Our Favorite Listing: Two private terraces at legendary One Fifth Avenue

This week we are taking a look at One Fifth Avenue, 18EF a A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own the views of this pristine Penthouse with two private terraces at legendary One Fifth Avenue. Upon arrival, sweeping southern views greet you through oversized panoramic windows, while stepping onto the terraces, stunning city views take your breath away: to the south from majestic Washington Square Park expanding beyond the Freedom Tower, to the north showcasing the Empire State Building and boasting impressive views as far as the eye can see!

Photo Credit: Tom Grimes for Sotheby’s International Realty

Photo Credit: Tom Grimes for Sotheby’s International Realty

Currently set up as an oversized 1 bedroom with 2 baths it can easily be reverted to 2 bedrooms. Its light- flooded loft space with southern and western exposures comprises a sprawling living-dining area with several accesses to the terraces, an oversized bar-sitting chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, and an intimate master suite with direct views and entrance to the decked terrace.

Photo’s by Tom Grimes for Sotheby’s International Realty

Upon arrival, sweeping southern views greet you through oversized panoramic windows, while stepping onto the terraces, stunning city views take your breath away: to the south from majestic Washington Square Park expanding beyond the Freedom Tower, to the north showcasing the Empire State Building and boasting impressive views as far as the eye can see!

Embracing the architectural sensibility of the landmark Art Deco building, this loft-like unit was recently fully reimagined and redesigned for contemporary luxury living: its flowing open floor plan combined with its spectacular views generate an inspiring backdrop ideally connected to the city’s most artistic and creative neighborhood. Meticulously renovated with highest standards of finishes and attention to details, this stylish residence is in move-in condition.

Martine D. Capdevielle and Brigitte Goldenberg at Sotheby’s International Realty are the listing agents.

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One Prospect Park West Sells Park Slope's Most Expensive Condo

While the pandemic may have pressed pause on sales of trophy penthouses in Manhattan, a new Brooklyn development is leading the charge with a record-setting sale, renewing confidence in the luxury market in the land of the brownstone.

One Prospect Park West, the historic Knights of Columbus clubhouse-turned-luxury-condo in Park Slope that launched sales about 60 days ago, just put into contract the most expensive condo...in Park Slope history.

credit: Binyan Studio

credit: Binyan Studio

Asking $6.5 million, the penthouse home is not only the most expensive home on the market in the neighborhood, but also, at $2,000/square foot, the most expensive home to ever go into contract in Park Slope. With four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a 1,500-square-foot private terrace, the penthouse represents the kind of home buyers are searching for today: enough space for everyone to relax/work/learn from home, private outdoor space, mere steps from a park, and -- of course -- located in Brooklyn. This impressive sale is a strong sign for the borough during the pandemic, in a time when the city’s luxury market has significantly cooled.

Since launching sales this summer, One Prospect Park West has attracted positive interest from the market and racked up a number of deals across a variety of price points. In addition to the penthouse, Residences 3B and 2K also went into contract in October, which were listed for $2.75M and $1.8M, respectively. Buyers are snapping up the building's spacious homes that offer immediate access to Prospect Park, unprecedented skyline views and timeless design.

One Prospect Park West is the first residential development to feature interiors by WORKSTEAD, the renowned Brooklyn-based design firm, and is a rare new condominium located directly on Prospect Park. Originally built by the Knights of Columbus in 1925, the 10-story building served as a lavish hotel and club for members, replete with a ballroom, restaurant, bowling alley, billiards’ hall, indoor swimming pool, club rooms and council chambers. The building is being developed by Sugar Hill Capital Partners.

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Cohabs The Belgium Coliving Company's 1st US House Opens in Brooklyn Next Month

The Cohabs community in Brussels, which has 488 co-living bedrooms occupied, made it through the pandemic together and now the company plans to do the same in NYC. Their first building in the US will open in Crown Heights Brooklyn this November and they have two more are on the way in 2021 in Harlem, near Columbia and in East Williamsburg respectively.

The first building will be divided into two 7 bedroom houses, with two communal kitchens and two communal living rooms in addition to having a rooftop, gym, storage space, laundry and garden.

The growing global brand, which exemplifies the future of urban living, is coming to New York City with three beautiful and fully furnished houses opening in the next year. Rent begins at $1160 and leases range from three months, to six months, to one year. This first 6,000 square foot, 14-unit community driven space will play host to monthly events, intimate breakfasts and dinners for tenants with the goal of cultivating a strong and dynamic community between cohabitants, while safety is top of mind. Cohabs’ mission is to create a global community through an extraordinary shared living experience and in addition to a life changing mobile app. The demographic of Cohabs overseas is 21-35 year old, single expats and locals alike, who are willing to experiment with coliving and who share similar values, whether it’s growing their food organically, or composting waste.

Unsure about a co-living space in the time of COVID? Rest assure all staff members will be masked and daily temperature checks for employees will take place. Proper air filtration systems are currently in place. The move-in process has been adapted with reinforced sanitary and safety measures. Every Cohabs member will receive a washable face mask to use in communal spaces. And Cohabs goes the extra mile by providing a doctor's hotline for added support and peace of mind.

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Our Favorite Halloween Collaboration Apothic Wine Halloween At Home With Sarah Michelle Gellar

Halloween is looking a little different this year, so to help celebrate at home, Sarah Michelle Gellar teamed up with Apothic Wine to bring the mischief inside through a virtual one-of-a-kind experience.

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"I've always been a fan of Apothic wine. I love how smooth their blends are and drawn in by how the wines challenge convention," said Sarah Michelle Gellar. "Creating this journey together has been so much fun—I've actually spooked myself at times. Like everyone else, I'll be celebrating Halloween at home this year. Now, I feel connected to everyone who will be watching and experiencing their own Apothic adventure."

An Evening of Intrigue: Choose Your Apothic Journey is a virtual one-of-a-kind experience that promises a night that's anything but ordinary and guides rebel wine lovers through a mysterious adventure, narrated by Sarah Michelle Gellar. Not for the faint of heart, each element of the experience will ignite curiosity and result in the discovery of the perfect Apothic wine for those who dare to take the journey.

Try for yourself through to this link to have a night that’s anything but ordinary.

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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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Sutton Place

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WHERE: 333 East 57th Street, Apt 15B

SIZE: 3 Beds | 4 Baths

COST: $2,750,000

About: An elegant sophisticated 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms home is filled with sunlight and expansive city views of the North, South and East. The semiprivate landing leads to a spacious foyer, living room which features a wood burning fire place, formal dining room and Chef’s kitchen. The 3 bedrooms are located on the east wing – all bedrooms are ample size and include full en-suite bathrooms and walk-in closets.

The spacious eat-in kitchen is a chef’s dream with oversized window, excellent light, and equipped with designer appliances including 6 range Viking gas stove, Gaggenau dishwasher and a Sub-zero fridge.

The building was the home of the author Edgar Lawrence Doctorow from 2000 till his death in 2015, he was inducted into the New York State Writers Hall of Fame in 2012. Designed in 1926 by the architectural firm Cox and Holden, in collaboration with the premier Café Society interior designer Dorothy Draper, 333 East 57th Street is a highly revered white-glove cooperative known for its graceful proportions and intelligent layouts.

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Nomad

WHERE: 130 West 30th Street, Apartment #17A

SIZE: 2 Beds | 2 Baths

COST: $3,895,000

About:  This high-floor condominium home is perched above the bustle, overlooking Midtown to the North, Hudson Yards to the West, and Nomad to the East.

Enter from your semi-private landing into this beautifully renovated, and meticulously maintained, 2256 square-foot, two-bedroom, 2.5 bath property that could easily convert to three bedrooms. This voluminous loft enjoys wide-open city views and show-stopping sunlight, 10' ceilings, wide-plank hardwood floors, LED recessed lighting, custom-built-ins, a/v sound wiring throughout, and outside-venting washer/dryer. Truly, a dream apartment. Features include spacious entry with powder room, 37-foot long great room with open floor-plan living/dining/kitchen ideal for entertaining, and a window-wall of open views. Perfect for live/work, the apartment features a private study/office with oversized pocket door, and a second custom build home office area with window views.

A true Chef's kitchen you can delight in with a Miele package of double ovens, and dishwasher, a Sub-Zero package of double freezer-drawers, refrigerator, and wine cooler, custom lacquer cabinets, a 14-foot Marble-clad freestanding island, large walk-in pantry closet, and hammered stainless steel backsplash.

The massive corner bedroom suite features double exposures to the North and East, while a windowed dressing room features custom pearwood millwork, fitted closets and a limestone bath. The second bedroom has been customized with oak cabinetry, with an inviting en-suite bath and additional built-in corner office.

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Little Italy

WHERE:  136 Baxter Street, Unit 5B/6B

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Photo credit: DDReps

SIZE: 2 Bedroom | 2.5 Bath

COST: $2,695,000

About: German model Katrin Thormann, who has appeared in Vogue and WWD and other top women's and fashion magazines, and her husband Nick Gavin, a nationally ranked agent at Compass, have listed her Lower Manhattan duplex 136 Baxter Street, a historic building commonly referred to as The Machinery Exchange that once served as a horse stable for the renowned Police Building. 

Understated luxury loft living in the coolest downtown location. Loft 5B/6B is the only duplex of it’s kind in the building. The two-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom unit perfectly blends old world charm with modern minimalist elegance. It spans 1,601 square feet and boosts pined beamed ceilings and exposed brick walls, architectural columns, and whitewashed oak floors. 

136 Baxter Street, also known as The Machinery Exchange, is a former horse stable for the famed Police Building and located at the crossroads of Soho, Nolita and Chinatown. A boutique condominium with only 12 apartments, there is a sense of privacy and exclusivity. This 1915 building is meticulously maintained by a full time resident manager who accepts packages, features a 24-hour virtual doorman and a deeded storage cage included in the sale.

Nick Gavin and Josh Doyle of Compass represent the listing. 

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Take A Look At Thomas Heatherwick's Lantern House

Last week new photography of Thomas Heatherwick's first residential project in North America, Lantern House were revealed.  Designed by Carlos Mota. The photographs provide a first look inside Thomas Heatherwick's striking project nearing completion along the High Line in West Chelsea, and reveal for the first time what the bay windows that line the project's exterior look like from the inside. 

Credit: Colin Miller

Credit: Colin Miller

Named for its interpretation of the modern bay window, Lantern House is a response to the neighborhood’s maritime warehouses and pairs hand-laid antiqued grey brickwork with industrial metal detailing and a dramatic reinvention of the bay window lining the textured grid exteriors of Lantern House’s two buildings. Uniquely crafted to take advantage of its location, Lantern House includes a 22-story west building and a 10-story east building, joined by a dramatic glass lobby pavilion draped under the High Line.

For the home, Carlos Mota took inspiration from Lantern House's unique architecture, and filled the home with bold furniture and vibrant colors and textures, invigorating the home with energy and character. Carlos took inspiration from an eclectic mix of new and old, pulling ideas and inspiration from multiple eras and designers and furnished the home with a diverse mix of custom, vintage and new pieces sourced from Miami, Paris and New York City. 

Lantern House’s windows are immediately iconic and impacted how Carlos approached the interior design for the home tremendously from color selection to specific furniture pieces and wallpaper selection. The bay windows get even better from the inside with the amount of light, the architecture, and how it frames the outside. The bay windows fill the home with a ton of character and bring the energy of New York City inside.

Lantern House features one- to four-bedroom residences, many with private setback terraces, and an assortment of expansive penthouses. Pricing starts at $1.625 million to approximately $17 million. Related Sales LLC and Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group are the exclusive marketing and sales agents for the development. Occupancy is slated for fourth quarter 2020. The sales gallery is located at 153 10th Avenue

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Morris Adjmi-Designed Condo Förena Tops Off

Landsea Homes – a California-based homebuilding company that designs and builds best-in-class homes and sustainable master-planned communities in some of the nation’s most desirable markets – in partnership with DNA Development, a privately held real estate investment and development company, has officially topped off at Förena, their 12-story boutique condominium development designed by Morris Adjmi Architects located at 540 Sixth Avenue.

Jed Lowry of Landsea Homes, Alexander Sachs and David Berger of DNA Development, and John Gomes of Douglas Elliman’s Eklund|Gomes team along with the Förena sales team

Jed Lowry of Landsea Homes, Alexander Sachs and David Berger of DNA Development, and John Gomes of Douglas Elliman’s Eklund|Gomes team along with the Förena sales team

The developers recently came together with the Eklund|Gomes team and Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, the exclusive sales and marketing agent for Förena, and the team from Morris Adjmi Architects to commemorate this important milestone, as the striking modern building comes to life, enlivening the northeast corner of 14th Street and 6th Avenue. Once complete, the building will introduce 50 well-appointed residences comprised of one-, two- and three-bedroom homes, many with private outdoor space, along with landscaped shared courtyard and rooftop amenities.

“To put it simply: We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate this milestone at Förena. Our teams have gone above and beyond, in spite of the unique challenges faced earlier this year, to advance this exceptional, high-quality development that will transform the streetscape and introduce an exceptional new residential offering,” said Jed Lowry, Division Vice President, Landsea Homes, New York Metro Division.

“We are excited to see our collective vision come to fruition at Förena,” said Alexander Sachs, Partner at DNA Development along with David Berger.” Once complete, Förena will introduce a truly best-in-class property at the nexus of Greenwich Village, Union Square and Chelsea.”

Landsea Homes also recently announced plans to merge with LF Capital Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: LFAC), which would make Landsea a public company in the fourth quarter of 2020.

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Your First Look At Parker West

We are excited to share with you the exclusive official first look at Parker West, at 214 West 72nd Street. This is a 22-story boutique condominium with 18 homes designed for low-density living. Developed by CBSK / Brooklyn Standard (a collaborative of SK Development, CB Developers and Brooklyn Standard Properties) and designed by GRADE New York. 

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credit: Depict

Parker West features a collection of 18 studio to three bedroom residences and a complete amenity package, with a primary focus on full-floor two-and three-bedroom homes. Starting prices for a three bedroom that can be converted to a gracious two bedroom is $2.825M.

Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group is the exclusive sales and marketing agency for the building. Select homes will feature private outdoor space and amenities include a stunning roof terrace and expansive river and city views. There is a fitness center, bicycle storage, and an outdoor children’s playscape, which is ideal for distanced playdates.

Some of the team’s most notable projects include 40 Gansevoort Street, 10 Bond Street, The Urban Glass House, and 363 Lafayette Street. 

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Fashionable Home Trends are Making a Comeback in 2021

By Kiley Morrow

Attention Stuck-At-Home New Yorkers: Are You Bored with Your Space? - Here are Fashionable Home Trends Making a Comeback

Home trends in 2021 are throwing it way back. Back to when flappers reined and glitz and glamour lined the streets of NYC. Fortunately for bored homeowners and retro lovers, vintage inspired decor is making a major comeback. This time around, nobody cares if your decor perfectly matches the decade; instead, the real concern is if you're able to make these looks suit modern furniture and sensibilities.

Here are the top fashionable home trends to bring NYC’s old school character and glamour into your home in 2021.

What Is Retro? What is Vintage?

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We're going to be focusing on these two terms, so it's essential to know the difference between them.  Retro is a stylistic choice.  This idea could mean the product was made this year, or it could tell it was made twenty years ago.  Retro things mostly care about appearance, and it didn't matter when they were made, just that they give off the look of a specific older era.

Vintage, on the other hand, focuses on furniture and items that are from bygone eras.  These were constructed when they were still popular and modern styles, and larger or more detailed products rarely last long enough to become vintage.

Both of these are making a massive comeback in 2020, and not in just one way!  The main eras that are in focus right now are the 1920s and 1970s!

Retro vintage decoration.

Retro vintage is a combination of the two and is a popular look to combine for the 1970s aesthetic.  When combined, most looks for this look purposefully faded with time.  Its pale ochres, muted tones in wallpapers, and furniture keep the same styles of the era in fabric.  This effect can be harder for the vivid colors of the 70s, but using the familiar shapes and hues that were popular then can pull it through.

Chic vintage decoration.

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This look works better for the 1920s, although it can still work for the 1970s as long as you’re willing to put some work into maintaining it.  Chic is an elegant and stylish fashion term that’s often applied to clothing before anything else.  For the 1920s, that means leaning into the theatrical beautiful sleek lines of the era: tall, slender furniture, slick dark wood or tile flooring, and gold and other metals accents.

Industrial vintage decoration.

This style works for either era- and shows a side of them we aren't often presented in the media.  The great depression was at the tail end of the 20s and forced a lot of design and fashion to move to strict minimalism and industrial styles for many Americans.  In the 70s, there was also an economic crisis that changed style and set up the world for bright colors when money became more comfortable in the 80s.  These decor styles would be essential, minimal, and may encourage less rather than more.

Eclectic vintage decoration.

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Eclectic vintage in modern times leans towards the farmhouse look.  In 2020, many people turned to lifestyles like cottagecore that helped them be at peace with the world being out of control.  This style meant baking more bread, enjoying more time outside in their yards, and growing foods from home to avoid going to stores as often.  In 2021 this style is going to evolve some into the interior design of some houses.  Expect a slight farmhouse look to come into play, lots of gingham and cute cluttered rooms of things that make the owners smile.

Shabby vintage decoration.

This style can be fun!  It looks its best when you have retro and vintage pieces mixed, and can allow your home to feel a little bit of the industrial vintage style without having to go so far on the minimalism side.  Shop around for furniture that matches what you like; you can compare Lovesac to different couch brands and find a style that suits your tastes or stop by one of NYC’s many weekly flea markets.  Shabby doesn't mean wrong or ruffed up furniture, just that you have some vintage looks mixed with modern.

Vintage dining room.

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A vintage dining room is probably both the easiest and most expensive type of space to achieve.  This style is easy to buy, offering you the chance to layout gorgeous placemats, dishes, silverware, glasses, and furniture to catch the eye.  These vintage pieces are the easiest to find because they never really go out of style, and families took care of them the longest.  Look for details that have design features you enjoy, along with the ability to be used if that's your aim.  You can find gorgeous older tables, but if you want to save money, go for one with a little wear and tear and refinish it.

Vintage decoration.

Vintage decoration isn't for year-round use.  This idea will help highlight the look of your home in 2021.  It would help if you aimed to make the holidays special, using the decor to make your home stand out more and seem festive.  Classic Christmas ornaments, Hanukkah decor, and Halloween fun can be found on sites like Etsy and eBay.  If you aren't sure you want to invest in these or are scared you'll break them, you can buy inexpensive remakes, so if they get shattered, they're only a couple years old instead of fifty or a hundred.

2021 is going to be a year of trying to bounce back and giving ourselves everything we deserve.  It's been a rough year, and the world is hoping that the next one will be easier.  If the retro and vintage looks aren't what you want for your home, don't worry!  It's never a wrong choice to decorate your house in a way that makes you happy.  Find your style, and don't let go!  Just make sure to stick to one theme to avoid clutter, and have fun with it.

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Gene Simmons Lists Veberly Hills Home

KISS frontman Gene Simmons is listing his estate of nearly 40 years. Gene Simmons ' palatial estate is available for the first time ever. Situated on two acres on the coveted tennis court row of Benedict Canyon, lies this incredible one of a kind 16,000 square-foot mansion. This special property has a long list of owners that include some of Hollywood's greatest. 7 bedrooms, 60 foot water slide, parking for 35 cars, professional size tennis court and 40 foot entry foyer, are just a few of the amazing features on the property. This rock star estate can now be yours.

The property will be listed by Douglas Elliman’s Josh and Matt Altman.

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This special property has a long list of owners that include some of Hollywood's greatest. 7 bedrooms, 60 foot water slide, parking for 35 cars, professional size tennis court and 40 foot entry foyer, are just a few of the amazing features on the property. This rock star estate can now be yours.

Take A Look At The Upper West Side's Vandewater

Located in one of New York City's most vibrant and intellectually lively neighborhoods, Vandewater offers residences ranging from studios to four bedrooms. Designed inside and out by the celebrated INC Architecture & Design, the building is a fresh representation of the local classical neo-gothic architecture of Morningside Heights, reflecting the neighborhood’s contemporary academic atmosphere and architectural traditions. Now, Vandewater has just revealed a first look inside the 33-story tower: a stunning home also designed by INC Architecture & Design.

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The interior of the residence is an extension of the building's facade with a palette that is mature, high contrast and natural with hints of calming colors. The space is casual and sophisticated, yet instilled with warmth through a careful curation of art and accessories. The children's bedrooms are subdued, yet whimsical. Art from Tapppan Collective and Chairish grace the walls. Products from the likes of Eny Lee Park and Anony can also be found throughout the space.

Every home at Vandewater features oversized inswing casement windows, stained white oak hardwood floors and custom pewter door hardware throughout. The state-of-the-art kitchens feature custom light oak cabinetry with pewter hardware, honed quartzite countertops and backsplashes, and honed Brown Antique granite island countertops. Vertically oriented Windsor cream marble walls and floor tile and custom pewter fixtures and accessories outfit the serene and custom-crafted master bathrooms.

In addition to its stunning interiors, Vandewater boasts 24,000 square feet of programmed indoor and outdoor space, including intimate private gardens designed by Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates. Sales are currently underway at the building, with prices ranging from $940,000 to $6,000,000. The building is slated for completion in 2021.

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