Celebrate National National Spicy Margarita Day With Tanteo Tequila

Tanteo Tequila has officially declared today, January 26th National Spicy Margarita Day and launching a brand-new river clean-up initiative in the two places they call home: the Newtown Creek (Brooklyn/Queens, NY) & the Rio Santiago (Juanacatlan, Mexico), Additionally, 5% of proceeds from orders placed on their online shop tthrough 2/22 will be donated to the Newtown Creek Alliance.

The only distillery owned by their co-op of agave farmers, Tanteo Tequila is THE original spicy tequila, available in Jalapeño, Chipotle and Habanero. Unlike other spirits that simply add flavor, each Tanteo Tequila is made by infusing fresh cut peppers by hand, resulting in a subtle yet distinctly balanced bite with each sip.

In addition to being a day dedicated to spicy margs & sustainability, January 26 is also the birth date of Tanteo’s late founder Jonathan Rojewski. His vision lives on through Tanteo’s unwavering commitment to making the world a better place from their inception through practices of wage & gender equality, hiring with a focus on single mothers + widows, community revitalization and sustainability.

Want to make the perfect spicy margarita? See below.

 Tanteo  Tequila  Choose  Your  Chili  Margarita

• 2 oz. either Tanteo Chipotle, Jalapeno, or Habanero Tequila

• 1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice

• 3/4 oz. Agave Nectar (or Simple Syrup)

Directions: Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake well and strain into an ice-filled. Rocks Glass (Smoky salt rim optional). Garnish with a chipotle, jalapeno, or habanero.

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150 East 78th Street Launches Sales

Today 150 East 78th Street, a new exclusive condominium development designed by award-winning architectural firm Robert A.M. Stern Architects with interiors by AD100 Hall of Fame designer Robert Couturier, has launched sales. Developed by Midwood Investment & Development and EJS Group,

150 East 78th Street brings 25 distinctive residences and curated amenities to Manhattan’s beloved Upper East Side.

Located on the corner of Lexington Avenue and East 78th Street on the Upper East Side, 150 East 78th Street’s stately facade features distinctive handset Indiana limestone, patterned brick, and ornamental metalwork. Ranging from three-to-five bedrooms, the building offers half-floor, full-floor, and duplex residences each with direct elevator access into a private entry vestibule. Currently under construction with an anticipated summer 2021 occupancy, residences at 150 East 78th Street start at $5.2 million.

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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 week. 

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555 West End Avenue’s Terrace Penthouse

Credit: Hayes Davidson

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. This stunning four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom duplex penthouse spans over 5,000 square feet, with 2,200 square feet of interior space and an incredible 2,800 square feet of private outdoor space across two levels: a sweeping wraparound terrace with river and skyline views, and a full-floor rooftop terrace.

One of only 13 homes in the building, the Terrace Penthouse is accessed via direct elevator entry and provides the feeling of an expansive private home. The penthouse is ideal for the best of both worlds: privacy and entertaining. The interior living areas are spread across two full floors -- the kitchen, living and great rooms on the second level, while the bedroom suites, den and laundry occupy the private lower level -- and the development itself offers residents access to the Upper West Side's world-class dining, elite private schools and famous cultural attractions, but also a peaceful respite on a tree- and brownstone-lined street. It's even moments from the entrance to the Henry Hudson Parkway, making a quick getaway Upstate or to Connecticut for those looking to spend weekends at their second home. Closings are underway and immediate occupancy is available. The Terrace Penthouse is currently on the market for $22.5M.

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1326 Madison Avenue Apartment 55

Photo Credit: Ted Porter Architecture; Ty Cole Photographer

This apartment is located at 1326 Madison Avenue Apartment 55 on the Upper East Side, is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom masterpiece. Completely renovated by architect Ted Porter, it has a flexible layout that allows owners to transform the dining room into a second bedroom— and it even features a murphy bed. Natural light floods in from south and east exposures, too. 

The unit is currently owned by Bogotá-based artist Lorenza Panero, who has clearly made her mark on the space. As detailed in a 2017 feature article in Cottages & Gardens, Panero reconfigured the apartment with an artist’s eye, adding custom cabinets and movable partitions. It’s yet another reason that this apartment is one of a kind.

The co-op is situated in an elegant pre-war building that was originally built in 1900 and is located right on Madison Avenue, in the prestigious Carnegie Hill neighborhood. Also of note: It’s only a block away from Central Park.

The apartment is listed for $1,325,000 by Cecilia Serrano and Hala Lawrence of Warburg Realty.

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101 West 87th Street, Apartment 912

This turn-key, high floor, three bedrooms plus den, three bathroom home offers a world of updated elegant living.

The classic layout features high ceilings, wide plank oak floors, and oversize windows for glorious light and big city views east and west. The living and dining spaces are oversized with abundant room for entertaining. The chef's kitchen is stunning, and boasts a Sub Zero refrigerator and freezer, Wolf six burner professional gas cooktop, Miele series-M single oven, Miele speed oven, Fisher Paykel dishwasher, Cambria stone counter tops and hand polished cabinetry.

The main bedroom, with ensuite bathroom, eastern exposure and an extra-large custom walk-in closet is a true sanctuary. Other amenities already in place throughout the apartment include custom lighting, automatic black-out shades, seamless built-ins and totally outfitted custom closets and a laundry room. Two large private storage bins also come with the apartment.

The property is represented by Roni Cowan and Stephanie Kanner of Fox Residential.

838 Fifth Avenue #10

Previously occupied by a prominent theatrical producer, Platinum Luxury Auctions will sell this stunning UES condominium (once listed at $27.5 million) that occupies the entire 10th floor of 838 5th Ave at auction, without reserve, on Friday, 2/19.

Occupying a full floor of an exclusive, Fifth Avenue building, this stately residence offers impressive views of Central Park and the city’s skyline beyond. More than 4,500 square feet comprise the elegant property (situated in a coveted condominium building between 64th and 65th streets), with 3 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths – and a separate staff apartment located on the first floor of the building. Other unique amenities include a handsome, wood-clad library, eat-in-kitchen, and spacious master bath complete with dressing room and walk-in closet. Most impressive of all, however, are the expansive views: the Great Room’s 45-ft rear wall boasts windows looking out over the trees, through Central Park, and to the iconic skyscrapers on Manhattan’s west side.

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Isaac Zion joins Acram Group as Managing Partner

Acram Group, an entrepreneurial real estate firm previously known as JMC Holdings, LLC, is pleased to announce that Isaac Zion has joined the firm as a managing principal. Following a decade of developing a successful track record, the official name change illustrates the next phase of the firm’s evolution, highlighted by Zion joining the partnership. 

Founded in 2011, Acram Group focuses on the acquisition, development and management of covered land, office, multi-family and flex-industrial properties throughout the United States. With offices in New York, NY, Greenwich, CT, and Dallas, TX, Acram Group partners with family offices, institutional fund managers and other real estate platforms to execute its business plans. Acram Group’s current portfolio includes assets located throughout eight different metropolitan areas and is comprised of 2.5 million square feet along with a development pipeline totaling 1.5 million square feet. 

In his new role, Zion joins fellow managing principals, J. Matthew Cassin and David Taylor, to lead the firm. With a combined 60+ years of real estate experience, the partners will oversee Acram Group’s diverse, mixed-asset platform while simultaneously expanding the firm’s national reach and capabilities.

“I’m thrilled to embark on this next chapter with The Acram Group,” said Zion. “The partnership with Matt and David, my former colleagues, feels like a natural fit and I look forward to continuing to champion them in taking this impressive platform they have built and working alongside them to bring it to the next level of success.”

Prior to joining Acram Group earlier this year, Zion served as SL Green Realty Corp.’s (NYSE: SLG) co-Chief Investment Officer from 2011 through July of 2020 after having joined the organization in 2007. Zion led property acquisitions, dispositions, development, financings and joint ventures for the firm, along with spearheading the company’s suburban division/portfolio, which comprised over 35 buildings totaling more than 5 million square feet. Prior to joining SL Green, Zion was a Managing Director at Tishman Speyer for five years and spent the first several years of his real estate career at Insignia/ESG (now CBRE). Over his career, he has played a senior role in over $50 billion of investment activity, and in over 20 million square feet of leasing.

“The 10th anniversary of JMC Holdings signifies both the achievement of a major milestone for the company and a pivotal moment for David and I in deciding its future growth and evolution,” said J. Matthew Cassin, founding principal of Acram Group. “Isaac will be a terrific partner, as our longstanding relationship and frequent collaboration regarding strategy, growth opportunities, market dynamics, etc. lent themselves to recognition of a collective strategic vision that addressed the company’s outgrowth and laid the foundation for Acram Group. Isaac will be a tremendous asset to our team as we build upon our track record and expand the breadth of our success with this new endeavor.”

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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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Prospect Heights

WHERE: 650 Bergen Street, #1B

SIZE: 3 Beds | 3 Baths

COST: $2,399,000

About: This sprawling 2351 SF Prospect Heights duplex condominium is the perfect, modern, townhouse alternative and presents the ideal work/life/study-from-home environment. It’s currently situated as a 2 bedroom with 2 offices and 3 full baths; the home can easily be converted to a 3 or even 4 bedroom. This super luxury boutique condominium is located in the vibrant neighborhood of Prospect Heights on Prospect Park, Grand Army Plaza and the acclaimed restaurant-row on Vanderbilt Ave. The gorgeous 1st floor residence features 10ft high ceilings on the top floor with luxurious finishes. The centerpiece of the main living level is the chef’s kitchen complete with white Caesarstone counter tops, large island with a breakfast bar, imported Italian cabinets for ample storage and sleek stainless-steel appliances. The dining room, with formal seating for twelve off the kitchen leads to the enormous lush and upper backyard for daytime-play and al fresco dining under the stars.

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West Village

WHERE: 2 Horatio Street #9GE

SIZE: 3 Beds | 2.5 Baths

COST: $5,495,000

About:  This recently renovated high-floor home has been meticulously and thoughtfully designed using the highest quality custom finishes. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom apartment features stained oak herringbone floors, custom hardware by ER Butler and brass light switches and dimmers by Forbes and Lomax, and includes ample storage throughout the home. The sun-flooded apartment has both northern/eastern open exposures with Empire State Building views. The residence is listed at $5,495,000 and is represented by Chris Poore and Eyal Dagan of Brown Harris Stevens.

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Upper West Side

WHERE:  227 Central Park West #6A

SIZE: 3 Bedroom | 2 Bath

COST: $2,900,000

About:  Recently renovated, this triple mint prewar home is filled with light, charm and romance. Gorgeous views, beautiful details and a superb location make it a rare find. Upon entering the home is a foyer with a coat closet off of which there are 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet and a luxurious new en-suite bathroom. There is another full bathroom which the other two bedrooms share. The side by side living and dining room create a wonderful enfilade of windows facing East overlooking Central Park. The dramatic exposed brick arch is a unique detail reminiscent of a brownstone. Pocket doors lead to the stunning renovated and windowed kitchen with Carrera marble countertops, Bertazonni stove and oven, farm sink, wine refrigerator and lots of cabinet and counter space. Other special features include soaring ceilings, rich hardwood floors and central air conditioning throughout. The residence is listed at $2,900,000 and is represented by Lisa K. Lippman and Gerard “Scott” Moore of Brown Harris Stevens.

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Contemporary home décor design tips for a luxury feel

One of the best ways to create a sleek and chic setting to spend time in is by redesigning your home. The materials you use and even the colors you incorporate into the space will determine how upscale and luxurious it feels. If you want to create a contemporary environment that feels high-end, there are a few design tips and ideas to consider when shopping for luxury furniture.

Create the Color Palette

One of the main factors that determine the looks and feel of your interior setting is the color palette, which is the backdrop of the space. Neutral color shades with hints of metallic accents continue to be on trend. Choose ivory, beige, and gray colors. Neutral color shades also make the room appear larger and more spacious.

If you want something upscale on the walls, consider adding luxury wallpaper that is elegant and has decorative elements. You can also apply wallpaper to an accent wall to prevent the room from feeling smaller or too cluttered. Textured wallpaper is more high-end and can have a three-dimension design to make it more visually appealing.

If you want something upscale on the walls, consider adding wallpaper that is elegant and has decorative elements. You can also apply wallpaper to an accent wall to prevent the room from feeling smaller or too cluttered. Textured wallpaper is more high-end and can have a three-dimension design to make it more visually appealing.

Install Hanging Light Fixtures

A luxury item to add to your home is a light fixture, which can look more high-end than a ceiling fan and will become one of the main focal points in the room. The light fixture can illuminate the setting and can draw the eye upward, allowing the ceilings to look taller. Use a bulb with a soft glow to create a cozier environment.

Choose Metal Decor Pieces

Metal is one of the best materials to use to create a contemporary and modern design. Choose something with a metallic finish, which will look shiny and reflect the light. Gold and silver finishes look the most upscale and are beautiful when you use them throughout the room. Avoid using too many decor pieces with metal, which can look overly glam.

Incorporate a Few Statement Pieces

Removing clutter is key to creating an elegant setting that looks staged. Instead of leaving a lot of items out on display, selecting a few statement pieces can create a more upscale look. Choose items that are made in Italy to add European inspiration into the style of your home and create a well-curated environment.

Displaying an antique that is made in Italy will create more visual appeal. Scour local flea markets to find something that's a great deal and looks more high-end than what you paid.

Upgrade the Hardware

Upgrading the hardware throughout your home will instantly upgrade the design of the space. Replace the knobs on your doors and the pulls and handles on your dresser to make it look more expensive. Copper, crystal, and gemstone are high-end and unique to ensure you can customize the pieces you already own.

Use Velvet

When adding an accent chair in your living room or a headboard in the bedroom, consider selecting furniture items with velvet, which is soft and luxurious. The fabric feels soothing to touch and can add a rich touch. Velvet is one of the top fabrics and looks beautiful in blue color shades, which allow you to incorporate some color without cheapening the style of the room.

Add an Area Rug

Consider adding a large Italian area rug to tie all of the furniture together in the room and cover up bare floors. The rug will add a cozy touch and offer more warmth during the colder months of the year. Choose an Italian rug with a neutral color shade to ensure it blends in with the space and doesn't detract from the other furniture or decor on display.

Curved Furniture

One of the latest interior design trends is curved furniture, which adds a soft and cozy touch. The lack of sharp edges and smooth lines creates an asymmetrical profile for a more natural design.

Consider adding a curved accent chair in the corner of the room to fill in a bare spot and have more seating available.

Add Greenery

Bringing in a touch of the outdoors will create a cheerful and beautiful environment that doesn't look bland or too bare. Consider adding a silk olive tree in the corner of the room, which is easy to maintain and is a popular trend that has replaced fiddle leaf trees. You can also add a few small potted plants on the nightstands in your bedroom if you're looking for ideas on adding a green element.

Knowing the best ways to add a touch of luxury to your interior setting can transform the environment and make it feel like home. With a blend of modern and European elements, you can feel proud to show off the space and make it look regal. 

To shop online for the latest in luxury furniture, visit Venicasa.com.

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Douglas Elliman Development Marketing To Oversee Sales and Marketing for Graydon Chelsea

 Douglas Elliman Development Marketing announced that the firm will be handling the exclusive sales and marketing for the ground up new residential condominium project, Graydon Chelsea. Developed by Pan-Brothers Associates and Valyrian Capital with architectural design and residence interiors by Kutnicki Bernstein Architects, the Graydon Chelsea, a 15-story building with an elegant terra-cotta tile façade and oversized windows is located at 128 West 23rd Street in the heart of Chelsea. Greg Williamson, Andrew Anderson and Bruce Ehrmann at Douglas Elliman are the exclusive agents for the project. 

“Graydon Chelsea is a sophisticated sanctuary in the heart of Manhattan’s tech hub and creative core. We are looking forward to bringing this residential offering to market,” said George Pantelidis, co-founder and Principal, Pan-Brothers Associates.

The 30 residences are a blend of one-and-two bedroom units with a three-bedroom penthouse. More than half with outdoor spaces. Spanning 610 square feet to 2,481 square feet each residence features sound attenuated 8’ to 9’6” tall windows, 6” plank European white oak wood flooring, living room ceiling heights from 9’8” to 11’-2”, high-efficiency central heating and cooling and Bosch washer and dryers. Kitchens have custom Italian cabinetry with walnut wood veneer and lacquer finish from Cesar New York, Porcelanosa polished-chrome fixtures with undermount sink, Blue de Savoie marble-slab kitchen countertops and Miele appliances including a refrigerator, stainless steel oven and dishwasher.

Primary bathrooms boast a custom walnut vanity by Cesar New York, Pietra Cardosa vanity countertops, Porcelanosa polished chrome fixtures, Porcelanosa Sotto undermount sink, Porcelain Cararra stone walls and black slate herringbone pattern stone tile flooring. In the secondary bathrooms are Custom Italian ash vanities by Cesar New York, Porcelanosa polished chrome fixtures, Bianco Carrara slab vanity countertop, Harlem Acero floor tile and spire pattern tile walls. Powder rooms have Anne Sacks terrazzo wall tile.

“The building’s modern design coupled with such elegant finishes will attract discerning buyers,” explained Andrew Anderson. “We anticipate buyers will be especially drawn to this project for its small size and low-density living in the wake of COVID-19,” added Bruce Ehrmann.

Amenities include an attended double-height lobby, appointed with Carrara marble desk, limestone floors, hand plastered walls and original artwork and a South-facing second floor residents’ lounge and fitness center with custom millwork, TV and wet-bar. Also on the second floor is a landscaped terrace with outdoor fireplace, kitchen and dining area. The landscaped roof terrace with city skyline views offers an outdoor barbeque and wet bar. Private storage units are available as well as bicycle storage.

Graydon Chelsea is perfectly situated downtown near the West Village, The Highline and the Flatiron District. It is central to multiple transit lines and conveniently located near trend-setting culture, art, food and fashion.

Pricing ranges from $995,000 to over $5 million. Sales will commence this month with occupancy slated for fall of 2021.

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Effective Ways To Increase the Selling Price of Your Home

A variety of factors affects the pricing a home. Ideally, you’ve left the home in much better condition than you found it in, and you stand to turn a decent profit. Using effective ways to increase the selling price of your home can help you make the most of your investment and move on to bigger and better things.

Beautify

The more aesthetically pleasing your home, the more potential buyers will want to purchase it. This can allow you to make even more than your asking price. You’re certainly not going to want to make a bunch of adjustments that will cost thousands before you unload a property, but updating your home over time before putting it on the market is worth considering. Solid-surface flooring, complementary (not bold) color schemes, and newer kitchens, bathrooms, and fixtures are all attractive features to touring buyers.

If you’re unable to complete these updates before selling, then you’ll have to spend some time staging your home to control what attracts the eye when people are walking through the space. Home staging has been proven to increase the value of a home by quite a bit. You’ll want to change out fixtures for an updated feel; declutter; and spend some time enhancing the appeal in the master bedroom, bathrooms, kitchen, and living room. Expand the staging process to the outside of the home as well. Curb appeal is an essential part of the value of your property.

Add Space

Space is a great deal-maker when you’re selling property. If you can take out unnecessary non-load-bearing walls, it may make your home feel larger than it is. Of course, if your home offers a limited number of bedrooms, you also need to consider that before turning one room into two. However, for small kitchens, buyers like open spaces, so taking out an unnecessary wall can be very attractive.

Improve Energy Efficiency

Implementing energy-saving features in your home while still allowing the space to feel comfortable will not only add value to your home but also keep your expenses lower while you live there. Energy-efficient windows, appliances, and lighting may be a little costly in the beginning; however, they will save you thousands over time as well as add thousands in worth. Consider the changes that benefit you both now and later.

Add Luxurious Features

Buyers are drawn to luxurious features. The location of your home relative to great shopping, restaurants, and entertainment venues can increase the value of your home. Similarly, the implementation of technology and special amenities can set your property apart from others. Buyers will often raise their price range if they find a home that’s slightly out of their original budget but that has these desired traits. A unique home with luxurious qualities may cause a bidding war between purchasers, leaving you in a great position.

Selling your home should be fun. You’ve got the opportunity to showcase what you can do with a property. Applying some of the effective ways to increase the selling price of your home is sure to make the home stand apart from others. The market can be a competitive place, but understanding what people value will surely make your property pop.

Online Cocktail Bar Ghost Bar Launches in Manhattan

Bars are closed and it’s getting cold outside. Sure you have a full bar at home, but the work of making a drink and it never being just right is getting to the best of us? You can get pretty much everything delivered to you, and now well made cocktails are an option thanks to Ghost Bar, an online cocktail bar that offers convenient and fairly-priced cocktails for stay-at-home New Yorkers’ mixed-drink needs, is launching in Manhattan

Born out of pandemic and based in Midtown Manhattan, Ghost Bar is a solution to customers' needs for instant access to their favorite mixed drinks at an affordable price, with the craftsmanship and convenience comparable to their once frequented cocktail bars. The drink menu offers a wide range of classic cocktails, such as Last Word and Sazerac, and creative inventions, such as silky and smooth Espresso Martini, fresh and juicy Dragon Fruit Daiquiri, and a fun twist on Long Island. Named Longest Island, it's a Baijiu-based drink mixed with complex flavors that tastes like a glass of floral iced tea.  

Ghost Bar is the brainchild of Ning (Amelie) Kang and Yishu He, owners and partners of MáLà Project. Amelie attended the Culinary Institute of America, where she developed a passion for cocktails. Prior to establishing the dry pot eateries in the city, she used to bartend at B Flat in Tribeca and an award-winning speakeasy in Beijing, called Apothecary, where she honed her mixology. "Now with respect to social distancing and many bars closing, you can only drink so many Whisky on the Rocks at home without wanting something more easygoing,” says Amelie Kang, Co-Founder of Ghost Bar. “And making drinks at home, getting a few bottles of liquor, juicing, and preparing the ice...can be quite a commitment. Sometimes I wish there's a quick and easy solution to a nice cocktail, and I think many people want the same."

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Tommy Hilfiger Sells His Greenwich Connecticut Home

In recent celebrity real estate news, fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger has sold his Greenwich Connecticut home for a whopping $45 million. Not sure why it cost more, read the description below and watch the tour to see every designed detail. Agent Janet Milligan of Sotheby’s International Realty had the listing and Sally Slater of Douglas Elliman brought the buyer. 

Tommy Hilfiger's ''Round Hill'' Spectacular 180 degree, commanding views of NYC skyline & LI Sound from the highest point of Round Hill (570 ft.elev.+/-) English countryside historic landmark with an impressive ivy-covered manor ''One of a Kind'' rare opportunity to have the very best! Grandeur on''top of the world'' Completely renovated to showcase all details of this pre-war great estate with exquisite architecture.

Magnificent English gardens w/reflecting pool and verdant parklike lawns. This estate is the ultimate with view, location, architecture, and quality. Unlike any other. Enjoy the sparkling pool,all-weather ts ct. TOTAL privacy. Charming guesthouse w/2 bedrooms. Renovated by the renown architect, Andre Tchelistcheff & blder, Jimmy Xhema. Landscape designer Miranda Brooks.

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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 week. 

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53 West 53rd Street #34A

Designed by acclaimed interior designer Brad Ford inside the 1,050-foot-high condominium tower designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel featuring interior architecture by Thierry Despont. Located above the Museum of Modern Art, 53 West 53 has the unique distinction of having three new MoMA gallery levels integrated into its base.

Brad Ford created the widely popular event Field+Supply in the Hudson Valley, which is a modern interpretation of a traditional arts and crafts fair highlighting various studios and workshops. He also opened the showroom FAIR in 2015 at the New York Design Center. Brad honed his skills under designers Thad Hayes and Jed Johnson.

Brad’s design for the 53 West 53 home features artworks throughout that pay homage to the existing art in MoMA's permanent collection. He also included a combination of furnishings from contemporary makers and iconic furniture pieces from the past that complement the architecture and interiors by Jean Nouvel and Thierry Despont. Handcrafted pieces from Brad’s showhouse FAIR are featured extensively throughout the space. The model is Residence 36A, a 3,020 square foot 2-bedroom priced at $9,740,000.

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271 Hicks Street

Located at 271 Hicks Street, this Greek Revival brownstone, originally built in 1846, has been impeccably renovated to the highest standard and constructed with precision and unparalleled craftsmanship.  The home encompasses over 6,200 SF of interior space, coupled with over 1,900 SF of private outdoor space. Spanning 24-foot wide, the spectacular six-story home includes a seven-stop high-speed elevator (that opens on the rooftop), hand-crafted helical staircase, six bedrooms, five bathrooms, and four powder rooms.

Baxt-Ingui Architects designed 271 Hicks Street with passive house principles. This super-insulated townhouse has ultra-low energy, triple pane windows, five-zone central air and filtered continuous fresh air.

Nadia Bartolucci, Rachel Altschuler and Ian Murphy of Douglas Elliman have the listing

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1 Central Park South #1601

Timeless, iconic elegance defines THE landmark address in Manhattan, set at the corner of 5th Ave & 59th St, bordering the SE corner of Central Park. Now, one of its most impressive condominiums is boasting a brand new & significant price reduction.

Set on a high floor, the fully renovated 3BD/3.5BA/2,656 SF Unit 1601 provides spectacular, soothing views of the entire park & The Pond just below the windows.
Something of a work of art in its own right—with gleaming walnut-boarded herringbone parquet floors and custom coffered woodwork in high ceilings—the condo entry way is perfectly suited to display your art collection. The large maser suite boasts 3 exposures and a classic Juliet balcony ,as well as a spacious bath with a soaking tub. A bit of personalized redesign by a new owner will equal perfection!

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VU - Launches Sales

Last week, Minrav Development announced sales have launched for VU, a new 100-unit condominium building in Manhattan, this is the first time they are fully unveiling the development. Paris Forino, the acclaimed interior designer, is crafting light and airy interiors to complement VU’s soaring ceilings and panoramic New York City views. Renowned firm SLCE Architects designed the exterior architecture, which measures 145,000 square feet and is designed to meet LEED certification.

VU rises 36 stories from the center of four of Manhattan’s most dynamic neighborhoods - NoMad, Flatiron, Gramercy, and Kips Bay. The building features studios to three-bedrooms. It also includes two Duplex Penthouse residences with outdoor terraces that crown the building. A majority of the homes offer views of Manhattan’s iconic skyline, from uptown to downtown, along with the East River and all the way to One World Trade for the higher floor homes.

VU is also unveiling pricing, which includes starting prices that range from $829,000 for studios to $2,999,000 for 3-bedrooms. There is also a full floor of amenities dedicated to wellness and vitality designed by Paris. Also in collaboration with Waterworks, Paris designed a custom line of enamel and polished chrome fixtures and accessories featured throughout VU. Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing is exclusively handling sales and there is a new sales gallery open to tour

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Homes You Need To Make Appointments For This Weekend

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Chelsea

WHERE: 313 West 20th St

SIZE: 8 Beds | 3.5 Baths

COST: $13,800,000

About: One of only a handful of carriage houses left in the entire city, this one-of-a-kind two-family townhouse that is a masterpiece of modern comfort and a dream of urban luxury. Features of this 25' foot wide, 9,200 sq. ft. "non" landmarked house include a charming brownstone faade with bold cornices, a private garden retreat, a pair of terraces, multiple skylights, a 1-car garage, double pane sash windows, central cooling, chic wainscoting and crown molding, elegant built-ins, original hardwood floors, whitewashed exposed brick walls, decorative fireplaces with marble mantels, a self-contained rental unit, and a finished cellar with a state-of-the-art gym, a custom sauna, and a tranquil studio space.

The 6-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom owner's residence spans four stories and the cellar. The first floor garage leads into a functional entryway adorned with multiple coat closets and a convenient powder room. At the rear of the first floor is a regal double-height living and dining room saturated with natural light. The space boasts a gas-burning fireplace, a skylight, and access to a lush garden.

The rental unit has a separate entrance and generates an additional $60K/annum of income and contains two spacious bedrooms, a windowed eat-in kitchen, skylights in the living room and bathroom, and access to a private rooftop terrace with incredible city views.

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Upper West Side

WHERE: 260 West End Avenue #15C

SIZE: 1 Beds | 1 Baths

COST: $1,265,000

About:  The gracious entry foyer is 8' x 12', and has an extra-large coat and storage closet. It currently includes a grand armoire and chair; a space that can easily be converted to your home office. The Living room, Kitchen and Bedroom all have oversized windows with fantastic views. The Living room, entered from the Foyer, focused on the two large windows that face north, is large enough for an 84" couch, additional seating, and a drop-leaf table for dining.

The residence is listed at $1,265,000 and is represented by Sharon Fahy, Christopher Halstead and Nicole F. O’Reilly of Brown Harris Stevens.

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Midtown East

WHERE:  425 East 51st Street #10d

SIZE: 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath

COST: $1,050,000

About:  Upon entering 10D you're greeted by a proper foyer, flanked by two large closets. The entryway opens onto the airy and loft-like living room, which features high ceilings, tons of natural light and direct access to the 32-foot long solarium that spans the length of the home. Gracious in size, the solarium is ideally suited for a dining room and even has room to spare for a bonus living space or a Pinterest-worthy home office. Just off of the solarium is access to a private and tranquil wraparound terrace with skyline and river views. Start your morning with an espresso on your sun-soaked terrace while taking in the sweeping views that surround you. Whether it be an intimate family dinner, a night of cocktails with friends or a morning coffee, the solarium and terrace serves as the perfect backdrops for all of your entertaining needs and are sure to impress guests alike. The listing is priced at $1,050,000 and is listed by Matthew Cohen of Brown Harris Stevens.

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