Cheap Upgrades That Will Increase Your Home’s Value

When you want to increase the value of your home, thinking of how expensive it could become can be intimidating. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be stressful, and better yet, it doesn’t have to be expensive. You can upgrade the value of your home in a number of easy ways. A few inexpensive additions can make all the difference. Start the process by reading this list of cheap upgrades that will increase your home’s value.

Paint Your Kitchen Cabinets

If your kitchen cabinets are aged or looking a bit rough, it’s easy to consider complete replacements. However, adding brand-new cabinetry can get very expensive. Consider another option such as simply giving your existing cabinets a new paint job. Adding a couple new coats of paint to your cabinets can do wonders. It will give your kitchen a cleaner, more modern look. New grey shaker cabinets will give your kitchen a modern feel.

Update Cabinet Handles

Take a close look at all the handles on the different cabinets throughout your house. If they happen to look old or even a bit generic, consider swapping them out for some new ones with a nice shine. You can find inexpensive yet quality-looking replacement handles at many home improvement retailers.

Add New Outlet and Light Switch Plates

Your outlet and light switch plates can quickly get extremely dirty and worn out, considering how often you come into contact with them. When these start to look really worn, it can give the impression that the whole outlet as well as the other electrics in the house might not be in great shape. When you replace the plates with brand-new, clean-looking ones, it gives off a whole new impression. It looks more appealing and confirms that the outlets are more likely to be safe.

Add a Closet or Wardrobe to Any Room

You can enhance the quality of any room by adding either a freestanding wardrobe or a closet. When you add these, it turns what might seem like a plain, empty room only fit to be an office into a space that could also be another bedroom or a den. If you go the closet route, consider looking up some DIY methods.

Add More Seating Space to Your Patio

This is one of the best cheap upgrades that will increase your home’s value. Adding a seating or dining area onto your patio will not only look more appealing, but also make it seem like there’s more space. There are many other easy ways to upgrade your patio on a budget. Consider adding other attractive items that could create an inviting ambience, such as rugs, lights, and plants.

Homes You Need To Make Appointments For This Weekend

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you should make an appointment for this weekend. 

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Greenwich Village

WHERE: 126 West 11th Street #51

SIZE: 2 Beds | 1 Baths

COST: $1,875,000

About: One of the most coveted apartments in the building, residence #51 at the Unadilla is a glorious and sun-drenched 2-bedroom home with a dining room and open rooftop views in the heart of the West Village. Prewar charm pervades every room of this fabulous and meticulously detailed home.

The centerpiece of this apartment is a bright, East-facing oversized living room with beautiful wainscoting and enough room to accommodate a generous home office area. A separate windowed dining room lies directly adjacent and features a built-in storage banquette and original wood cabinetry with pass-through kitchen just beyond. With corner Eastern and Northern exposures, the eat-in kitchen is appointed with all stainless steel appliances, an oversized ceramic farmer’s sink and even a vented washer/dryer.

On the opposite side of the apartment there is an enormous master bedroom with both Northern and Southern exposures and fabulous tree-top views of West 12th Street below. The second bedroom is accessible off of the hallway or by way of the master and faces East, and there is a beautiful windowed bathroom with excellent storage and an extra-deep soaking tub.

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Flatiron

WHERE: 22 West 15th Street 14C/15C

SIZE: 1 Beds | 1 Baths

COST: $1,545,000

About:  198 Washington Park presents a golden opportunity to own a MAGNIFICENT Gilded Age Victorian mansion and update it for the modern age. A 33-foot wide, 8,500 square foot brownstone right on Fort Greene Park, 198 Washington Park offers almost unimaginable space and luxury in Fort Greene's most desirable location.

As soon as you walk through the parlor entrance you are struck by the grandiose proportions of the central staircase, the soaring 15-foot ceilings, and the enormous parlors - there are three of them. Original details, particularly the multiple fireplace mantles (there are a dozen fireplaces!), well-preserved wooden door frames, the built-in mirrors and exquisite banisters harken back to the Golden Age of brownstone construction, at the peak of the Italianate and Greek revival building periods in what was then Brooklyn's wealthiest neighborhood. This home has eleven bedrooms and five bathrooms. And then there is the garden, nearly 1,000 square feet of it; to call this outdoor space an oasis would be an understatement. The 2,000+ square foot cellar is so large that it could host a lap pool, extensive gym, media center, and a wine cellar - together.

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West Village

WHERE:  164 Bank Street #9A

SIZE: 3 Bedroom | 2 Bath

COST: $1,495,000

About:  This boutique condo next to Hudson River Park has a keyed elevator to the door of 9A which opens to a light, bright and newly renovated home. The beautiful new open kitchen has waterfall stone counter tops, pristine white gloss cabinets and stainless appliances. The Bosch five-burner gas cook top and oven hold center court on the kitchen island flanked by double-deep soft-close drawers. Gleaming new stainless fridge, sink and dishwasher keep the aesthetic streamlined. Counter seating provides a work-from-home perch and deftly conceals built-in shelving on the opposite side of the island.

South and west exposures bathe the the living area in light and sliding doors open to the sun-soaked balcony. Views of West Village rooftops stretch to the Hudson River and the Statue of Liberty in the distance. Off the hall to the bedroom is a brand new bathroom wrapped in white gloss subway tile, grounded by a marble floor, and accented with matte black Kohler fixtures, adding an elegant and classic touch. The north and west-facing bedroom is large enough for a king-sized bed, has a double closet and offers stunning sunsets over the Hudson River.

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John Tozzi Lists 50 United Nations Plaza Home

John Tozzi, President and CEO of Cambridge Investments Limited has listed his home at 50 UN Plaza, 27A for $6,450,000 with Douglas Elliman’s Carol Staab. 

Tozzi, who lives in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is also selling parcels of a property in the area amounting to 580 acres. He is also selling his $85 million home in Marin County, California. 

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50 UN Plaza, 27A is a private tranquil three bedroom/three bathroom residence with 11’ ceilings and sweeping corner views. 

Perfect for an art collector, the home offers endless wall space as soon as you enter the foyer – please see attached for the artwork that the owner currently has on display. 

The formal dining room with its large bay window has two pocket doors – one opens into the living room and the other into the kitchen. There are solid white oak floors, custom hand-crafted hardware and finishes of natural stones of the highest quality throughout. 

The sleek contemporary kitchen is outfitted with Poliform lacquer cabinetry , honed black granite countertops  and top of the line appliances from Miele  including a five burner cooktop, two wall ovens plus a warming oven. There is a Subzero custom refrigerator and wine chiller as well as a Bosch washer and dryer. 

The library with its south facing bay windows double as a guest bedroom and is fitted out with a set of custom Murphy beds. 

The bathroom in the owner’s bedroom suite features a soaking tub, white heated floors, and a vanity top and bath are surrounded by Sivec marble. The vanity is teak from Poliform, the fitting are Donbracht and there is a large glass enclosed spa shower as well as a separate water closet with a bidet. 

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Real Estate Moves: Naftali Group Promotes David Hochfelder to CIO

The Benson

On the heels of launching sales at The Benson – Madison Avenue’s first new condominium on the Upper East Side in 20 years – privately-held global real estate and investment firm Naftali Group is pleased to announce the promotion of David Hochfelder. Appointed to Chief Investments Officer from Executive Vice President of Acquisitions, Hochfelder will play an integral role in leading, identifying and securing opportunities that will continue to define Naftali’s expanding New York and national portfolio.

As CIO, Mr. Hochfelder will be responsible for all investments for the company including sourcing, structuring and execution. Additionally, he’ll be recruiting new investors and managing existing investor relations. A finance expert by trade, Hochfelder has been critical in the investment of more than $6 billion of real estate acquisitions throughout his career. Prior to joining Naftali Group, Hochfelder worked at RFR Holding, The City Investment Fund and The Lightstone Group.

Known for leading some of the most significant developments and landmark restorations in New York City, Naftali is focused on expanding its residential portfolio in the New York region. The firm is currently developing three buildings on the Upper East Side. In addition to The Benson, Naftali’s other residential projects include a building at 1165 Madison Avenue that will transform a prime corner at the 86th Street intersection and a new starchitect-designed tower by Robert A.M. Stern at 200 East 83rd Street.

Earlier this summer, Naftali acquired 470 Kent Avenue, one of the last and largest developable sites on the Williamsburg waterfront, for $102.38 million. This purchase is the largest land transaction recorded since the city’s shutdown earlier this year. 

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Erik Conover The World's Most Watched Agent Joins Nest Seekers

Nest Seekers International just announced the addition of Erik Conover, the most followed agent on YouTube in the world, to the brokerage. This latest addition is another move on Nest Seekers' part to expand their media empire and reach into the luxury market.

CEO Eddie Shapiro has long known Erik Conover to be ahead of his time, resourceful, and someone who can deliver content and results in the digital age. The decision to bring Erik into the brokerage was a natural progression and a collision of passion and capabilities. Nest Seekers’ expertise in the luxury market and worldwide reach collided with Erik’s worldwide persona as both an agent and YouTube star with nearly 1.5 million subscribers.

Erik’s extremely successful YouTube channel that has garnered over 111 million views since inception. His “Luxury Listings” series has 26 episodes that boast a total of over 64 million views, making each episode average 2.47 million views. Luckily for Nest Seekers, those views translate to deals, as Erik has been a part of hundreds of millions in sales indirectly from his tours.

The team is launching specific programs and shows positioned to create massive exposure to Developers and Development projects in New York City, The Hamptons, Miami, Los Angeles, and London as well as High-End properties in those regions and more. Erik spent the past few years building a well targeted loyal audience of buyers and sellers and general real estate lovers. The first two shows are called "ICONS", which will give an inside look at the most luxurious properties in the World and the second "LEGACY" showcasing prominent development projects and the most prolific developers who envision and construct them.

“We are thrilled to welcome Erik into the Nest Seekers family. He has amassed an incredibly large audience and viewership with his YouTube channel and his “Luxury Listings” series. He’s really tapped into a new innovative way to market and brand yourself and has created a massive following along the way. His talent in understanding brands, marketing and creating the highest quality of real estate content as well as selling homes will be a huge asset and great addition to the family.” said Eddie Shapiro, Founding President and CEO of Nest Seekers International.

Erik Conover said that “Joining Nest Seekers is a great honor and privilege. Eddie is one of the most hardworking and tenacious people I’ve met in the real estate business. His experience, and vision of building and empowering great talent and brands within the firm as well his expansive knowledge of luxury and ultra-luxury markets makes this the greatest opportunity. I’m happy to have found my new home in the Nest Seekers family and am even more excited about what’s to come. We have so many great plans and we are executing around the clock.”

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See Inside NYC's Largest Private Club, 100k SF, by David Rockwell

GID Development Group is celebrating the opening of one of New York City's largest indoor private amenity spaces, the Waterline Club. Designed by award-winning architecture and design firm Rockwell Group, the incredible space spans 100,000 square feet (three entire floors) and is home to the first indoor skate park and first indoor regulation size tennis court in a residential development.

Located inside Waterline Square -- the starchitect-designed, three-building luxury residential development located on Manhattan's Upper West Side by Rafael Viñoly, KPF and Richard Meier & Partners -- the sprawling Waterline Club is the most extraordinary and comprehensive private amenities club in New York City. Designed by Rockwell Group, the massive Waterline Club connects all three towers below the development's public park and boasts nearly 30 different types of best-in-class sports, fitness, creative and leisure spaces that cater to residents of all ages. Spaces include a squash court, 30-foot rock climbing wall, full-court basketball court, indoor soccer field, 25-meter pool, art studio, music and recording studio, indoor gardening studio, 4,600-square-foot children’s indoor playroom designed by award-winning children's museum designer Roto Group, and much more.

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Using Drones for Beautiful Online Listings

Using Drones for Beautiful Online ListingsWhen it comes to technology, one innovation that has become increasingly widespread is the use of drones. So much so that the global drone market size is projected to reach $8 billion by 2027, with at least a 25% year-over-year growth starting this year. The biggest reason for this is how drones have gone from being a niche hobby to a popular pastime amongst the general public.The current drones and drone cameras on the market enable dynamic cinematography due to most models having a 20mp camera. The use of a drone now goes far beyond simply taking videos and photos for personal use, as they are frequently used in surveillance, logistics, climate science, filmmaking, and now even real estate. Whether it’s residential or commercial property listings, drones can provide potential buyers with gorgeous images and videos for a more compelling sale.Here’s how you can use drones for online listings.

Of course, one of the basic pictures that real estate realtors need to take to market their property is the estate itself. For this, drones make the best cameraman. Not only is the technology good enough to take high-quality images with (so potential buyers can zoom into them to see the smallest details), but their aerial mobility also gives them the advantage of overhead views. As such, if your property has amenities like pools or a large backyard, drones can capture those in a single shot.

Location mapping

Aside from showing off the beauty of your entire property, drones can fly a bit higher and zoom out for an overview of the surrounding area. It’s an extra hook for potential buyers who ask for things like nearby restaurants, the nearest train station, or surrounding parks. They will be able to get a good idea of the area without the need to visit, saving everyone time and money. You can also use the images to point out the above locations, giving them a better sense of the distances from the property. For those in Canada, you can use drdrone.ca or a similar website to look into drones that will allow you to map locations via aerial shots.

360-degree panoramas

The 360-degree panorama is a type of shot that’s taken in one location by rotating and tilting the camera. The result is a dynamic photo that you can scroll around and view like a rotating globe. The drone can be used for both exterior and interior shots. For the exterior shots, the drone is placed over the property and captures its surroundings. For interior shots the drone is placed in the middle of a room to take a panoramic shot of the entire area. A 360-degree interior shot will give a much more accurate look at a room compared to a traditional photo.

Dynamic virtual tours

]In a time when venturing out into the streets poses some health risks, virtual tours have become increasingly popular among realtors. “It gives you a feel for the place. How big it is, what’s the layout,” said Bartek Drozdz, cofounder of virtual tour business Kuula in an interview. While they can be created using 3D modeling software, this doesn’t encompass the real nature of the property. To this end, tours conducted with drones have better potential to attract buyers. This can be done via a long video tour from start to finish, or a separate 360-degree panorama of every floor and room.

Drone regulationsHearing all that, you must be eager to try out drone photography for yourself. However, there are rules and regulations that you have to follow. For example, before you can pilot a drone, you must be a licensed drone pilot first. This involves taking a piloting test issued by the Federal Aviation Administration. You’re also not allowed to fly drones over state parks, infrastructure, and unsafe locations like construction sites. There may be more restrictions, depending on your city. This is why property sellers often employ the services of professional drone companies, instead of conducting their own flights.Overall, drone photography can make your listings a lot more appealing, from providing quality photos to enabling video tours. You just have to be aware of the policies and local ordinances to avoid legal mishaps.If you’re ready to open your property for an open house, register it here on Off The Mrkt.

Our Favorite Listing: A Home Once Lived By Kate WInslet And More

This week our favorite listing is  451 West 21st Street, an elegant single-family townhouse that Kate Winslet once called home. Located on a pristine tree-lined seminary block, and boasting 4,425 square feet of interior space spanning 5 floors plus an additional 1,950 square feet of exterior space. This home is currently configured as a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom in addition to a media/home theater room, a gym, a stunning garden, and terrace, as well as a beautifully landscaped roof-deck with an outdoor shower., The home includes an expansive open kitchen, airy living and dining room, wood-burning fireplaces in both the primary bedroom and sumptuous bath with a sink that belonged to Cary Grant. A media/home theater room and gym are just a few of the additional features.

Photo Credit: Brown Harris Stevens

Upon entering this home, you will find a beautifully detailed arch inviting you into the warm and spacious open kitchen. Fitted with top-of-the-line appliances and oversized counter/cooking space, this kitchen provides for the perfect blend of living and hosting. A charming breakfast nook is located just beside the kitchen with massive windows looking onto the lovely front garden.

On the home's parlor level, you will also find a large dining area, a bright and airy living room with a wood-burning fireplace, and wide-plank hardwood flooring throughout. A quaint terrace is located just off the living room with steps leading down to the spectacular garden.

A beautiful dark wood staircase will lead you to the home's third (primary) floor. Boasting over 12' ceiling heights and 2 wood burning fireplaces, this primary floor is truly spectacular. A large pass-through closet and dressing room connects the light-filled primary bedroom and oversized master bath. The fourth and fifth floor include 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a media/entertainment room and a den, which can easily be configured into 4 additional bedrooms between both floors.

To top it all off, this home features a breathtaking landscaped and furnished rooftop with spectacular views, an outdoor shower, and completely private! A full kitchen and in-home gym are located in the garden level of this home with access to the charming garden. Just steps away from the Highline, Chelsea Market, Chelsea Piers, Avenues School, and Hudson Yards the perfect location for anyone. Fabulous restaurants, shops, and incredible art galleries are all located nearby and minutes away.

Listed for $6,995,000, and represented by Chris Poore and Eyal Dagan of Brown Harris Stevens.

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Homes You Need To Make Appointments For This Weekend

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you should make an appointment for this weekend. 

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Gramercy Park

WHERE: 260 Park Avenue South, Apt 4H

SIZE: 2 Beds | 3.5 Baths

COST: $2,425,000

About: Move right in to this spacious 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home in one of Flatiron’s most coveted pre-war condominiums. A gracious foyer leads to a loft-like living/dining room with 3 oversized windows overlooking 21st Street. The dining area features a custom built-in bar with glass shelving to showcase your glassware and beautiful lacquered wood cabinets for additional storage. The open chef’s kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances from Viking and Sub-Zero, Calcutta marble countertops, and a garbage disposal. A breakfast bar provides ample storage and space for barstool seating.

The loft-like split bedroom layout offers unparalleled privacy. The primary bedroom suite is spacious enough to accommodate a king sized bed with plenty of room to spare. It has large closets and an ensuite spa-like Travertine marble bath with double sinks, an oversized soaking tub, and separate rain head shower. The second bedroom is also generously sized and features its own ensuite bath.

The home has been pre-wired for a smart home system that controls the lighting, sound and televisions. With a powder room, wine refrigerator with capacity for over 500 bottles, in-wall speakers in the living room, a washer/dryer, 12 ft. ceilings, through-wall A/C’s in every room, and custom outfitted closets, this home is suited for your every need.

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Fort Green

WHERE: 198 Washington Park

SIZE: 2 Beds | 3.5 Baths

COST: $6,500,000

About:  198 Washington Park presents a golden opportunity to own a MAGNIFICENT Gilded Age Victorian mansion and update it for the modern age. A 33-foot wide, 8,500 square foot brownstone right on Fort Greene Park, 198 Washington Park offers almost unimaginable space and luxury in Fort Greene's most desirable location.

As soon as you walk through the parlor entrance you are struck by the grandiose proportions of the central staircase, the soaring 15-foot ceilings, and the enormous parlors - there are three of them. Original details, particularly the multiple fireplace mantles (there are a dozen fireplaces!), well-preserved wooden door frames, the built-in mirrors and exquisite banisters harken back to the Golden Age of brownstone construction, at the peak of the Italianate and Greek revival building periods in what was then Brooklyn's wealthiest neighborhood. This home has eleven bedrooms and five bathrooms. And then there is the garden, nearly 1,000 square feet of it; to call this outdoor space an oasis would be an understatement. The 2,000+ square foot cellar is so large that it could host a lap pool, extensive gym, media center, and a wine cellar - together.

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NoHo

WHERE:  10 Bleecker Street, Unit 2F

SIZE: 3 Bedroom | 2 Bath

COST: $3,395,000

About:  A renovated corner loft at 10 Bleecker Street, a boutique loft cooperative located in one of the most sought- after neighborhoods in Manhattan. The open chef's kitchen overlooks both the the living and dining areas and is accented by a massive island clad in marble, a stunning mosaic backsplash and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances including an island cook top, wine fridge, and separate wall oven.

The living room is flooded with sunlight and features an eye-catching ethanol stone fireplace. The three bedrooms feature abundant storage and are pin drop quiet with views into the serene building courtyard. The two spa-like bathrooms have been renovated with top of the line fixtures and finishes. The building has a super, a virtual doorman system, and video intercom. The entrance, mail room, lobby and hallways were recently renovated. There is also a beautiful common roof deck with furniture and grills and a large bike storage area accessible by elevator.

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Upper East Side

WHERE:   401 East 60th St. Apt. 25A

SIZE: 2 Bed | 2 Bath

COST: $2,250,000

About:   Perched high over the city and the East River on the 25th floor of the luxe Bridge Tower Place Condominium, this spectacular A-line apartment is the best two bedroom layout in the building. With 11 foot ceilings throughout and floor-to-ceiling windows with glorious views of the landmark midtown buildings and the East River, nothing has been overlooked in the first rate renovation by the current owner.

There’s a huge open living room with adjacent dining room, all with spectacular Eastern and Southern light and views galore. Tons of elegant built-ins abound with rich, pristine marble floors. The kitchen has beautiful custom cabinetry, modern appliances and remarkable storage. The second bedroom, now used as a home office/den, is spacious with glorious light and views plus a unique built-in desk with storage and private marble bath. The primary bedroom is enormous with multiple large fitted closets, a built-in dressing table, desk/work area, and other convenient built-ins. The large marble bath completes this suite. There’s a full laundry and every modern convenience.

Built in 1999 with 38 stories, Bridge Tower Place has a full time doorman and concierge, live-in building manager and large staff, state-of-the-art fitness room, children’s playroom, roof terrace for tenants, laundry, bike room, and garage. The building is pet friendly and allows up to 90% financing.

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Carroll Gardens

WHERE:   $848,000

SIZE: 1 Bed | 2 Bath

COST: $848,000

About:   Located in the delightfully boutique style Satori building, this bright and airy loft-like, one bed and two full bath duplex apartment with a private rooftop deck, is the stuff that NYC dreams are made of. Upon entering the unit, you will find yourself stepping into a stunning open concept kitchen, dining and living room area that has plenty of room for a home office. Accented by the incredible oversized windows, the sixteen foot ceiling height welcomes a bountiful feeling of endless space. The newly refinished blonde hardwood flooring enhances the bright and open feel.

The chef's kitchen is equipped with gorgeous caesarstone countertops, Bosch stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, and oven. The oversized bar top is a perfect place to enjoy a fabulous meal anytime of the day. Of course, entertaining will also be easy with abundant space for a large dining room table right off the kitchen. The first level full bathroom has a deep soaking tub to wash all your worries away. The floating staircase with custom lighting lifts you to your spacious bedroom suite, complete with a full bathroom, a large walk-in closet, and brand new washer/dryer. Peacefulness surrounds with a bird's eye view of treetops and skyscapes--a true oasis in the city.

This amazing unit, filled with numerous modern amenities, also has central air/heat and custom window blinds. The piece-de-resistance is your private rooftop deck! At this prime location you are close to the trains, restaurants and specialty shops on Smith and Court street as well as just a few blocks away from Whole Foods. You also have local favorites Pig Beach, Lavender Lake, Royal Palms, and Ample Hills Creamery. If parking is needed, reasonably priced covered spaces are nearby.

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Sales Launch at Hillrose28 in Rose Hill

Last week Forkosh Development Group announced the sales have commenced at Hillrose28, a boutique collection of 43 condominium residences located at the corner of 28th Street and 3rd Avenue. Situated in the heart of the charming Rose Hill neighborhood, the building’s handsome Portuguese limestone facade is a contemporary interpretation of classic New York City architecture, drawing inspiration from the neighboring Empire State Building. 

credit Familiar Control

“We are so proud of all of the hard work that has gone into Hillrose28. The building is already proving to be popular with buyers and will be a valuable asset to the further establishment of the Rose Hill neighborhood,” said Alex Forkosh, founder of Forkosh Development. 

The exterior architecture of Hillrose28, designed by New York-based design firm C3D Architecture, features oversized casement windows with charcoal gray frames that allow each home to be filled with natural light, while also showcasing incredible views of the New York City skyline. 

Rising 20-stories to approximately 200-feet, Hillrose28 offers studio-to-four-bedroom residences and a limited collection of penthouses. Global architecture firm Lemay + Escobar Architecure D.P.C. designed the gracious residential interiors and a full suite of amenities. Notably, many of the residences feature significant private outdoor space. 

Prices for the residences range from approximately just under $1 million to $9.95 million for a four-bedroom full-floor penthouse. Occupancy is anticipated for Spring 2021. For more information, please visit Hillrose28.com. Hillrose28 is exclusively represented by Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group.

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At-home Cocktail pairings for New York Film Festival viewing

For the second year in a row, Campari®, will be the exclusive spirits partner of the New York Film Festival (NYFF), the premier U.S. showcase of the best-in-world cinema presented by Film at Lincoln Center, and the presenting partner of Opening Night, which will feature Steve McQueen’s Lovers Rock.

Negroni Sbagliato

At this year’s festival, Campari will have a presence at three of the festival’s virtual Main Slate screenings including Opening Night, Centerpiece, and Closing Night, with exclusive video content. Campari will also sponsor the highly anticipated world premiere of On The Rocks, directed by Sofia Coppola and starring Bill Murray and Rashida Jones, in addition, to select virtual press conferences and Q&A events.

Since 1963, the New York Film Festival has been a centerpiece of New York’s arts scene: an annual bellwether of the state of cinema that has shaped film culture in the city and beyond. Presented by Film at Lincoln Center, the New York Film Festival highlights the best in world cinema. The festival continues a long-standing tradition of introducing audiences to bold and remarkable works from celebrated filmmakers as well as fresh new talent. Support of the New York Film Festival benefits Film at Lincoln Center in its nonprofit mission to support the art and craft of cinema.

 New York Film Festival Director Eugene Hernandez said, “We are thrilled to be working with Campari once again to elevate our most important event of the season. In a unique year for the festival and for us all, it is so meaningful to continue collaborating with a partner that values our core mission—to support the art of cinema."

Below are 3 movies with the perfect Campari cocktail.

The Human Voice Dir: Pedro Almodóvar 

Tilda Swinton swallows up the screen as a woman traumatized by the end of a relationship in Pedro Almodóvar’s new short film. An impeccably designed yet combustible adaptation of Jean Cocteau’s 1930 play The Human Voice, it marks the Spanish director’s English-language debut.

Drink Pairing: The Classic Negroni

• 1 part (1 oz.) gin

• 1 part (1 oz.) sweet vermouth

• 1 part (1 oz.) Campari

Stir ingredients in a mixing glass with ice, strain into a chilled cocktail glass (or ice-filled double rocks glass) and garnish with orange twist.

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David Byrne’s American Utopia, Dir: Spike Lee 

Spike Lee’s film of David Byrne’s acclaimed Broadway show is an exhilarating record of a seismic theater event as well as a momentous work of cinema in its own right. Both joyous and politically engaged, it’s a reckoning of these dark times through music and togetherness, with a galvanizing rendition of Janelle Monáe’s “Hell You Talmbout” that’s destined to be one of the year’s most talked-about screen moments.

Drink Pairing: The Americano

• 1 part (1 oz.) Campari

• 1 part (1 oz.) sweet vermouth

• Splash of soda

Pour all the ingredients directly into an old-fashioned glass, fill with ice cubes, add a splash of soda water, garnish with orange slice or lemon peel.

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The Truffle Hunters, Dir: Michael Dweck, Gregory Kershaw 

This revelatory, earthy documentary immerses the viewer in the forests of Northern Italy where dogs, accompanied by their elderly and often irascible human owners of modest means, seek the precious white Alba truffle.

Drink Pairing: Negroni Sbagliato 

• 1 part (1 oz, 3cl) Campari

• 1 part (1 oz, 3cl) Red Vermouth

• 1 part (top) Sparkling Wine

Build in a double rocks glass with ice. Garnish with a slice of orange. .

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The Best Materials for Driveways

The driveway is a giant welcome mat for your home. Visitors park their cars on your driveway, so it’s among the first things they’ll see when they stop by. The driveway also gives you a place to put your vehicles, play games, and hang out. The kind of material from which your driveway is made will dictate what you can do on it and how it looks. The best materials for driveways vary depending on what you want your drive to look like and what you need from it.

Concrete

Concrete is the most durable and longest-lasting of the best materials for driveways. When it’s reinforced by steel concrete, it can last for decades. A concrete driveway is versatile, durable, low-maintenance, and cost-friendly in the long term. New stamping techniques make concrete even more versatile. It can be stamped to look like any kind of material and even dyed to match. Finding concrete contractors in Minneapolis for example isn't hard, however, some may offer alternative finishes like an exposed aggregate finish and may offer other services such as creating patios and replacing garage flooring.

Asphalt

Asphalt driveways are popular options in northern U.S. climates, since the material is pliable and can withstand freeze-thaw cycles better than concrete or pavers. The black color of asphalt retains heat, which helps snow melt relatively quickly. One drawback is that it requires regular maintenance; sealing is recommended every three to five years. Fortunately, the maintenance isn’t overly complex, and a DIYer can patch holes themselves.

Brick

Rich colors and varied patterns are what you’ll get with brick. Bricks are similar to pavers, but they’re thicker, stronger, and longer-lasting than gravel or asphalt. A brick driveway looks great, but it’s expensive to install. If installed properly, though, the maintenance costs are minimal, and it should last a lifetime.

Pavers

Paver driveways are among the most expensive and the most beautiful. A paver driveway can provide a big boost to curb appeal; an enormous array of design choices is readily available. Although it's more expensive than some other materials to install, a paver driveway has relatively low long-term maintenance costs, and it can last 30 to 40 years.

With driveway pavers, you have the option to create different patterns and designs, giving your driveway a unique and personalized look. Also, if one paver gets damaged, it can easily be replaced without affecting the rest of the driveway.

Walk Inside 450 Warren in Gowanus

Last week new photos surfaced of 450 Warren, the inaugural New York residential building designed by Brooklyn-based architecture firm SO–IL, who is world-renowned for award-winning site-specific installations, museums, and private homes. 

courtesy of TANKHOUSE

450 Warren just topped out in Gowanus, Brooklyn, and will launch sales next year - the property will feature 18 condominiums, as well as extensive communal and private outdoor space for every residence - especially newsworthy during these times. The property is developed by TANKHOUSE, with exclusive sales and marketing handled by Corcoran New Development, both also Brooklyn-based.

“450 Warren rediscovers essential qualities in new development living spaces, with a focus on light and air, creating dynamic shared spaces and residences with private outdoor space and multiple exposures,” said Sam Alison-Mayne and Sebastian Mendez, partners at TANKHOUSE. “We look forward to revealing more as the project progresses.” 

L-R: Florian Idenburg, SO-IL; Sebastian Mendez, TANKHOUSE; Ted Baab, SO-IL; Karilyn Johanesen, SO-IL; Sam Alison-Mayne, TANKHOUSE; Go-Woon Seo, TANKHOUSE; Courtney Avery, TANKHOUSE; Behzad Amiri, The Corcoran Group.

450 Warren will feature extensive communal and private outdoor space, as well as parking available for residents. The building will also include multiple retail spaces of over 4,000 square feet on the ground floor.

For more information please visit the website at TANKHOUSE and follow our Instagram @450Warren for project updates

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Our Favorite Listing: Views From This Historic $799k Washington Heights Apartment

There’s a lot more to New York City than the Manhattan skyline, and the commanding views of the George Washington Bridge and Hudson River from this Washington Heights apartment won’t let you forget it. This unit, located at 825 West 179th Street Apartment 6C, allows owners to experience the very best of uptown living while enjoying views and sights that will leave New Yorkers in other boroughs feeling left out.

Warburg Realty

The apartment is newly renovated and has two bedrooms and two bathrooms — offering plenty of space. But it’s the glitzy details that really make the unit come to life. There are hardwood floors throughout the apartment, every single inch of the bathrooms is freshly tiled, and the chef’s kitchen has all the bells and whistles, including quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and brand new stainless steel appliances. There’s in-unit laundry, too.

Outside, owners will find that they’re surrounded by a unique, historic neighborhood. The unit is located on the sixth floor of a gorgeous, historical co-op, which was originally built in 1920. Fort Tryon Park, the Cloisters, and the Hudson river pathways are within walking distance, as are numerous shops and cafes — among the best Washington Heights has to offer. And for those who need to get downtown, the 1, A, and C trains are a short walk away, too.

This unit is listed at $799,000 by Samantha Rose Frith, Joel E. Moss, and Kemdi Anosike of Warburg Realty. 

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The Cutest Pumpkin Patch in Midtown & 5 Other Ways to Get a Taste of Fall in NYC

As the weather slowly begins to cool, seasonal menu items are shifting just in time for indoor dining to begin on September 30th.

Below are six spectacular ways to feel the fall spirit in NYC through delicious seasonally driven dishes, drinks and even pumpkin picking to consider.

Photo Courtesy of @UncoverMore

Carnegie Diner & Cafe (205 W. 57th St.) has an urban pumpkin patch in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, perfect for photos with friends or the entire family.  All of the pumpkins on display are available to pick and purchase to celebrate the new fall season. After picking your favorite pumpkin, indulge in the restaurant’s delectable menu offerings.  Carnegie Diner offers all-day breakfast omelettes, pancakes, waffles and French toast in addition to salads, burgers and triple decker sandwiches from 9am - 9pm daily.  Photos of this one-of-a-kind Urban Pumpkin Patch!

Beyond Sushi is a plant-based, health-conscious eatery that celebrates the flavors and beauty of seasonal fare with locations on the Upper East Side (1429 3rd. Ave), West Side (62 W. 56th St), Nolita (215 Mulberry) and Union Square (229 E. 14th St.). Beyond Sushi’s flagship 134 W. 37th St. location is also open for delivery, takeout and will reopen for indoor dining on September 30th. For the fall season, Executive Chef Guy Vaknin added a Butternut Squash Tortellini with brown "butter" sage sauce, "Parmesan", and pine nuts to the Beyond Sushi menu.

Brooklyn Chop House (150 Nassau St.) in FiDi now has a Red Velvet Frose made with mixed berries, Maison Marcel Rose and Maison Marcel French Velvet red wine, making it the perfect Fall addition to their everyday favorites. Patrons can make a reservation via OpenTable on Monday - Sunday from 4pm - 10pm. You'll be warm whether you dine outside under one of the restaurant's six industrial grade heaters or indoors beginning on September 30th.

The beautiful all-season escape atop The Sanctuary HoteI, Haven Rooftop (132 W. 47th St.) is transitioning into fall with new cocktails and desserts. Fall festive cocktails include an Apple Cider Mule and a Green Tea Old Fashioned. Decadent desserts include the Pumpkin Cheesecake with a fresh-baked graham cracker crust and a Chocolate Covered Apple featuring an almond milk chocolate covered apple with marshmallows, caramel sauce and white chocolate shavings. 

Ten Hope Outdoor Garden (10 Hope St.) in Williamsburg now offers a new Autumn Menu with options like Squid Ink Gnocchi in a double cream sauce with mushrooms and Parmesan shaving, Arroser Scallops and juicy 8oz Ten Hope Burgers and Kofta Burgers available on Tuesday - Friday from 5pm-11pm, as well as Saturday and Sunday from 12pm-11pm.

Cooler weather calls for warm and hearty pasta dishes from Nerai (55 E. 54th St.). Indulge in their savory Seafood Orzotto, which features fresh octopus, shrimp, mussels and calamari in a saffron broth, and is sure to warm you up on a chilly day. Dine underneath the restaurant's newly installed electric heat lamps in their outdoor garden or indoors beginning on September 30th.

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