affiliate of L+M Development Partners, and Daiwa House Texas, Inc. and designed by Robert A.M.. Stern Architects to echo the Gothic Revival character of the original campus while adapting to modern tastes. These themes of Old World influence with a fresh sensibility are present in the children’s playroom, one of the many interior amenities designed by CetraRuddy. With arched windows and a colorful yet earthy-toned interior filled with toys, slides and treats, the whimsical playroom evokes all the best of childhood, with the refinement of the historical site it sits upon.

Eagle + West

Located along the East River waterfront in North Brooklyn within the master planned Greenpoint Landing development, Eagle + West is a brand new, 745-unit luxury apartment complex with a mix of market-rate and permanently affordable units ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments. Developed by Brookfield Properties in partnership with Park Tower Group and designed by acclaimed architecture firm OMA, Beyer Blinder Belle Architects collaborated as the Executive Architect on the development Boasting over 42,000 total square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, renowned interior designer Marmol Radziner brings the outside community indoors with a large children's playroom designed for families to enjoy quality time situated beside an outdoor terrace filled with green space.

Hunter's Point South

Completed in September 2021, 5203 and 5241 Center Blvd. collectively comprise the latest phase of leading New York City real estate development firm TF Cornerstone's work to transform Hunter's Point South. Part of the mixed-use and mixed-income community, park, school, and playground situated along the East River in Long Island City, the two buildings are made up of 1,194 new residential units, including 719 permanently affordable homes, offering a mix of studios, one-, and two-bedroom apartments. The children’s area, created by Caroline McKeough from C McKEOUGH unLTD, features a lively spin on playhouses, with vibrant interiors and desk areas.

Gotham Point

The Gotham Point development, located on the waters edge in Long Island City consists of two towers, which include 1,132 studio to 3-bedroom residences with 75% of units priced at affordable rates. Developed by Gotham Org. in partnership with Handel Architects and BHDM Design LLC, Gotham Point expects completion on its North Tower by the end of this year, with one tower already completed. Gotham Point prioritizes healthy living and community engagement with over 50,000 square feet of amenities including a gym, yoga studio, media room, business center and a rooftop terrace with incredible views of the East River. With ultra-high ceilings and a vibrant interior, the children's playroom offers an array of toys, bean bag chairs and an entire chalkboard wall to foster creativity and exploration.

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Our Favorite Listings For The Week

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you won’t want to miss out for this week. 

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455 West 20th Street #PH

Courtesy of Douglas Elliman

On the market with Eileen Foy of Douglas Elliman is the one-of-a-kind penthouse at the West Building in Chelsea, asking $20,000,000.

The building was designed by famed architect Alan Wanzenberg, who created this duplex penthouse residence with four exposures and 3,791 square feet of interior living space in addition to 1,000 square feet of private terraces.

Inside, Lewis Miller masterfully designed a modern, open-concept and airy home that perfectly marries indoor-outdoor living.

The standout here is the residence’s vast outdoor living space, with uninterrupted views of the Empire State Building and classic NYC rooftops due to the low-level surrounding buildings. The West Building is situated on one of the neighborhood’s best blocks, where owners can enjoy exclusive keyed access to “The Close,” a private and serene park space.

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1289 Lexington

The 18-story, 61-residence limestone-clad tower provides grand proportions, oversized closets, bay windows, soaring ceiling heights, and an entire floor devoted to top-tier amenities such as a multi-media music room, library with study pods, fun-filled playroom, top-of-the-line fitness room and more!  

True to the hallmark quality of Zeckendorf Development, 1289 offers spacious residences ranging from two- to five-bedrooms that maximize common elements without compromising personal luxuries.  Also included, a large and elegant lounge with a catering kitchen and a rooftop terrace with fireside seating. 

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151 West 21st Street PH2

With a 400-sq.ft. fully irrigated terrace and two additional balconies, the indoor/outdoor living vibes are endless. Imagine growing a garden/herb area or throwing a summer soirée with hors d'oeuvres and rosé from your private space above the city. Hosting opportunities are encouraged as the custom bar made from reclaimed wine barrels is a staple – with two built-in full-sized wine refrigerators, a refrigerator drawer, and a freezer drawer for plenty of cocktail and beverage storage.

The primary suite offers a to-die-for boutique style dressing room with a limestone island and custom wardrobe and shoe shelving units. The bathroom is outfitted with Calcutta marble, a steam shower, soaking tub and frameless glass shower. The two additional en-suite bedrooms enjoy large walk-in closets and baths.

At the heart of the home, find a gorgeous celebrity-chef designed kitchen, boasting a Caesarstone island with Poggenpohl cabinetry and high-end appliances to round it out. Right off the kitchen, direct access to a breakfast balcony and the formal dining space and an expansive living room is held.

151 West 21st Street PH2 is listed for $7.250 million by Rachel Koenig with Compass.

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Inside a $35,000,000 FLOATING Mansion With Ryan Serhant

This week Ryan Serhant, shows us The most expensive. Listing in Naples, FL costs $35,000,000 and is floating!!! I hear Naples, Florida is a hot market for Real Estate all the time. See more of this amazing video below.

$35,000,000 could never be this crazy in New York City real estate! It's one thing marvel at the luxury of these insane mansions, and another to marvel at the crazy engineering that keeps them up...or in this case afloat!! Would you live on floating mansion if it looked like this?

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Off The Market: Six-Bedroom, 7,100-Square-Foot Townhome Closes for $12.95M in the UES

Just sold and off the market t.his 7,100-square-foot neo-classical single-family townhome traded hands back in June for $12,995,000. There is ample space in this six-bedroom, seven-bathroom home, plus the charm has been maintained even after extensive renovations. Robert Dankner, president of Prime Manhattan Residential was the listing Broker.

This grand house has eight wood burning fireplaces, soaring ceiling heights, natural light from both the North and South and features walnut flooring, a gorgeous range of custom materials and finishes, and skillfully restored original details.

As you enter the garden level, you are greeted by a formal entryway as well as a large less formal reception room/mud room. The eat-in kitchen delights and offers ample space and functionality. In addition to the vast counter space and center Island with Brazilian White Macaubas countertops, there are two sinks and appliances by Sub Zero & Wolf.

The parlor floor features 12’ ceilings, beautiful light and two salons with vast open and airy space. The south salon has beautifully restored original oak walls and floors as well as a wood burning fireplace. The north salon also has a wood burning fireplace and features a sitting room directly off the main living space.

The entire second floor is the sumptuous master suite with a south facing chamber with beautiful natural light. The closet space has three massive walk-ins and two accessory closets. The master bath is an oasis featuring tatelak walls, custom stone radiant heated floors, double wide windowed shower, a vintage soaking tub and separate water closet.

The third floor has two large bedrooms, both of which have en-suite baths and fireplaces, plus the north facing bedroom also has a beautiful patio. The fourth floor also has two large bedrooms with en-suite baths, while the south facing bedroom has a wood burning fireplace. The ceiling heights on this floor are 11’ and there are several skylights, one of which streams natural light to the stairwell below.

From the fourth floor there is a staircase that leads up to the roof top that features sweeping city and Central Park views.

Lastly, the cellar level has a large family room/playroom with radiant heated poured concrete floors, stone wall accents, a secondary kitchen, laundry room and more storage — ideal to any New Yorker.

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What $1,650 Gets you In Prospect Park Brooklyn?

Ever wonder how much rent is in Brooklyn? Or what you can get for $1,650? Today we follow Youtuber Elena Taber as she she’s exactly that.

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Brown Harris Stevens Expands to Fire Island with Top Agent Glenn Rice

Glenn Rice. Photo Credit: Brown Harris Stevens

Brown Harris Stevens, is expanding to Fire Island with the addition of top agent Glenn Rice. For more than 23 years, Mr. Rice has worked at some of New York City’s largest real estate firms before launching his own independent brokerage service. He has lived and worked on Fire Island for the past four years.

“Fire Island is a natural extension of our Hamptons operation because as oceanside, largely seasonal communities, they both cater to similar buyers, sellers, renters, and lifestyles,” said Executive Sales Director Robert Nelson who oversees Brown Harris Stevens’ Hamptons sales offices alongside Philip O’Connell. “Glenn has the local knowledge and vast network to provide an exceptional real estate experience across Fire Island’s many unique locations.”

While Mr. Rice will be based out of The Pines, Brown Harris Stevens plans to bring on more agents in various towns across the approximately 32-miles long barrier island.

“I am thrilled to bring the Brown Harris Stevens brand to Fire Island where there is a real need for an established real estate company with local, national, and global reach,” said Mr. Rice. “Fire Island is such a welcoming place - and I believe undervalued as far as real estate goes. Homes right on the beach are a fraction of what you’d pay on the mainland and points east.”

Brown Harris Stevens’ expansion to Fire Island comes on the heels of the firm’s new Rhinebeck office opening  in New York’s Hudson Valley.

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Ready To Move: $5.75M Lakefront Compound Hits Market with Boat, ATVs & Fully-Furnished Inside-Out

Looking for the perfect move-in ready home? This completely turn-key $5.75M lakefront compound on nearly six acres in Middlebury, CT, (90 minutes from NYC) is being sold fully-furnished and thoroughly decked out, including a double decker pontoon boat with slide, ATVs, firepit and much more.

The compound is located at and 1 Bristol Road Middlebury, Connecticut and listed by Brown Harris Stevens agent Jill S. Sloane.

Stunning, turn-key, waterfront compound on 5.94 acres! Exceptionally rare opportunity to own an estate on Lake Quassapaug being sold with all furnishings inside and out, a double-decker pontoon boat, and much more to make this an incredibly easy move. Built by Beaver Mountain Log Homes of NY, there are 7 structures. The main residence; a 2 bedroom guest house; pool house w kitchenette & full bath; boathouse w office, 3 car garage w guest room, full bath, cigar and wine room; two story barn w full bath & loft; heated & cooled dog house w dog run.

Main house features open living for easy entertaining, soaring vaulted ceilings & large windows to enjoy the incredible view. The chefs’ kitchen has a large island, top of the line appliances, & side by side dining area. The primary bedroom is conveniently on the main level w full bath, walk-in closet and sliding doors to the covered rear porch. On the upper floor, there are 4 additional generously sized bedrooms, 2 full baths, an office/sitting room and loft space.

The lower level boasts a media room, wet bar, rec room, full bath and 2 laundry rooms. The outdoor entertaining space has a Gunite infinity pool and spa and a covered rear porch overlooking the lake.

There are patios, stonewalls, professionally landscaped gardens, and large dock for boating, fishing, swimming all at your own private lakeside lodge!

You are just 90 minutes from NYC. This is a property you have to see to believe-words cannot describe all it has to offer!

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Tips For Curating Art for Your Luxury Apartment

There are few things in a young adult's life that scream "luxury" more than living in an apartment in New York City with fine art. Someday, you might move on from your seventeenth-floor flat with happy memories in tow, but your artwork will always come with you.

It’s becoming the latest design must-have as well. According to Yelp's 2022 Home Trend Forecast Report, there was an increase of 181% for art installation search terms, indicating a shift toward creativity and self-expression in interior design.

Meanwhile, Sotheby's 2021 Historic Year In Review saw a 78% expansion into the 40-and-under demographic — a new trend for art market audiences. However, despite its importance to home design, art is often an afterthought for many people.

For those who prefer the finer things in life, it may be best to reconsider your stance on incorporating visually-pleasing pieces into your space. Here are five tips for curating art for your luxury apartment.

1. Choose Your Mood

Anybody with a Pinterest account knows the addiction of pinning design inspiration for your dream home — what starts as a few minutes to pass the time ends up being hours later.

Creating a separate board for art is an excellent way to discover your preferences, especially since the first step to curation is uncovering what feeling you want to elicit in each room. Do you want to create a bright and sunny mood, a relaxing sensation or something dramatic?

Maybe you have an affinity for color or wild prints to pop against a white wall or neutral furniture, creating an adventurous vibe. On the other hand, you might prefer your artwork to blend into the space or to make a gallery wall for a more organized atmosphere.

Figuring out the mood you want to convey is essential before selecting paintings and sculptures to fill the space. Studies show art promotes the aesthetic-emotional experience, activating the self-rewarding nature of the brain and stimulating pleasure, health and well-being.

2. Start Small

Filling your rooms with large paintings and ornate sculptures can overwhelm your senses. Each piece will fight for attention and the whole area will feel a chaotic mix of designs.

Start small and look for ways to utilize artwork to brighten overlooked areas in your apartment. You might be surprised by the massive impact smaller pieces can have. Additionally, acquiring your collection one piece at a time allows you to uncover your artistic tastes while experimenting with ways to fill awkward corners and spaces with visual intrigue.

You can find bronze sculptures for sale here or through an online search, plus plenty of painting selections. Be sure to mix up your mediums not only to avoid monotony but also to help you discover what impresses you.

3. Be Particular

Art curation can be overwhelming when you’re beginning your collection. Going piece by piece is a gentler approach to becoming an art enthusiast, but being selective about your choices is also critical. You might risk a massive design faux pas if you purchase all of your art at once.

Purchasing your first work of art is the stepping stone to creating an immaculate collection for your luxury apartment. Your first piece may be an obvious choice for you, so build off that painting, print or sculpture to shape the rest of your art design.

Figuring out how to illuminate what you acquire is just as important — particularly in dark areas where it might get lost. Consider the finishes and decide what sort of lighting works best. For instance, framed acrylic paintings, watercolors and photographs may require LED lights to prevent glare and shine from the glass.

“In a luxury apartment, the frame should work with the artwork, the lighting, and the room rather than compete with them. At Woodman Frames, our framing services NYC approach considers glazing, matting, frame profile, and preservation together, helping collectors display fine art, photography, and works on paper in a way that feels intentional within the interior.” - Tal, Woodman Frames.

4. Budget

Art can be expensive — and as a young adult just starting to source art, you might be seeing dollar signs everywhere.

Any art collector will agree you don't have to fill your apartment with rare paintings from renowned artists and break the bank. Set aside a budget for your art collection and determine what you can currently afford. Wanting to add unique pieces to your space is understandable, but affordable alternatives are usually available.

For example, limited edition prints are original artwork an artist sells for a specific time in small batches. If you’re all about having something unique, try finding a few artists you love and research the next time they’ll be doing a limited run.

5. Buy Commissioned Art

The art sales market has increased 17% after a significant drop during the pandemic — and while there's been an uptick of 5.3 million more transactions since 2020, it's still below pre-pandemic figures.

Artists rely on collectors to earn an income. As such, commissioning your first significant piece may do two things — allow you to include a fully-personalized, unique work that stands out and support struggling artists.

Commissions are more accessible than ever as more independent artists find their way to online and mobile sales platforms, reaching broader audiences and deepening connections with art collectors. If an artist is open for commissions, inquire about their prices and what kind of piece you would like.

Surround Yourself With Beautiful Art at Home

Learning how to curate your art collection for your luxury apartment can tie together a design that speaks to your personality and passions. It also helps you create a beautiful space that feels like an art museum, heightening the atmosphere of daily life and any events you hold.

Use these tips to determine the best way to fill your home with art that speaks to your tastes and accentuates your living space.

Author

Evelyn Long is the editor-in-chief of Renovated. Her real estate work has been published by the National Association of REALTORS®, Rental Housing Journal, and other online publications.

Our Favorite Listing For The Week: With Views of Empire State Building

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Madison House Residence 58A | $13,950,000

This 3,391 square foot four-bedroom, four and a half-bath residence opens into an elegant entry foyer, leading to a living and dining room encased with 10-foot tall windows with North, East and West views. Gachot-designed custom rift-cut cabinetry accentuates the open kitchen, with a honed Calacatta Borghini marble waterfall island and backsplash. Gaggenau appliances including a cooktop, combi-steam oven, convection double oven, refrigerator, and wine refrigerator outfit the kitchen. White oak 5-inch plank floors and 9-foot solid walnut doors are featured throughout the residence.

A private vestibule separates the living area from the primary bedroom suite, creating a sense of privacy. A chic walk-in closet designed by DDC with functionality and durability in mind, features reflective smoked glass, custom shelving and integrated LED lighting. The en suite master bath offers honed Bianco Dolomiti marble on the walls as well as floors, which are heated, with a custom Gachot-designed vanity and mirror. Platinum matte Dornbracht fixtures accentuate the vanity, Kaldewei tubs and Durivit toilet. A striking powder room with honed Calacatta Nuevo and Absolute black marble walls complemented by a Gachot-designed custom vanity with Dornbracht fixtures is situated thoughtfully off the entry foyer.

In the heart of stylish NoMad, Madison House offers unsurpassed panoramic views of New York City, where every residence has a corner window and 11-foot ceilings or higher. With architecture by Handel and interiors by Gachot, these homes start 150 feet in the air and soar to over 800 feet. Extraordinary views are forever in style.

Madison House offers a double-height attended lobby and 30,000 square feet of amenities. These include a spa with 75-foot lap pool, cold plunge, hot tub, steam room, sauna, and treatment room. A 2nd floor 2,800 square foot roof garden. 5th floor double height Gachot-designed private lounge and bar, 14-seat private dining room with a demonstration and catering kitchen, conference room, card room and reading room. State-of-the-art exercise room, separate yoga room, and 6th floor sports lounge with a golf simulator, billiards table and children’s playroom. One-to four bedroom residences in the heart of the stylish NoMad design district.

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96+Broadway, Launches Sales of Residences In Upper West Side

Sales have launched at 96+Broadway, the much-anticipated Upper West Side luxury condominium building situated on 250 West 96th Street, between Riverside Park and Central Park. Developed by JVP Management, a private real estate development and investment firm, and designed by NYC-based Danish designer Thomas Juul-Hansen, 96+Broadway delivers chic sophistication and timeless design—combined with a suite of premium amenities designed for modern living—to an iconic city intersection that is being redefined for generations of New Yorkers, both new and established. The 23-story building features a diverse mix of 131 skillfully-crafted residences ranging from one- to five-bedroom layouts with pricing starting at $1.395 million for a one bedroom.

“As a long-time Upper Westsider myself, this project was very personal. In fact, my family will live in the building when it is completed,” says the developer, Van Nguyen of JVP Management. “In taking on this project, we saw a truly unique opportunity to help define a prominent corner of the Upper West Side. Guided by the experience of living in New York, we wanted to develop a building which meets future residents’ needs while adding to and improving on the rich history and environment of the neighborhood.”

Achieving a balanced aesthetic that celebrates an iconic neighborhood, Juul-Hansen’s design for 96+Broadway incorporates elegant Jura gray limestone imported from sustainable German stone producer Franken-Schotter—a nod to the Upper West Side’s penchant for spectacular limestone Beaux Arts structures. Generous loft-like windows and staggered terraces create a sophisticated grid pattern paired with the limestone, ushering the past into the present through clean, modern lines that are accentuated by burnished bronze-finished framing. Inside, the building’s monumental lobby features soaring 20-foot ceilings, oversized windows that invite plenty of natural light inward, as well as a ground-level courtyard where residents can lounge outdoors. A centerpiece of the lobby is a striking welcome desk that was carved out of a monolithic block of Silver Travertine, emphasizing Juul-Hansen’s dedication to exquisite quality in his design.

Organic materials become a focal point in each home with open-plan living rooms that display extra-wide, 7.5-inch European white oak flooring and lead out into Juliet balconies or terraces with arched, custom-designed, bronze-finished balusters in select residences. Kitchens are defined by Italian-crafted solid oak cabinets and drawers with exposed dovetail joinery and earthy desert quartzite slab kitchen countertops and islands, as well as equipped with Sub-Zero Wolf appliances. Primary bathrooms are finished in heated herringbone-patterned Truffle White marble flooring and feature a Waterworks soaking tub (and fittings) enveloped by Bianco Dolomiti marble, which also extends its cladding to the walls and floor.

In addition to spacious, refined homes, 96+Broadway will offer an impressive indoor and outdoor amenities package with comprehensive wellness features. At basement level, a grand 75-foot saltwater pool features wall-to-ceiling geometric Hemlock wood paneling and travertine floors for a sauna-inspired experience; while an invigorating spa suite creates moments for indulgence and self-care without having to step outside of the building. For those who prefer an adrenaline rush, 96+Broadway will offer a fully-equipped fitness center and Pilates room as well as a regulation squash court with basketball hoop. Both the indoor pool and fully-equipped fitness center open to a sunken terrace, which allows natural light into the space. To complete the indoor amenities offerings, a children’s playroom and separate entertainment lounge provide spaces for residents of all ages to kick back and relax, while a music room furnished with guitars, a grand piano, keyboard, and electronic drumset facilitates any burgeoning musician—protecting the sanctity of peace and quiet for the rest of the family. Outdoors, an elegantly landscaped rooftop terrace boasts stunning views of the New York skyline and the Hudson River. Atop the expansive terrace, residents can enjoy a truly unique offering: an exclusive outdoor cinema that presents ample opportunities for entertaining along with cozy lounge seating and an outdoor kitchen with multiple adjacent dining areas.

Compass Development Marketing Group is the exclusive sales and marketing agent for 96+Broadway.

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"Selling the Hamptons" star Bianca D'Alessio Hosts Hamptons 30th Birthday Soiree At Parrish Art Museum

“Selling The Hamptons” TV star Bianca D’Alessio just celebrated her 30th birthday with a lavish soiree in the Parrish Art Museum in the Hamptons. The real estate star danced through the night with family, friends, fellow cast members, power brokers and Nest Seekers International CEO, Eddie Shapiro. Camera crews were spotted at the lavish event, as filming for Season 2 of the show is underway.

Photo’s courtesy of @captured_bynico

Bianca and her team, The Masters Division, had a lot of other successes to celebrate in addition to her milestone birthday, including recent record-breaking real estate deals they’ve achieved in New York City. The iconic Herzog & de Meuron Architects-designed venue in Water Mill was the perfect backdrop for special evening, which featured unique touches throughout - a Vintage Rose Hamptons Tap Truck, signature cocktails, light bites and passed canapes, music by DJ Aiden Jude, a lineup of enchanting cabaret and burlesque-inspired performances by dancers from The Box, cake by Master Sweets, a candy cart by The Candy Anchor and “Selling The Hamptons” beach bag essentials/takeaways.

Guests include fellow cast members and colleagues including Mia Calabrese (who was also celebrating her birthday!), J.B. Andreassi, Michael Fulfree, Kenny Arias, Peggy Zabakolas, Justin Mezzatesta and other tastemakers including founder of retail brand Island To East Side, Christina Carmona, dental influencer and founder of Maison BE luxury dental studio, Dr. Bridget Glazarov and more.

ODA Brings Signature Fractal Design to Billionaire’s Row

Yesterday, Construction has just started at 126 East 57th street, a project designed by architect ODA, with interiors designed by Gabellini Sheppard and developed by owner MRR 1326 LLC, a company owned by Anand Mahindra and Real Estate Developers Rotem Rosen and Zahi Hagag.

The site spans the width of a city block from 56th to 57th street, with a plan to erect a 175,000 SF tower. Almost all units would have private outdoor terraces, pixelating the cast-in-place concrete façade with projections and recesses. The residential entrance is planned to be on 57th street, bringing residents through a copper mirrored gateway into a 6-story tall atrium with views to a lushly landscaped courtyard. A gallery will lead residents to the lobby and access to the 28-story residential tower. An alternate entrance to the lobby would be through a porte cochere at 56th street for car drop off.

"This building brings a human scale, playfulness and visual interest to this upscale corridor of 57th Street,” Said Eran Chen, Founder and Executive Director of ODA. “As New York City slowly transforms Midtown East to a residential destination, we strive to offer a contemporary outlook for the taste makers and young professional buyers who value high design."

The unique footprint and layouts allowed ODA to prioritize multiple amenity experiences, a sprinkling of interconnected and intimate moments throughout the building, that will give residents a variety of spaces to relax and explore just a stone's throw from their front door. This ecosystem is designed to foster community in the building, enriching the resident experience.

The extravagant amenity package is planned to begin on the two sublevels, which will include an exercise room, sports court, indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam rooms. The 2nd floor is planned to have an intimate private lounge and kitchen offering residents an alternative study or work space, connected to a cozy furnished courtyard complete with an outdoor kid’s playground, a communal greenhouse and an outdoor cinema amphitheater overlooking the main entrance.

The 11th floor will offer a 3,350 square foot party room with prep kitchen meant for socializing and entertaining with access to a large, covered terrace with bar and private cabanas. The penthouse units on the 28th floor will have access to their own roof terraces through private interior stairs. The roof’s communal amenity terrace will give the building’s residents space to sunbathe and grill.

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5 Compromises You Should Never Make in an Apartment Search

Finding a new apartment is rarely an easy experience in NYC and almost no one finds one that ticks off all their boxes. If you have a mile-long wish list and can’t find the perfect place, it may be time to adjust your expectations.

Real estate in the city is hard to come by, so you might need to make a few sacrifices to find something you can live with. However, just because you need to let go of a few of your wish list items doesn’t mean you need to throw all your standards out the window.

If you adjust your expectations too far, you may end up with a source of extreme frustration. When searching for the perfect place, avoid compromising on these five items.

1. Your Budget

You only want to wiggle in your budget by coming in under your estimate. Before getting serious about your apartment search, sit down with your finances and decide on a hard number you don’t want to exceed per month.

Remember you may have other monthly fees associated with your living situation like utilities, insurance, parking or fees to use amenities.Of course, this is easier said than done in a real estate market where rents are rising and competition is heated. As of this summer, only 23% of New Yorkers can afford to pay the median rent price, and qualified applicants are queuing for available units in many neighborhoods.

In this scenario, the best move is to get a good picture of current rent prices and decide on your limit from there. This will give you time to think through your other expenses and make cuts to accommodate as needed. You’ll still go in with a plan to manage your total costs, and that helps.

2. Viewing the Exact Unit

You’ve found a perfect place online. It checks off everything on your wishlist and seems like a steal. You ask the landlord for a tour, but they tell you that one isn’t ready to move in yet. They can show you a similar unit in the meantime.

Sometimes deals seem too good to be true for a reason.

Steer clear of situations like this and avoid signing a lease for an apartment you haven’t walked through before. You could end up saddled with a unit in poor condition or utterly different from the one you toured. If you can’t see the apartment you want to rent, it may be better to walk away.

3. Proximity to Essentials

Location is everything, and it’s important to be realistic about what is important to you in a neighborhood. You’ll want to find an apartment close to your personal essentials. Are you a gym enthusiast or a Thai food addict? Look for space in a building nearby as many of your desires.

At the very least, you’ll want to be able to pick up pantry staples close by and do your laundry if machines aren’t available in your building. Being able to walk to a grocer or at least take a short subway trip will save you from lugging bags back and forth whenever you’re looking to cook.

You may need to compromise slightly when it comes to the wants on your list, but decide on the necessities you can’t live without and don’t wiggle on them.

4. Basic Amenities

Amenities can significantly increase the cost to rent in a particular building. While some are nice to have, you may be able to scale back on extras like in-house dry cleaning or a coffee cart. Weed through your list and sort them into “Nice to Have,” “Really Want” and “Must Have”.

After sorting, you should have a short list with just a few items you aren’t willing to negotiate. Perhaps you can let go of needing air conditioning, but a working elevator is necessary.

You should also check that basic appliances are included in the rental agreement, such as a stove, refrigerator and microwave. In-unit or in-building laundry is also a necessity if you don’t relish walking your laundry to a laundromat once a week.

5. Condition 

A good landlord knows the lobby is their first opportunity to make a lasting impression, so looking around can tell you a lot about the long-term maintenance of the building. If the entry is filthy and appears in disrepair, you can probably expect a similar lack in the rest of the building.

On the other hand, well-maintained communal spaces are a possible sign of a landlord who pays excellent care and attention to their facility.

Likewise, you want to find a unit that’s in good condition. If major repairs need to be made, walk away or get the landlord’s promise in writing to complete them in a timely manner.

Trust Your Gut While Searching for Apartments

Knowing where and when to compromise is challenging, as is the NYC market. However, you need to know what you are and aren’t willing to live with. Establishing what you refuse to compromise on will help you as you start your search.

Hiring an apartment broker can save you time in your search and help you find the right fit for you without making too many compromises on essential items.

Author

Evelyn Long is the editor-in-chief of Renovated. Her real estate work has been published by the National Association of REALTORS®, Rental Housing Journal, and other online publications.

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Homes With The Best New Commute, The Ferry

As offices and restaurants begin to reopen, many New Yorkers are starting to plot their future commutes, dreading the crowded subway they used to hop on without a second thought and imagining a better way to travel. One transportation alternative that comes to mind for many is the ferry: a breezy, open-air commute that takes less time than the subway, car or bike, and provides ample space (not to mention iconic skyline views!) along the way. 

QUAY TOWER (Brooklyn Heights)

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Situated right on the Brooklyn Heights waterfront, mere steps from the ferry stop at Pier 6, Quay Tower – the record-setting condo tower – couldn't be any closer to the ferry. Residents enjoy an easy, breezy open-air commute to FiDi and Midtown. Proximity to the ferry has been a major selling point for the development. Even the building's penthouse buyer, who just closed on his home for $20M+, the most expensive home sale in Brooklyn history, was lured to Quay Tower by the ease of a ferry commute. With architecture by ODA's Eran Chen and cool, California-modernist interiors by AD100 firm Marmol Radziner, Quay Tower offers a serene indoor/outdoor lifestyle that's inspired by surrounding Brooklyn Bridge Park. Homes start at $1.675M for a two-bedroom. 

FRONT & YORK (DUMBO)

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Located in Brooklyn’s dynamic waterfront neighborhood of DUMBO, Front & York positions residents within minutes of the Financial District via the ferry, a brief and scenic open-air commute across the East River that takes only four minutes. The ferry offers numerous departure and arrival times throughout rush hour each day, making the commute an absolute breeze. Front & York residents can enjoy the quick walk to the terminal from the development, which has been designed with double-wide sidewalks to prioritize pedestrians. Designed inside and out by Morris Adjmi, Front & York offers spacious homes with unobstructed views of the iconic Manhattan skyline and an unprecedented amenity-rich lifestyle, including a private park and a co-working lounge for residents looking for a balance between working from their apartment and going into the office.

AVORA AT PORT IMPERIAL (Weehawken)

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Situated on the Hudson River waterfront at Weehawken’s Port Imperial, Avora is a luxury residential oasis enveloped in breathtaking views, natural light and beautiful, fresh air. Developed by Landsea Homes – a leading international homebuilding and development company sought across the United States, Europe and Asia for its high-performance, high-quality homes – Avora is a LEED silver certified development that combines 184 one- to three-bedroom residences with an incredible array of resort-style amenities paired with immediate access to Manhattan to offer the ultimate Gold Coast lifestyle. The building is located right at the Port Imperial ferry stop. Many residents in the building travel to and from the city via ferry.

ELLIPSE (Newport)

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Located on the waterfront of Jersey City’s thriving Newport neighborhood and designed by internationally-acclaimed design firm Arquitectonica, Ellipse has upped the ante for luxury living in Jersey City, with spacious waterfront homes and Manhattan-style amenities. For those commuting into Manhattan but looking for an alternative to the PATH, Newport provides easy access to the NY Waterway into Midtown Manhattan, an enjoyable commute in the fresh outdoor air. Residents of Ellipse are moments from several ferry stops: the Hoboken Terminal, accessed via a scenic walk along the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway, as well as the Paulus Hook terminal. NY Waterway also announced last year that ferry service will resume between Manhattan and Newport in the future as well, making for even more options and an even easier commute from Ellipse.

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