These Homes Have The Most Luxurious Fireplaces You Could Ask This Winter

With snow days and holiday festivities quickly approaching in New York City, buyers are craving the winter season’s hottest amenity: the fireplace. A charming addition to any living space, this desirable feature creates the ideal backdrop for evenings spent bundled up and sipping hot chocolate. We’ve compiled our list of the best luxurious fireplaces you can fin on the market.

301 East 81st Street #PH19

With materials carefully selected for their aesthetic and practical appeal by William Sofield, the AD100 designer known for his glamorous work with Tom Ford and Gucci, Beckford House & Tower were designed for quality and functionality in the heart of New York’s Upper East Side. Priced at $8.5 million, Penthouse 19 at Beckford House, the development’s boutique offering, embodies Sofield’s vision for generous, open living spaces that reinterpret prewar design for modern lifestyles. Stepping into the full-floor, three-bedroom home, there is a gracious entry foyer featuring striking herringbone flooring with an adjoining gallery. The space seamlessly flows into an expansive corner living and dining room with city views to the south and west. This elegant great room is anchored by a spectacular fireplace, where residents can gather during the colder months. Grand ceiling heights and Sofield’s meticulously detailed moldings add drama to the space that’s reminiscent of the Golden Age.

30 Park Place, #PH78B

Located in Tribeca at the corner of Church Street and Park Place, 30 Park Place is the tallest condominium to grace the downtown skyline at 926 feet. Serviced by the Four Seasons Hotel which sits directly below the private residences and designed by celebrated architect, Robert A.M. Stern, the building is home to a sprawling 5,937 square foot duplex penthouse (unit 78B) furnished by Santopietro Interiors. Perched on the 78th floor, the space offers breathtaking views from the 400 square-foot terrace, with sweeping river views, the downtown skyline, New York Harbor and beyond. Complete with double-height loggias and three seating areas, the outdoor terrace is the perfect place for grilling and entertaining company, or watching ships enter and exit the Bay.

A St. Tropez French gas limestone fireplace highlights the sprawling living room with a variety of seating places and is the focal point of the home, while the master bedroom boasts a large entry room and dual marble master bathrooms. Solid oak wood flooring with herringbone pattern line the formal rooms, and there is also an eat-in kitchen nook with a raised ceiling of about 13 feet, Bilotta rift-cut oak kitchen cabinetry, and Gaggenau appliances. Set within the library is a wet bar. The residence also features a private elevator, soaring ceilings, and multiple dramatic exposures that add to the character of the beautifully designed home. The condominium is listed at $25 million.

555 West End Avenue, Unit The Terrace Penthouse

As the crown jewel of 555 West End Avenue, the landmarked Beaux Arts Catholic School that has been transformed into the Upper West Side's most unique condominium, the Terrace Penthouse is the ultimate residential oasis in New York City. Providing the feeling of an expansive private home, this stunning four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath duplex penthouse has private elevator entry and offers 2,200 square feet of interior space and 2,800 square feet of private outdoor space, including a sweeping wraparound terrace and a full-floor rooftop terrace. The home's breathtaking interiors are anchored by a gracious great room featuring a striking double-sided, marble-wrapped gas fireplace. The great room is framed by elegant steel-framed French doors that offer a spectacular vista of the building’s signature landmarked turrets, creating the perfect place to cozy up in front of the fire this winter and enjoy the one-of-a-kind view. The Terrace Penthouse is on the market for $22.5 million. Closings are underway and immediate occupancy is available.

730 Fifth Avenue, 18A

The ultra-luxury and celebrity-beloved hospitality company’s second urban hotel (after Aman Tokyo) and first urban hotel with private residences will occupy the iconic Crown Building at 57th Street and Fifth Avenue, originally built in 1921 by Grand Central Terminal architects Warren & Wetmore and the original home of the Museum of Modern Art. It will have 83 guest rooms and just 22 residences on its uppermost floors, fully serviced by Aman. This 3BR/3.5BA, 3,746-square-foot condominium has been designed by Jean-Michel Gathy of Denniston and features an open layout with a sweeping private outdoor terrace with a 42’ heated pool and Jacuzzi, all with Central Park views. When it’s cold, the interior boasts three glass enclosed fireplaces, including one in the expansive master bedroom suite.

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Design Studio WORKSTEAD Unveils First Residential Development

A 100-year-old building that was once Brooklyn’s hottest destination to see and be seen, and is now being reimagined by two young design darlings with hospitality pedigree—WORKSTEAD and ASH NYC.

Credit: Christian Harder / ASH Staging

One Prospect Park West is an incredible Classical Revival building located directly on Prospect Park that comes complete with an intriguing history. It was built in 1925 by the Knights of Columbus and served as a lavish hotel, clubhouse and hotspot for Park Slope society events for nearly 40 years. Now, the golden era building—which previously boasted eclectic features such as a bowling alley, a ballroom and even an indoor swimming pool—is being converted by developer Sugar Hill Capital Partners and transformed into a collection of luxury residences by WORKSTEAD, the acclaimed design studio behind the Wythe Hotel and Hudson’s Rivertown Lodge, representing the firm’s very first residential development.

This 2,695-square-foot residence includes three bedrooms and three and a half baths, along with a den that opens to a spacious living area with large windows framing views of Prospect Park, and features an array of playful textures and contemporary furnishings.

Offering traditional forms and pre-war inspired details executed through a modern lens, including reclaimed heart-pine floorboards and crafted moldings and paneling, WORKSTEAD's design is attracting a stream of buyers on the hunt for their next home, as evidenced by One Prospect Park West’s spate of recent activity, including the record-breaking sale of the most expensive condominium to ever go into contract in the Park Slope neighborhood.

Residents will have access to an array of luxurious amenities designed by WORKSTEAD. In addition to a basketball court, movement studio, fitness center, spa and library, the building will also feature a rooftop meadow (complete with an apple orchard!) designed by ODA, representing the acclaimed architecture firm's first-ever landscape-only commission.

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Surprising Ways To Allergy-Proof Your Home

A life spent dealing with allergies can be tough, especially when you struggle in your own home. But there are many things you can do to remove potential irritants, making your time there more tolerable. Here are some surprising ways to allergy-proof your home.

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Many potential allergens exist throughout your home. You can control most of them by following some basic steps.

Climate

The first tip is to monitor the temperature and humidity in your home. The ideal range for a home temperature is between 68 and 72 degrees with humidity kept below 50%. Staying within these guidelines will limit the growth and spread of allergens.

Mold

One of the most common varieties of fungi capable of infiltrating the home, mold presents a danger to all who live with it. Closing doors and windows can help control moisture in the home. If there’s a rise in humidity, running a dehumidifier can help lower the risk of mold infestation. Should you suspect that you may have a mold problem, you may wish to order a home mold test kit online just to make sure that this is the case before calling professionals out to remove it so that you are able to safely be in your home again.

Smoking

An insidious habit on its own, smoking can wreak havoc for allergy sufferers. All smoking should be done outside of the home and away from any doors and windows that might allow the clouds of smoke to gain entrance.

Room-Specific

Steps can also be taken to remove allergens from individual rooms. Here are some surprising ways to allergy-proof the different rooms in your home.

Bedroom

The best way to stop allergens thriving your bedroom is to wash your sheets and blankets at least once each week. You should also remove knick-knacks and trinkets from the room that only serve to collect dust. Finally, choose furniture that’s easy to clean to prevent dirt and grime from taking a foothold.

Kitchen

In the kitchen, a vent above the stove is an often-underused tool. It can work wonders for removing allergens. Tossing away expired food can stop the growth of bacteria, and prevent possible infestations of rodents. Regularly clean your cabinets and countertops to prevent dust from gathering, and possibly ending up in, your food.

Living Room

Certain materials will trap allergens, which can make cleaning some furniture nearly impossible. Purchase all wood furniture or seating that is upholstered in leather. Exercise caution when placing potted plants to prevent a mold infestations from the soil’s moisture. Curtains and blinds should be cleaned regularly to prevent dust buildup.

Bathroom

The allergy threat from mold growth in the bathroom should be your number one priority. Install and use an exhaust fan to help remove moisture and humidity. If your bathroom is carpeted, consider removing it; trapped moisture can cause mold to thrive. You can install tile or use a mold-resistant paint to decorate without the risk of allergens.

111 Varick Launches Leasing

A towering 30-story sculpture rising over one of New York City’s most rapidly evolving neighborhoods, 111 Varick offers 100 highly detailed rental apartments with unobstructed skyline and Hudson River views. These studio, one- and two-bedroom luxury homes are enveloped in an undulating precast concrete façade inspired by the industrial heritage of its surroundings, and bringing vibrancy to one of Downtown’s most visible corners.

Courtesy of 111 Varick

Designed by S9 Architecture, the cutting-edge New York-based firm known for blending the industrial and the modern at projects such as Industry City, Empire Stores, DUMBO’s 205 Water Street and Dock72 in the Brooklyn Navy Yard,111 Varick stylishly reinterprets the industrial aesthetic and classic loft architecture of Hudson Square. The gridded pattern of the façade, coupled with industrially-inspired materials such as glass and precast concrete, echo the architectural character of the former manufacturing and printing district.

111 Varick’s interiors, from the lobby to the residences and amenities, are designed by Chris Shao Studio. Chris Shao, a rising interior designer who was featured in Architectural Digest while still in design school, is currently tackling high-end hospitality and residential projects around the world while still just in his 20s.

111 Varick provides residents with a robust amenities and services package including an expansive landscaped rooftop terrace with barbecue, open-air movie theater, and unobstructed views across the Hudson River and dramatic vistas of Downtown and Midtown Manhattan. The building also boasts a fitness center, meditation room, conference room, club lounge with pool table, media center, and children’s playroom. A 24-hour doorman will attend the lobby and every apartment is equipped with a Nest thermostat, Bosch washer and dryer and motorized solar and blackout shades.

Currently under construction, the building's pricing begins at $4,000/month for the studio apartments. Compass Development Marketing Group is the exclusive leasing and marketing agent for 111 Varick.

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What To Get The Man In Your Life This Holiday

You bought everything you wanted on Black Friday, now what do you get for the person who already has everything in fitness, health, and beauty? The person who does yoga in the morning and getting their hair blown at night while sipping green juice at all times. While you may not be thinking clearly, there's actually lots you can get them.

The Wool Car Coat

A modern update in fine fabric from the best Irish and Italian mills in the world. Perfect for a drive or a hike through the mountain this coat will accompany you for just about any reason.

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Phineas Cole Cotton Jersey Jogger

The perfect sweatpant for every day, the ones you’ve worn all year have run it’s the course. Time for the upgrade needed.

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BluMaan: HAIR VOLUME & THICKENING SYSTEM

The Hair Volume & Thickening System was created to help build lightweight volume, high hold, and make any hair type appear naturally thicker! Use Ascend Volume Cream as a pre-styler, it will take your hair to new heights with its volume-boosting effects. Pair it with our versatile Monarch Matte Paste for hairstyles with lightweight and high-hold that will last all day. Great for all hairstyles, especially effective for those with thinner hair.

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Oars + Alps Face Kit

Look well-rested and refreshed with this special kit featuring Face + Eye Cream, the Wake Up Eye Stick and Solid Charcoal Face Wash. Also makes a great gift!

Face + Eye Cream: This hydrating and anti-aging face moisturizer and eye cream uses Aloe Leaf Juice and Vitamin E to fight free radicals, a main culprit of aging, as well as Alpine Caribou Moss to boost elasticity and guard against environmental stressors such as pollution.

Wake Up Eye Stick: Uses caffeine to help de-puff undereye bags and Persian Silk Tree to reduce fine lines and dark circles, as well as brighten and cool.

Solid Charcoal Face Wash: Powerful and portable, this face cleansing stick taps Activated Charcoal exfoliants and other natural ingredients to dissolve deep-down dirt and help fight acne.

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Pacific Shaving Co. Daily Shave Regiment Set

Give the gift of a smooth shave with this three-step shave regimen. Formulated with safe and effective ingredients, the products gently moisturize skin while also soothing irritations and keeping skin looking smooth and supple. Set includes: Bamboo Pre-Shave Scrub, Natural Shaving Cream, Caffeinated After Shave.

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Hommage Age Defense Lotion

Age Defense Lotion: RESCUE is a revolutionary new serum that has powerful actives that work to regenerate and moisturize the skin. The first age defense lotion that is dispersed like a serum and splashed to the face. Gently penetrates the epidermal skin barrier to promote moisture retention and elasticity.

Soft and gentle texture lavishes and builds essential moisture in the skin in order to continuously bring out brightness and leave skin feeling silky and smooth.

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Molly Jones

This luxury brand of CBD confections is now exclusively utilizing Vertosa’s custom-tailored emulsions for their high dose CBD Gumdrops (available in 25 mg and 50 mg doses). Molly Jones’ all-women team, led by Founder Shaina Kerrigan, makes their confections by hand in small batches with natural flavors and organically grown broad-spectrum CBD. Gift boxes featuring fruit forward-flavors are available for nationwide shipping, including the new Lemon-Lavender variety.

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SUTRA

This pitch black Instagram bestie has everything you need to detox. Not only does it taste like an old school hot chocolate, but it's packed full of healthy superfoods to give you a jolt of natural energy and increase your mental focus. We combined Cacao for natural energy, activated charcoal for a deep detox, reishi for increased brain clarity, coconut milk for gut health, cinnamon/cayenne for a metabolism boost, and vanilla/stevia for a touch of sweetness.

$20-$40 Shop Here

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Bella Schneider Beauty

For the friend who wanderlusts, bring the feeling of vacation to them with this Polynesian inspired gift set. The set contains Organic Lychee & Coconut Face + Body Polish to exfoliate the skin, and Coconut Soufflé Cream + Olive Oil to nourish and moisturize. With use of this polish and cream, skin will feel vacationed and renewed.

$95 Shop Here

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 should make an appointment for this week. 

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73-12 35 Avenue, Apartment C4

Credit: Warburg Realty

Located in Jackson Heights, is the largest in the Washington Plaza complex, one of Queens’ marquee co-ops. At 954 square feet of living space, there’s room to stretch out. The kitchen features Frigidaire Gallery appliances, 22 cabinets, and a floor-to-ceiling double pantry. There’s also a dining area that can easily fit as many as eight people — perfect for entertaining. And the whole unit is freshly renovated, giving it a mint-condition feel.

Washington Plaza is one of the most sought-after buildings in Jackson Heights, as it’s near the C line, making a commute into Manhattan a cinch. For prospective owners looking for space and serenity in Queens, this is the perfect space.

This unit is listed for $499,000 by Bill Kowalczuk and Jordan Ku of Warburg Realty.

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475 Park Avenue, Apartment #10C

This oversized, renovated two-bedroom, two-bath home is well-conceived in layout and detail. Its public rooms include a rare corner living and dining room overlooking Park Avenue, while both bedrooms enjoy direct Park Avenue and 58th Street views, respectively. Take in the city through large picture windows, while the apartment features include updated thru-wall HVAC, wide-plank hardwood flooring, extra-high ceilings, abundant storage throughout, from walk-in entry closets, deep custom master bedroom closets with custom millwork and dedicated linen closet.

A well-appointed kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters and ample cabinetry is a delight. Two updated baths complete this marvelous property, perfect for quiet enjoyment or entertaining. The residence is listed at $2,095,000 and is represented by Scott Harris and Billie Sunday Banks of Brown Harris Stevens.

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901 Bloomfield Street #5 Hoboken, NJ

Unit 5 features 3 beds, 3.5 baths, a bell tower studio, a turret and multiple terraces offering historic European like views of the both the building and surrounding streetscapes. Originally designed in 1891 by New York architectural firm French, Dixon & DeSaldern, the church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2006 and was holding services through 2013 before it was redeveloped into luxury condos.

The Raphael is a once in a lifetime offering and is unparalleled in its combination of history, design and location. With easy access to Hoboken's 14th Street NY Waterway Ferry and one block from Washington Street's boutique shopping, restaurants and the NJ Transit bus route for access to Manhattan's Port Authority bus terminal.

Extell and Nordstrom Announce Exclusive Partnership at Central Park Tower

Extell Development Company announced an exclusive partnership with leading fashion retailer Nordstrom, Inc. to provide special in-residence and in-store services and programming for residents of Central Park Tower, the tallest residential building in the world. A rare collaboration that marks a first for the retailer, this curated lifestyle program dovetails with Nordstrom’s largest single-project investment in its more than 100-year history: the 320,000-square-foot, seven-story retail store that recently opened at the base of Central Park Tower.

“The Nordstrom brand and collaboration will resonate with our buyers who are seeking a residence that is truly unlike any other," said Joaquin F. Stearns, Senior Vice President, Development of Extell Development Company. "From your private living room to the world's highest private residential club, we have carefully considered every element of your life at Central Park Tower and our partnership with Nordstrom is yet another point of distinction.”

“Central Park Tower is providing residents with an impressive array of amenities, and we think our Nordstrom flagship offerings will be right at the top of that list,” said Chris Wanlass, Nordstrom Vice President and General Manager for New York City. “We want residents to think of us as their fashion concierge. We will be offering exclusive service experiences centered around styling, beauty and food.”

Central Park Tower officially became the tallest residential building in the world at 1,550 feet when it topped out in the fall of 2019. Located on West 57th Street, along the corridor known as “Billionaires’ Row,” Central Park Tower is the definitive New York skyscraper, offering endless views, exquisite architecture, the best floor plans on Central Park and an unprecedented level of service.

Located within the soaring tower will be one of the world’s most exclusive private clubs, Central Park Club. The Club will offer approximately 50,000 square feet of thoroughly curated luxury amenities spread across three floors, each level providing a unique experience complemented by five-star service. The defining feature of the Central Park Club will be the 100th Floor, the highest private residential club in the world. Additional amenities include an expansive outdoor terrace with a swimming pool and cabanas for entertaining; a private screening room, residents’ lounge, and children’s playground on the 14th floor; and a full floor of fitness and wellness amenities, including a state-of-the-art gym, training room, cycling studio, spa treatment room and more on the 16th floor.

Nordstrom NYC encompasses 320,000 square feet of retail space in the Columbus Circle neighborhood of Manhattan along Broadway between West 57th and West 58th streets, across from the Men’s Store NYC, which opened in 2018. Enclosed in a glass façade created by James Carpenter Design Associates (JCDA) of New York, every floor of the store is filled with light. At the same time, the facade connects the in-store shopping experience to the energy of the city. The merchandise includes a curated breadth of product offering across price points, including clothing, accessories, shoes, beauty, children’s and home. A robust selection of exclusive, limited-distribution and emerging brands and styles are available, making Nordstrom a one-stop destination.

Extell Marketing Group and Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group are the exclusive sales and marketing agent for Central Park Tower. The exclusive partnership with Nordstrom was first announced during this year’s CS Talks, the leading real estate symposium exploring the trends and innovations that are influencing luxury real estate, hosted by Corcoran Sunshine.

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Douglas Elliman's Noble Black Team Expands with Hire of David Eskander

Douglas Elliman Real Estate,has announced that luxury hospitality executive, David Eskander, has joined the firm’s prestigious Noble Black Team.

David Eskander

Eskander’s transition into real estate follows a decade-long career in the hospitality industry where he held several executive business development roles for some of the most distinguished luxury hotel companies including The Leading Hotels of the World, WorldHotels and Small Luxury Hotels of the World, among others. With experience spearheading global and domestic development efforts for major hospitality brands, he is well versed in complex negotiations, real estate cycles and marketing and design trends. Eskander’s global business acumen and luxury hospitality background make him an exceptional partner for buyers and sellers who will benefit from his client-focused business philosophy and first-class service approach.

Led by one of New York City’s premier brokers, Noble Black, the team is consistently ranked as a top producing team in Manhattan. In 2019, The Noble Black Team was Douglas Elliman’s #3 team in Manhattan by Gross Commission Income in addition to the firm’s #1 top new development team.

“With David's background in luxury sales and exceptional customer service, he was a natural fit for our team,” said Black.

“I’m thrilled to join Noble and his remarkable team at Douglas Elliman as I embark on this next chapter of my career,” said Eskander. “With so many complementary aspects between the two industries, the shift from the hospitality world to real estate feels like a natural progression. I look forward to utilizing the unique skills and service-oriented approach I’ve honed over the past decade to bring value to this team and help my clients find their dream homes.”  

Residence 4A of the historic Cast Iron House in Tribeca is Eskander’s first listing with Douglas Elliman for which he joins fellow agents from the Noble Black Team to represent the impressive 3,197 square-foot four-bedroom, three-bathroom corner duplex. Originally built in 1881 and revitalized by the Pritzker Prize award-winning architect, Shigeru Ban, the boutique condominium at 67 Franklin Street boasts a classic 19th-century cast-iron façade that works in tandem with modern interiors and a suite of amenities to create the perfect home.

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99 Morningside Launches Sales

 Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing has commenced sales at Azimuth Development Group’s 99 Morningside, a new, 12-story, 23-residence, park-facing condominium with a 15-year 421a tax abatement. Designed by Aufgang Architects, the building’s façade features a series of cascading private terraces offering uninterrupted park and city views, and is one of the last development opportunities on Morningside Park.

“99 Morningside is a striking building that delivers what buyers are looking for today,” said Stephen Kliegerman, president of Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing. “Hands down, buyers are looking for outdoor space and value, and 99 Morningside has the park as its backyard while also offering private outdoor space overlooking the park in many of its homes. The boutique building size, construction progress nearing completion, and one of the last remaining 421a tax abatements are icing on the cake.”

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Robin Schneiderman, managing director, BHSDM, added, “We’ve seen that about 50 percent of all signed contracts since March on the Upper West Side and West Harlem have had some form of outdoor space. As a result, we believe 99 Morningside is uniquely positioned in today’s climate to deliver what buyers are searching for right now.”

Located on a classic, tree-lined neighborhood block, 99 Morningside is conveniently situated in South Harlem, just moments from express subway connections and the bustling Frederick Douglass Boulevard retail corridor.

99 Morningside offers one- to four-bedroom residences. Occupancy is anticipated for Q1 2021. Prices range from $770,000 - $2.75 million.

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Just Launched Stuyvesant Heights New Development 'The Chauncey'

The Chauncey located 340-342 Chauncey Street in Stuyvesant Heights has just officially launched. This building has brand new construction, 13 units, 4 floors. Sitting on a beautiful tree-lined street within Stuyvesant Heights, The Chauncey building composition reflects a warm charming brick and sleek black façade capturing all of the developers’ vision & attention-to-detail.

The interiors are graced with a comfortable open concept as you are greeted by oversized windows with matte black detail overlooking tree-lined Chauncey Street. Kitchens are designed with two-tone white shaker cabinetry featuring a polished Quartz waterfall island, backsplash & Samsung appliance package. Elegant 4’’ white-oak herringbone floors run through your home offering a chic & cozy home environment with a clean, subtle color pallet. Spa-style bathrooms are designed with sleek matte black Brizo fixtures showcased by white matte porcelain tile and clean lines throughout. These residences are a result of a detail oriented approach taken every step of the way throughout the design process.

Dan Kandinov, Natalia Kaminskaya at Corcoran are the listing agents.

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Rent This Southampton Waterfront Year-round Family Retreat

Whether you are looking for a summer vacation or just a weekend getaway, this Southampton waterfront home is the perfect destination for families and friends. The spacious backyard offers something for everyone all year round. The oversized illuminated dock is great for boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, and bird watching. The swing playground, hammock and assortment of toys keep kids busy all day. The large deck overlooking the cove is the place to grill and entertain. In the evening, gather at the adirondack chairs around the blazing fire pit to take in the water glow sunset and starlit sky.

Inside you’ll find the perfect blend of vacation with the comforts of home. The two-level home can comfortably accommodate two families or a group of friends. Through separate private entrances, each floor offers its own living and dining spaces, kitchen, bathroom and bedrooms. Smart home features provide a touch of modern to compliment the cozy nautical décor.

This secluded retreat is just one mile from the beach and minutes away from great restaurants and shopping in Southampton Village and Sag Harbor. To plan your escape check here for pricing/availability and contact your host Michael to reserve.

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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 should make an appointment for this weekend. 

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434 East 52nd St. 3A

Credit: Warburg Realty

Located at 434 East 52nd Street Apartment 3A, this charming and affordable studio is situated in a building developed by Bing & Bing and designed by Emery Roth, this pre-war apartment is rich with history. Beamed ceilings, oak strip floors, classic moldings, and an exposed brick wood-burning fireplace gives the space a distinct style, but the owners also get the advantages of modern amenities. Those include monorail tech track lighting, classy fixtures, a kitchen outfitted with custom cabinets, a four-burner gas cooktop, a dishwasher, and basketweave marble tile floors.

The building itself is truly a sight to behold. Perched in the Southgate complex, considered one of the city’s most sought-after Art Deco buildings, this is the same structure that once housed none other than John Lennon. It’s also full-service and pet-friendly, for prospective owners with dogs and cats.

This unit is listed for $349,000 by Jeanne Byers and George Case of Warburg Realty.

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327 West 4th St.

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an exquisite $16,500,000 townhouse that has just came to market in the heart of West Village, for coverage consideration.

Built in 1829, this quintessential single-family townhouse has been meticulously rebuilt and restored to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. The five-story late-Federal style home, which features 4,317-interior-square-feet, four bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms, has been completely transformed while still maintaining its original integrity. This transitional 22-foot-wide home with a five-stop elevator includes four private landscaped outdoor spaces which total 962-square-feet, providing an elite oasis in the heart of the historic West Village. Other notable features of the home include a solarium, 102-bottle wine fridge and two gas grills.

Douglas Elliman’s Nadia Bartolucci and Rachel Altschuler have the listing.

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170 Second Avenue, Apt 12B

Welcomed by a grand central gallery through sliding French doors that open into the oversized kitchen & dining room, this inviting space features a large built-in dining banquette, lacquered custom cabinetry and a spacious center island. Top-of-the-line appliances include a vented Viking cooktop, double wall ovens and exhaust fan, Sub-Zero fridge and freezer drawers and Miele dishwasher. Calacatta Gold 2' thick countertops and sink, Samuel Heath hardware and Ralph Lauren lighting complete the luxurious appeal of this truly spectacular kitchen. Complemented by commanding city views from every aspect, including the iconic Empire State and Chrysler buildings and historically significant St. Marks Church.

Custom wall panels, window treatments, and built-in shelving contribute to the stylish aesthetic captured throughout the residence. The corner primary bedroom has three windows, offering north and west views of the church and the spectacular city skyline. The double-paned windows ensure quiet and tranquility in this bright, spacious room, decorated with Osborne & Little wallpaper. No detail was spared in the design of the stunning, windowed master bathroom, which features WaterWorks fixtures, white Carrera and Thassos basket weave flooring and a Carrera marble countertop. A double vanity, towel warmer and radiant floor heating help create the ultimate, deluxe master bath.

Kaptan Unugur and Cherie Hinson, of Sotheby’s International Realty have the listing.

CetraRuddy to Reimagine Iconic Upper West Side Rental as Luxury Condominium

The Upper West Side's premier rental address located at 212 West 72nd Street with its iconic curved glass facade, is now being transformed into luxury condominium residences designed by celebrated New York design firm CetraRuddy. The teaser website has just launched, already garnering interest from a slew of prospects, including former renters who are eager to return as owners due to the building’s reputation for superior location, luxury service and innovative design.

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Representing a rare foray into modern architecture for this classic New York neighborhood, 212 West 72nd Street, ideally located at the iconic intersection of 72nd and Broadway, had consistently commanded some of the highest rents on the Upper West Side. When sales launch late this fall, the re-envisioned 212 West 72nd Street will become one of the most desirable condominiums on the market, offering 126 one- to five-bedroom residences with expansive floor plans and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Manhattan skyline, the Upper West Side’s romantic prewar facades, Central Park and the Hudson River. Sales will be exclusively offered by Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group, with pricing starting at $1.25 million.

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Home Improvement Projects That Will Increase Your House's Value

If your kids have recently moved out of their childhood home, you are planning to sell in the near future, or you are looking for some projects to embark on, perhaps it is time to get started on a home improvement project or two that will increase your house's value. You can choose to work on many of these projects yourself, or you can hire a professional to attend to needs outside of your comfort zone.

Consider a Garage Door Replacement

How old is your garage door? Is it getting rusty, is it not working properly, or is its color outdated or covered in dirt? Perhaps it's time to consider a garage door replacement. With diligence, this project can take only one day to complete. You can purchase a garage door, a garage door kit, and other materials you will need to complete the project at a home improvement store. Be sure to enlist some help with removing the old door and installing the new one so you don't get hurt.

This project can cost up to $2,000 if you do it yourself, and you will likely get most of that back when you go to sell your home down the road. You can also choose a nice color for your new garage door that complements the colors, ambiance, and style of your home.

Finish Your Basement

Another project you can work on yourself is finishing your basement. If you use it as a space for storage, you can still do so once it's finished. For prospective buyers in the future, having a finished basement that allows a family to choose how it's used is a wonderful benefit that is highly sought in the real estate market.

Before you get to work, you may want to invest in a proper professional inspection for mold, moisture issues, and water issues. You don't want your basement to be contaminated or unable to hold in moisture after redoing it. Finishing your basement includes sealing the walls, installing foam board sheets, building the walls, and much more. Alongside research, you can find videos online to help you through this process. Since videos are growing to become one of the most popular ways of consuming content, with YouTube having over 2 billion visitors every month, there are dozens of basement DIY videos to follow. This project will take some time, so be prepared and perhaps enlist some help from a handy family member or friend.

Consider Building a Deck

Do you have extra space in your backyard? Consider building a deck to increase your home's value. Surely you and your family will enjoy time relaxing on it, too.

Building a deck can take anywhere from one week to one month depending on how big you want it, how much time you have each day to work on it, and how much help you can get building it. This job is labor-intensive and will require much attention to detail. The average cost of building a deck is between $5,000 and $10,000, depending on how large it is. However, you will gain much of it back when your home is sold in the future. Get an excellent and reliable concrete contractor in Orange County CA or somewhere near you to get it done beautifully. Many families seek decks for pools and for extra sitting space outside, so this project is well worth it.

Embark On a Minor Kitchen Remodel

14% of homeowners planned to make improvements to their kitchens in 2018. Are you next? A minor kitchen remodel costs a fraction of a full remodel, around $20,000, and will help increase your home's value. You can also expect to recoup about 70% of that cost after you sell your home in the future, making it a worthy investment.

First, consider repainting the walls and cabinets in your kitchen. This low-cost task can brighten the room and completely transform its look. If your kitchen cabinets are old, consider entirely replacing them. A new set will make your kitchen look great. Then, look into purchasing new, energy-efficient appliances for your kitchen. These simple projects will increase your home's value and transform the overall look of your kitchen for the better.

Deep Clean Your Home

A simpler project you can easily embark on is deep cleaning your home. This includes sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and utilizing tools to reach and clean every corner of your house.

Another aspect of this project may include deep cleaning systems and appliances in your home, such as your oven, chimney, fireplace, and heat exchanger. If your oven isn't self-cleaning, it should be cleaned once every three months or so. Manufacturers suggest cleaning chimneys and fireplaces once a year and heat exchangers a minimum of once every five years. These pieces in your home are important to clean for the safety of your family and the overall health of your home.

Consider taking on one or two of these projects if you would like to increase the value of your home. Whether you plan on selling your house in the near or distant future, it's not a bad idea to get a head start on improving and adding onto parts of your home. Not only will future prospective buyers appreciate what these projects have to offer, but you will be able to enjoy them, too.