Step Inside The Belnord, From Hulu's "Only Murders in the Building"

Since the premiere of Only Murders in the Building in August 2021, a number of people have decided to make The Belnord their home; 20 apartments have sold for a total sales volume of $160 million. (The building has had three deals over $10M in the last month!) The condominiums are nearly 75% sold, but Residence 209, listed for $6.25M and represented exclusively by Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, was just listed for anyone who wants to live in the prewar masterpiece.

Photo Credit: Evan Joseph

You may recognize The Belnord, one of the grandest turn-of-the-century residential buildings in Manhattan, as the setting for “Only Murders in the Building,” the popular Hulu show starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez, who work together as true crime detectives to solve a murder mystery in the iconic prewar “Arconia” building on the Upper West Side.

The Belnord is a full-block masterpiece originally constructed in 1908 and designed by famed architecture firm Hiss & Weekes, and is now welcoming residents to the renovated condominium residences, with interiors by the preferred architect for billionaires, Robert A.M. Stern. Entering through The Belnord’s arched, gated entrance on 86th Street into one of the city’s largest private courtyards (22,000 square feet!) is like being transported back to Gilded Age New York City.

Photo Credit: Rafael de Cardenas

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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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15 Central Park West, 26B

Courtesy of Douglas Elliman

Passing along this half-floor, well-proportioned two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom residence designed by Axel Vervoordt that just hit the market for $13.45M at the iconic 15 Central Park West for coverage consideration. Offering 2,367-square-feet of elegant living space, soaring ceilings and eastern and western exposures, the home features incredible views that stretch over Central Park, the Hudson River and beyond.

Upon entering, a large gallery takes you into a grand living room and library enhanced with brass moldings, beautiful bookshelves and built-ins, large pocket doors and floor-to-ceiling windows providing unobstructed views of Central Park. Opposite of the living room is the stunning primary suite offering floor to ceiling windows facing west. The room sized master bath is clad in Calcutta marble with a soaking tub, walk-in glass-enclosed shower and double vanity. Additionally there is an enormous walk in closet and two additional outfitted closets. The secondary suite has views facing West and an on-suite limestone bathroom. The unit also has a beautifully appointed powder room, white oak floors, custom moldings and brass accents. All new lighting, humidification system, built in speakers and motorized shades. The gourmet eat-in kitchen is equipped with Sub Zero, Bosch Oven, Thermador cook top, black Corian counters and beautiful cabinetry.

Ariel Cohen of Douglas Elliman is the listing agent.

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1 Clinton Street, 36B

Residence 36B, priced at $8,925M and designed by Jason Saft of Staged to Sell Home, an award-winning firm based in Brooklyn, spans 4,241 square feet, offering five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows allowing panoramic views of the city's skyline.

Developed by The Hudson Companies and designed by Marvel Architects, the tower offers 134 modern homes with an array of amenities, including a 24-hour concierge, a Sky Lounge with a full entertaining kitchen, landscaped terrace with grills, a fitness center with a yoga studio, a sauna and hot tub, a children's center, a multimedia lounge, a screening room with music rehearsal space, private storage and parking. One Clinton also includes the new state of the art Brooklyn Heights Public Library, which opened last week. 

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1289 Lexington, Apartment 10B

Apartment 10B at 1289 Lexington is an elegant 3,078’ four-bedroom, four-and-a-half bath home with 10’ ceilings and extraordinarily large windows, allowing southern and western light to fill the apartment. The corner living room has the dimensions of a loft and flows into an open, windowed kitchen that features Gaggenau appliances, a grand marble island, custom walnut cabinets, and a vented stove hood. Each of the four bedrooms is much larger than those typically found in new developments and there are four walk-in closets. The bathrooms feature slab and mosaic marbles in a light, serene palate. Perfectly centered between two parks, and next to myriad forms of transportation, Apartment 10B is an oasis of quiet and light amid the wonderful excitement of Manhattan. With a complete suite of onsite amenities and the service for which Zeckendorf buildings are renowned, 1289 Lexington is a perfect synthesis of good living and good value.

1289 Lexington is the newest addition to the Zeckendorf portfolio, joining such illustrious buildings as 520 Park Avenue, 18 Gramercy Park South, and 15 Central Park West. The new 18-story tower, designed by the esteemed HOK Architects, with bespoke interiors by Architectural Digest 100 Designer Lee Mindel of SheltonMindel, offers incredible spaces in which to live. The limestone-clad tower provides grand proportions, oversized bay windows, soaring ceiling heights, and some of the best closet space in Manhattan.  

Each of the 61 residences was thoughtfully designed for comfortable living. Primary bedroom suites include large walk-in closets and marble baths. Kitchens feature marble islands, custom walnut cabinetry and Gaggenau appliances including gas cooktops with vented hoods. Each home includes a four-pipe heating and cooling system with Nest controls and private laundry with a vented dryer.  

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The Best Canned Drinks To Enjoy All Summer

Summer is here and we can’t wait to be on the go. Travel is at a high and what’s better to have a drink in hand. Literally these canned drinks are everything you need while heading to your next bbq, beach day, or in the uber to the airport. See our favorites and drink up!

Ketel One Botanical Vodka Spritz

A first-of-its-kind vodka spritz with no carbs, no added sugar, no artificial flavors or sweeteners, the Ketel One Botanical Vodka Spritz is made from 100% non-GMO grain and is only 89 calories per serving*. Bubbly, bright, blooming with the flavor of real botanicals, and inspired by Ketel One Botanical, the sensory drinking experience of the Ketel One Botanical Vodka Spritz elevates any occasion – especially for on-the-go – unfolding with fresh, flavorful taste and robust scents in every sip.

The Ketel One Botanical Vodka Spritz is available in all three award-winning Ketel One Botanical varietals, Peach & Orange Blossom, Cucumber & Mint, Grapefruit & Rose.

Avaline Canned Rosé

Already beloved for its delicious taste, Avaline Rosé is not available in perfectly portioned 250mL cans. Avaline Rosé is a vegan-friendly wine by Cameron Diaz and Katherine Power, offering a light and fresh mouthfeel with flavors of melon and zest to bring the wine’s light pink hues to life. Made with organic grapes and free of unnecessary extras like sugars, colors, and concentrates, this fruit-forward French wine ideal for any time, whether it is cozying up inside or spending an afternoon in the sun with your best friend.13% ABV

BABE 100 Rosé

Real talk: we know people love the light refreshment and lower calories that seltzers offer, but some people just prefer the taste of wine. Enter, BABE 100. With the crisp and delicious taste of wine, 100 calories and 6.9% ABV, what’s not to love? Each can of BABE 100 is equal to one full glass of wine and is perfect to grab and go for any occasion. It’s made for everything from beach days spent with your whole crew to wine nights watching cheesy rom-coms with your best friend. Even better, BABE 100’s lavender can is easy on the eyes and sure to pop in those Insta stories.

Normadica Adventure Pack

Sommelier-curated canned wine from Nomadica? Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ with your besties or packing for a beach picnic, Nomadica is your perfect party companion.

Instead of cheap beers or hard-seltzers, elevate your start-of-summer soiree with Nomadica’s convenient canned wines. With minimal sulfur and zero sugar you can enter the season without a hangover and can enjoy guilt-free sippin’ as Nomadica wines are sourced from vineyards committed to responsible farming practices with no chemical manipulation.

Flying Embers

This drink takes your traditional mimosa to the next level. Each sip contains a subtly sweet combination of juicy citrus notes and the natural tang of kombucha, finished with hints of tropical passionfruit and guava. (6.9% ABV)

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Private Getaways: Balconies, Terraces, and Roofdecks For City Sunbathing

Things are heating up in New York City and many people could use a private getaway to soak up the sun and warm weather. I previously wrote to you about gorgeous, one-of-a-kind properties that include fabulous balconies, terraces, and roof decks, and I’m reaching back out to you with some more! But that’s not all: like a designer's dream, each property is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities, making both of them perfect for entertaining. 

Check out these luxury listings with incredible terraces:

300 Central Park West, Unit 19D

300 Central Park West, Unit 19D, $19,500,000, listed by Michael J. Franco of Compass This one-of-a-kind, sprawling duplex has a bird’s-eye view of Central Park. It comprises 6,300 square feet, six bedrooms, seven baths, and includes an 800 square foot terrace boasting views of Central Park, the Onassis Reservoir, Fifth Avenue, and the Midtown skyline. The primary bedroom has another terrace, and it also includes a massive, 24-foot walk-in closet. Other highlights of this fabulous property include a media room, a plethora of storage, pristine condition prewar fixtures, central air, and a humidification system. 

120 East 87th Street P22

120 East 87th Street, $17,995,000, listed by Victoria G. Hersh of Coldwell Banker Warburg: Dine al fresco on this property’s 2,725 square foot wraparound terrace! The outdoor space includes timed lighting and irrigation, charcoal and electric grills, and an outdoor shower. The interior is equally extraordinary — after entering through the private elevator landing, you are met with a Parisian-inspired interior. The floor-to-ceiling, south-facing windows flood the apartment with lots of natural light throughout the day. Plus, the primary bedroom includes a sweeping walking closet, a spa-like bath, and a light-filled dressing room. Other unit amenities include electric blinds, and five-zone central heating and air-conditioning.

45 Park Avenue, Unit 1702

45 Park Avenue, Unit 1702, $4,500,000, listed by Michael J. Franco of Compass : Buyer beware! You’ll fall in love with watching the sunset behind the towering Empire State Building from this home’s gorgeous terrace! This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home is nestled in one of Park Avenue’s only new construction condo buildings. The living room is adjacent to the private, landscaped terrace, which has views that will capture the heart of any New Yorker! There’s an open kitchen, with custom cabinets and new Caesarstone counters, and the bedrooms are all delicate and filled with light— one even has a fireplace!

316 West 22nd Street, Apt Garden

316 West 22nd Street, Apt Garden, $1,875,000, listed by Judith B. Thorn and Joy Grossman of Coldwell Banker Warburg: Can you imagine perfect spring garden party vibes? Located near the High Line, Hudson Yards, and more, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit is all about its 650-square-foot south-facing private garden. But there’s also a gated private entrance, a gracious foyer, and a wood-burning fireplace in the large living and dining room. From there, enter the private garden through sliding doors. The primary bedroom has its own view of the garden, and both bedrooms have their own ensuite renovated bathrooms, ample closet space, and extra privacy.

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Rumtastic Summer Cocktails

Annabella Pardo

Grab your sunnies and swimsuits, it is Officially Summer. To kickoff the spectacular season we’ve rounded up our favorite rum cocktails to stay hydrated and chilled under the sun. Now, can someone please pass me a mojito, thank you!

Photo via @kachacaspirits

Miami's perfect caipirinha starts with Kachaça! Kachaça (pronounced kah-SHAH-sah) is a bold American spin on Brazil’s favorite spirit, cachaça. Born in Brazil and bottled in Miami, our authentic cachaça was made to stand out in a crowd. From the colorful, party-pounding streets of Rio de Janiero to the neon lights and 24 hour action of South Beach, there's nothing subtle about a drink made with Kachaça! Simply quarter a big juicy lime with some sugar, top with ice and Kachaça! and sip the spirit of summer.

​A taste of the tropics for all year round, so even if you’re relaxing at home this cocktail is sure to bring the feeling of a tropical vacation using Franklin & Sons Guava & Lime Soda

INGREDIENTS:

• 50ml Coconut Rum

• 20ml Fresh Lime Juice

• 15ml Sugar Syrup

• 6-8 Fresh Mint Leaves

• Topped with Franklin & Sons Guava & Lime Soda

Place the mint in a highball glass and add all the ingredients before topping with Franklin & Sons Guava & Lime Soda, give it a stir and enjoy!

Photo via @big5rum

Big Five Coconut Rum Everyone loves a good mojito, but have you tried a Coconut Mojito? The bright lime and mint complement the tropical coconut flavor of our rum and create a delicious coconut mojito that is perfect for a hot summer day at the beach!

INGREDIENTS

1.5 oz Big Five Coconut Rum
1 oz  Fresh Lime Juice
6 Mint Sprigs
2 tsp White Cane Sugar
Soda Water

Mix mint springs, sugar, and lime juice to an empty glass and muddle. Add Coconut Rum, stir and fill the glass with ice. Top with soda water. Light stir to mix, then enjoy!

Photo via @donqrum

For National Mojito Day on July 11, Don Q offers a twist on this Cuban classic with a sweet addition of fresh raspberries that will elevate the summer beverage palette. 

Don Q Raspberry Mojito

Ingredients

1 oz Don Q Cristal Rum 

1 bunch of fresh mint leaves 

¾ oz of fresh lime juice

3/4 oz simple syrup (recipe below)*

1 splash of champagne or sparkling wine 

4 fresh raspberries 

Preparation 

First muddle raspberries, then mint. 

Add rum, lime juice, simple syrup and ice then shake vigorously. 

Strain into a Collins glass filled with ice and top it with a splash of champagne or sparkling wine. 

Garnish with raspberries up to your discretion. 

Photo via @vistaencantadaresort

Sip on a rum and fruit juice cocktail called, Tropical Diamond crafted at Ático Rooftop at Vista Encantada Spa Resort & Residences.

You will need:

1 1/2 oz White Rum

3 oz Orange Juice

1 1/2 oz Mango Juice

1/2 oz Grenadine

Tajín Fruit Seasoning

Photo via @nevisnaturally

The Killer Bee cocktail is the most famous drink on Nevis and one of the most famous drinks in all the Caribbean. This cocktail is only crafted at the famous Sunshine’s Beach Bar on the Pinney’s Beach. The exact recipe is kept a secret by Sunshine himself.

You will need:

2 Tablespoons Honey

Squeeze of Lemon

1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper

1/4 Cup Club Soda

1/2 Cup Light Rum

1/2 Cup Passion Fruit Juice

Splash of Bitters on Top

Nutmeg, Starfruit and Lime for Garnish

Conspiracy with the Sun made with Rhum Barbancourt 8 Years by @theresidentmixologist
2 oz Rhum Barbancourt 8 year
⅔ oz fresh lime juice
¾ oz pear and rosemary simple syrup
1 tsp amaretto liqueur
Garnish with pear slices.

From The Fox Bar & Cocktail Club in Nashville, TN, the Fox Daquiri is a refreshing summer cocktail with plenty of warm-weather flavors featuring a delicious blend of Appleton 8 Reserve, Rhum Clément & El Dorado 5 Rums, lime stock, pineapple skins, sea salt, sugar and lime oil.

The Roller Rink– Sailor Jerry spiced rum, Passoa passionfruit liqueur, ginger, cherry, lime . Found at the Peachy Keen, the grooviest new eatery in New York City.

Photo via @zacaparumusa

Zacapa No. 23 Rum with fresh summer fruits is a perfect sip by the pool.

Playa Blanca

Ingredients:

1.5 oz Zacapa No. 23 Rum

0.75 oz Pineapple Juice

0.75 oz Lime Juice

0.75 oz Simple Syrup

Coconut Milk

Sparkling Water

Pineapple Wedge & Fronds

PREPARATION

1. Add Zacapa No. 23 Rum , pineapple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to a shaker with ice.

2. Shake well and double strain into a highball glass with fresh ice.

3. Froth coconut milk in separate bowl with a frother or whisk until airy.

4. Top cocktail with a splash of sparkling water and coconut foam.

5. Garnish with pineapple slices and fronds.

Photo via @donpaparum

Rum Hibiscus Cocktail

Recipe:

Botanica Obscura
2oz Don Papa 7yr Rum
3/4oz Lemon Juice
1/2oz Hibiscus Syrup (1 cup of fried hibiscus leaves / 1qt. of sugar to 1qt. of boiling water - add leaves, steep for 1 hour)
1 dash of Bittermens Mole Bitters

Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a chilled coupe. garnish with an edible flower. Delicious!

Photo via @pink_house_alchemy

Mojito

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Pink House Alchemy Winter Mint Syrup

• 2 oz rum

• lime wedge

• 3 fresh mint sprigs

Method:

1. Muddle lime and mint in the bottom of shaker. Add syrup and rum. Shake on ice.

2. Pour onto fresh ice.

3. Garnish with mint and lime.

4. Top with a splash of soda water.

Photo via @drinkcandela

Candela Mamajuana, the first brand to share the DR’s magic elixir with the world, is perfect for mixing up a refreshing cocktail to enjoy by the water this summer.

Mamma Tai

Ingredients:

1 1/2 ounce Candela Mamajuana
3/4 ounce orange curaçao
3/4 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed
1/2 ounce orgeat

Preparation:

Add all ingredients and ice into a cocktail shaker. Shake and pour over ice in a hurricane glass. Garnish with fresh pineapple.

Photo via @drinkcandela

The Mijita

Ingredients:

3oz Candela Mamajuana

1 tbsp Sugar

5 Fresh mint leaves

2 Lime wedges

Soda water or Sprite

Directions:

Muddle all together and top off with soda water or Sprite.

Hurricane at Canary Club, a classic, tropical cocktail known for its New Orleans roots, Canary Club's Hurricane features a mix of Caribbean Rums, Passionfruit, Orange, Lemon, and Grenadine.

Ingredients:

2 oz Caribbean rum

1 oz fresh pineapple juice

0.75 oz fresh orange juice

0.75 oz fresh lemon juice

0.75 oz homemade grenadine

0.5 oz Chinola passionfruit liqueur

Combine ingredients in a shaker and shake hard over ice, pour and serve in Hurricane Glass.

Photo via @jpsdelights

Spiced Blueberry Jam Cocktail

Prep Time: 5 minutes, Servings: 1 drink

Ingredients:

• 1 ounce white rum

• 1 ounce pineapple juice

• 2 tablespoons Spiced Blueberry Jam

• ¼ ounce lime juice

• 2 dashes hibiscus bitters

• Fresh blueberries, to garnish

• Lavender leaves, for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with a few large ice cubes. These will be important to incorporating the jam into the cocktail. Shake vigorously, until the shaker is frosted over. Strain into prepared glasses and garnish with fresh blueberries.

Summertime is officially here and Miami temperatures will reach an all time high. There's no better way to beat the heat than with a refreshing cocktail (or two) in hand at one of Miami's biggest outdoor oasis, Wynwood Marketplace.

Available at thedeck at Wynwood Marketplace, Pineapple Upsidedown Island Boi

Ingredients:3 oz Spiced Rum

1.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice 

1 oz Cold-Pressed Pineapple Juice

1.5 oz Toasted Coconut Orgeat

Coco-Pandan 

Courtesy of Jazz Moralez, Beverage Manager at Kimpton Canary’s restaurant Finch & Fork (Santa Barbara, CA)

·      1.5 ounce Bacardi Rum

·      .75 oz Pandan Simple Syrup

·      .25 oz Lime Juice

·      2 oz Vita CoCo Coconut Water

·      Garnish: Pineapple Frond and sugarcane stick

·      Glass: Highball 

Instructions: Combine Rum, pandan syrup, and lime juice with ice and shake. Strain into highball glass over fresh ice. Top with Vita Coco coconut water. To make the pandan Simple syrup, brew 1 cup of pandan tea, and let it steep for 10 minutes, then pour into a blender with the loose leafs, along with 1 cup of spinach an 1 cup of sugar, blend thoroughly and strain. 

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Inside The LongHouse Talks with Bjorn Amelan, Lee Skolnick, Alexander Polzin

Conversations with artists and thinkers have a long history at LongHouse Reserve – its founder Jack Lenor Larsen was a great conversationalist -- and a new series entitled LongHouse Talks continues this tradition. Over the 2022 season, Director Carrie Rebora Barratt leads conversations with artists, architects, designers, dancers, musicians and other thought partners in living with art in all of its forms.

Artist Bjorn Amelan discussed his sumi ink pictograph pictures which hung like tapestries in the LongHouse Pavilion, some of which were painted at LongHouse.  As Creative Director of New York Live Arts,  Bjorn's shapes often reference bodies in motion, suggestive of archaic writing, seemingly both real and symbolic. His partner, Bill T. Jones, pointed out how “Bjorn’s pictographs are so often phallic” and joined in a lively q + a. 

German sculptor Alexander Polzin presented a chamber concert as well as a discussion of his sculpture Parthenope, an enigmatic bronze tree trunk with a secret gold-plated interior, an homage to the siren, on loan to LongHouse for the next two years. Well known in Europe as a director and designer of major opera productions, he presented the chamber concert as part of his program featuring the American quartet, Hammermusik, who premiered new music by Greek composer Konstantia Gourzi, who flew in especially for the occasion.

Still to come this season are Talks with Michele Oka Doner on July 9, Glenn Adamson on July 10, Cheng Tsung Feng on July 13, Moko Fukuyama, Edwina von Gal, Marren Hassinger, Fitzhugh Karol, and Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner on August 5. Macari Vineyards is the presenting sponsor for LongHouse Talks. Tickets are available at www.longhouse.org.

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Luxurious Plants For Your Home

Annabella Pardo

In a Gardening Insights Survey, 62% say they will be planting more in 2022, including 76% of Millennials. Gardening is here to stay, after the experience of lockdowns emphasized the need to connect and interact with nature while increasing general climate consciousness. Read below on what are the best and luxe plant and gardening products for a green thumb at home.

Photo via @plantproper

Plant Proper is a nationwide houseplant delivery company. Plant Proper launched amid the pandemic as the world stayed home and turned to plants for health benefits, self-care and to do good for planet Earth. Plant Proper makes the perfect gift for anyone with new restocks every Thursday at 4PM EST. As an added bonus, and with sustainability top of mind, all of the packaging is reusable or recyclable. “We’re thrilled that Plant Proper is a one stop shop for healthy and happy plants,” said Matt Aulton, Co Founder of Plant Proper“ We strive to give our customers a new, innovative way to purchase plants that’s fresh, convenient and affordable for everyone.” Guests can filter their plant selections by plant family, care, light and water types to select the best fit. Classic and popular plants that are available include: the Calathea Peacock, Philodendron Silver Sword, Philodendron Gloriosum, Monstera, Hoya, Pothos, Aglaonema, Sansevieria and much more varieties.

Sacred Soil Tonic is a highly effective all-natural liquid fertilizer for your Houseplants and Garden. Filled with readily available essential cold-extracted nutrients from organic food-grade herbs and rich plant and algae material, their Sacred Soil Tonic works together with beneficial microorganisms in the soil to stimulate your plant's natural immunity, enhancing Plant & Soil health.

SkyPots pot hanger kits makes it easy for plant lovers to enjoy beautiful hanging pot gardens without all the hassle and headache of DIY methods! Start a vertical garden in minutes with unique sets from SkyPots to plant what you most prefer to enjoy in the comforts of home or on your patio. Perfect for garden spaces of all sizes, including indoors and outdoors. Choose from a variety of sets that include hanging kits, accessories, and a set of grow chains. Also learn more about the Catch JR another nice addition to yourSkyPots experience. SkyPots are built to last with the environment in mind, as they are made with stainless steel metal parts and recycled post-consumer plastic. They are also shipped in plastic-free retail packaging. A great gift and starter kit to choose from on their site is the SkyPots Two Pack.

Elevated by a wood base, Olive & Cocoa’s gorgeous ceramic potager is overflowing with a variety of the most fascinating air plants. Expertly arranged and ready to display, Air Plant Garden is a stunning showpiece that's wonderfully easy to care for.

Olive & Cocoa Zebra Succulent Planter What’s black and white and green on top? Our Zebra Succulent Planter! Adorably shaped in the likeness of a zebra, our ceramic potager is expertly planted with a stunning variety of hardy, easy to care for succulents.

Olive & Cocoa Fairmont Succulent Planter Repeating stamped patterns on an alabaster hued ceramic potager give our Fairmont Succulent Planter distinct panache. Stylish and understated, planter is filled with a delightful arrangement of hardy succulent plants.

Olive & Cocoa Zoey Potted Plant Send a thoughtful gift that will add a fresh element to the home or office. Prominently featuring a hardy, low-light friendly ZZ plant, our Zoey Potted Plant is beautifully presented in a rustic metal potager to complement their décor.

Olive & Cocoa Queen Bee Modern Succulent Pay tribute to the queen of the hive with a lively gathering of succulents. Imprinted with the image of a bee on a ceramic potager, expertly arranged gem-tone succulents are a vivacious addition to every home.

Olive & Cocoa Hedgehog Hoedown Succulent A smiling quintet of happy-go-lucky hedgehogs gathers for a hoedown amongst lush, green potted succulents. Hardy and easy to care for, succulents are fully planted and ready for display in one oversized lightweight resin potager with a shiny metallic finish.

Wraxly Home & Garden has a premium product that is sure to excite and elevate the backyard decor for discerning gardeners. Looking for a fun and stylish way to garden? Look no further than Wraxly fabric grow bags! Fabric grow bags are becoming more popular each year. They got tired of seeing only black grow bags so they came out with a colorful two-tone design. In their product testing, they discovered the reason most grow bags are black is because the black fabric will hide the inevitable stains that will appear when your growing container is a porous fabric. They solved this problem by adding a waterproof liner that protects the colorful fabric, while the black lower portion of the bag allows water to drain like a regular grow bag.

Back to the Roots is the perfect gardening brand for those interested in gardening at any skill level! Veteran green thumb gardeners will thrive just as much as those just starting out because accessibility and being able to grow what you want, in a timely and fun manner is what Back to the Roots is all about.

Back to the Roots is used to this time of the year being as much about enjoying the outside as much as it can be enjoying the much welcomed AC, which is why they have offerings for both in and outdoors.

Organic Sunflower Grow KitWhat is a better representation of warmth than Sunflowers? Bring some extra light into your home by being able to grow your very own sunflower!

Organic Chili Pepper Grow Kit Did somebody say heat? Well just in case you were looking to add a few extra degrees, these homegrown Chili Peppers are guaranteed to do the trick!

Water Garden Duo For anyone who has started to be more conscious of the environment, this is for you! A self sustaining ecosystem that can not only sustain plant life but your very own fish as well is what this kit has to offer!

1-800-Flowers Majesty Palm Floor Plant

There’s no debating the stateliness of our Majesty Palm floor plant. Lush and robust with gracefully arched feathered fronds, with even moisture and daily misting, it will turn even the shabbiest space into a chic Shangri la.

1-800-Flowers Cactus Dish Garden

Bring a touch of Southwestern charm to any home décor with our easy-to-care-for cactus dish garden. A collection of assorted cacti and succulents come together in a charming Pueblo-design pot, creating a unique desert garden scape alive with eye-catching texture and color. 

1-800-Flowers Beachside Bliss Orchid & Succulent Garden

An at-home oasis, our garden of mini, double-stem white orchids are paired with a single succulent plant. Designed in an ocean blue planter featuring a soothing wave design, it’s a gift that captures summer’s carefree spirit in elegant-meets-exotic style.

1-800-Flowers Peace Lily Plant The peace lily is as graceful as it is useful. Its striking white blooms and lush green leaves add a touch of simple beauty, while helping to purify the air. Designed in an earthy, two-toned planter, this is the perfect plant for anyone looking to perk up their at-home decorating style.

Known as the Baby Rubber Plant, this petite, easy-care favorite features green, saucer-shaped foliage and arrives in a neutral planter, perfect for displaying on a desk or tabletop. Another perk of the Peperomia is that it can grow multiple “pups,” which can be cut to produce new plants.

Create an at-home oasis with this Bird of Paradise floor plant. This tropical frond features long, glossy, banana-like leaves to make a statement in any space. A neutral-toned planter adds to its versatile style.

Lovely, graceful, exotic. The elegant orchid has the unique ability to bring us closer to the people we love. With a long, delicate stem that reaches up to its striking, wing-shaped white or purple blooms, this stunning beauty will add warmth & serenity to their space. Displayed inside a sleek cube container, our unique gift is one they’ll enjoy for a long time to come. For the perfect complement, add the delicate fragrance of our orchid-scented candle from Michel Design Works®.

The Mass Cane features a thick, woody trunk with dark green leaves at top with a lime-green center stripe.

Plants.com Dreamcatcher Air Plant is beautiful for decor display. It’s botanical name is Tillandsia ionantha, common name is Sky plant. Origin from Mexico & Central America.

Plants.com Monstera Deliciosa Floor Plant Bush-like in shape with stems featuring large cutout leaves. The plant is potted in eco-friendly coconut coir soil made from coconuts.

Plants.com Fiddle Leaf Fig has a narrow stem with big, dark green, fiddle-shaped leaves.

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Inside The Brook in Downtown Brooklyn

credit to NQS Creativ

Witkoff and Apollo have officially broken ground on The Brook, featuring luxury rentals and transformative retail space in Downtown Brooklyn. With architecture by Beyer Blinder Belle and interiors by Bonetti Kozerski, the approximately 600 foot-tall tower will have 591 rental apartments with 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, and nearly 30,000 square feet of ground floor retail space and 12,000 of cellar retail space in the popular Albee Square area of Downtown Brooklyn. 

Attending the groundbreaking were executives from Witkoff, Apollo, Suffolk Construction, and Beyer Blinder Belle architects, as well as Regina Myer, President of the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership. 

“The groundbreaking of The Brook is another milestone in the continued evolution of Downtown Brooklyn, bringing more high-end retail to the streetscape and new residences in this sought-after location,” said Scott Alper, President & Chief Investment Officer of Witkoff. “We are honored to spearhead this monumental development in Downtown Brooklyn.” 

credit to Jason Maliha - (L-R) Scott Weiner of Apollo, Jordan Casella of Bank of America, Ben Gray of Apollo, Scott Alper of Witkoff, Craig Murphy of Witkoff, Adam Gottlieb of Witkoff, Lauren Witkoff of Witkoff, Regina Myer, President of the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership

“The Brook is going to be a great addition to Downtown Brooklyn’s Flatbush Avenue - one of the grand entrances to the borough,” said Regina Myer, President of the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership. “Downtown Brooklyn is becoming one of the best places to live, and 600 units right at the crossroads of the neighborhood will be transformative.”

The Brook and its retail spaces, including the prominent wraparound corner space at 555 Fulton Street, marketed by GoodSpaceNYC, will continue to add value to the neighborhood. The developers are working in partnership with the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership and Brooklyn-based architecture and design firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), to support their vision plan and new roadmap to transform Downtown Brooklyn by reclaiming its streets for greater pedestrian use and creating attractive, accessible public spaces, raising the bar for retail tenants. 

For more information, please visit BrookBK.com and follow the Instagram @thebrookbk for project updates.

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Tips for Beating the Summer Heat in an NYC Apartment

The summer heat in NYC shows no mercy. While some residents seek beach escapes and upstate retreats when the heat and humidity reaches its peak, others must learn to beat the heat in their own apartments or homes. Fortunately, a combination of self-care and home maintenance can alleviate a lot of the heat stress.

High temperatures can get you down if you don’t know how to manage them. Follow these tips to try to beat that heat in your New York residence.

Stay Hydrated

Dehydration is one of the leading causes of heatstroke, so be sure to drink plenty of water all summer long. And don’t rely on your body to tell you exactly when — high temperatures mean you need to be drinking water even when you aren’t thirsty. 

It is so easy to get overheated in that kind of weather, and it’s better to be safe than sorry. If you’re feeling particularly dehydrated, seek medical care and try to replenish with a sports drink that has electrolytes.

Dress Lightly

This one may seem obvious, but it’s important to keep in mind when you may be tempted to dress in heavier clothes for professional or aesthetic purposes. Wear clothing that is lightweight and comfortable to avoid overheating in NYC. 

What you wear matters, and the wrong clothing could be the difference between a good day and a bad one. Dress light even when indoors to help you be more comfortable at a higher temperature setting on your air conditioner, reflecting on your electric bill and helping you conserve energy.

Exert Energy Earlier in the Day

Summer heat means you might need to rethink your regular routine. If you can, make sure energy-exerting activities like walking to get groceries, exercising or dog-walking are completed in the cooler morning or evening hours.

The same goes for some household tasks. If you tend to save your chores for the afternoon, try to change up your routine to take advantage of earlier morning or evening hours. Otherwise, chores that use energy, like laundry or cooking, will increase heat and moisture in your apartment in those peak hot hours.

Staying cool and comfortable is worth a little rescheduling. Morning people and night owls will have an easier time thriving when the afternoon sun is unbearable.

Improve Air Circulation

Humidity can be extremely uncomfortable, and the last thing you want is for your city apartment to feel moisture-rich. Additionally, too much humidity can damage home features like cabinets and some types of flooring and increase the risk of mold, to boot. 

What can you do? First, if you have an air conditioner, make sure you choose an efficient routine for keeping your interior comfortable throughout the summer.

Be sure to consider the long-term effects of neglecting proper air conditioning maintenance, as the cost to replace AC units can be substantial, making regular upkeep a more economical choice in the long run.

Further reduce your apartment or home’s humidity by using fans or dehumidifiers. 

Again, avoid water-intensive chores in the hottest hours. If you must take a shower midday on a hot July afternoon, make sure you have the proper ventilation in your bathroom. Vent fans will help reduce moisture and humidity in your apartment. 

Close the Blinds

Depending on where you reside, those pretty views of the city can be hard to cover up. On the other hand, the sun can make it difficult to enjoy when glaring into your loft and adding unnecessary heat gain.

Make sure you have the sun blocked from direct sunlight angles in your apartment during those peak day hours. Curtains and shades can do wonders for blocking off heat, even if you need to sacrifice some natural light. You can always venture out in the evening hours to enjoy the sights at a lower temperature.

Insulate Your Windows

Last but not least, insulate your windows. Protecting your windows will help lower your electric bill and keep that blazing heat out of your apartment.

You can cover your windows with bubble wrap or apply weatherstripping to keep cold air in and hot air out with an air conditioner. A cost-effective yet efficient way to keep cold air from escaping is to use white towels to reflect the sun’s heat. You could also tape aluminum foil to your windows to reflect the rays.

Do you own your home or apartment? You can get some insulated shutters, invest in cellular shades or install energy-efficient windows to better prepare for hot summer temperatures.

Try Some Furnishing Hacks

If you don’t have an air conditioner, a few tips and tricks can help you stay cool in hot weather.

Unplug everything you aren’t using in your house and close doors to rooms that aren’t in use. When in a pinch, sequesering off less-used spaces can make cooling with fans quicker and more effective. Another helpful tip is to set your ceiling fans to rotate counterclockwise so they push the air down rather than circulating it around the room. 

Beat Summer Heat in the City

NYC is known for its summer heat, but it’s manageable if you take care of yourself and prepare your apartment. Utilize these tips and tricks so you can still love where you live without getting hot and sweaty.

Author

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

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NYC Residences with Outdoor Spaces to Entertain this Summer

As summer quickly approaches, I thought you might be interested in a roundup of residential buildings in NYC with outdoor spaces perfect for entertaining this summer.

30 Kent Street

One of Greenpoint’s newest luxury rental developments, 30 Kent Street, features spectacular waterfront views of Manhattan’s skyline and an impressive suite of curated amenities including a gym, pool, outdoor recreation area, and a private rooftop deck, which serves as the ultimate private escape for tanning, working, or hosting a get-together with friends or family. 

The Edison Gramercy

Similarly, The Edison Gramercy, a condominium located at 250 East 21st Street, offers residents access to a thoughtfully-curated rooftop and yoga garden inclusive of flowering plants, furnished alcoves, and an outdoor grill station. With all-encompassing views of NYC’s iconic skyline, residents have the ideal opportunity to socialize and entertain this summer.

Silverback Development, 67 Livingston Street

Developed by Silverback Development, 67 Livingston Street is a collection of 22 full-floor apartment units in the historically renowned waterfront neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights. Outdoor amenities include an exclusive rooftop terrace where residents can take in the expansive cityscape, and front and backyard gardens perfect for relaxation and entertaining. Residents also have premier access to a Valentino Sole and Simone Zenardi-designed wine cellar, providing an optimal environment for wine storage and enjoyment all year round. 

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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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134 West 10th Street, PH

Introducing the Penthouse at 134 West 10th Street! Located in prime West Village on West 10th between Greenwich and Seventh Avenue South, this is the most unique duplex penthouses downtown with three incredible private outdoor spaces, one more spectacular than the next! For the first time in 14 years this one of a kind, ultra-luxurious two bed two bath, impeccably renovated, light filled apartment is now available for sale. With incredible attention to detail throughout and comprised of over 3500 square feet of luxurious indoor/outdoor space, this home is a must see! Features of the home include: a Nest system which controls your heating and cooling, Arapascato marble throughout the kitchen and bathrooms, Miele washer/dryer, Miele stove, Liebherr fridge and freezer, and a sub-zero wine fridge, all of which were custom built for the open kitchen. Upon entering through your private elevator access directly into the apartment you are welcomed into the inviting living and dining room space which features 9.5 foot ceilings and custom cove lighting throughout the kitchen and living room. The new owner will enjoy a 34 foot wide north facing terrace that spans the entire length of the living room which has a therapeutic Restoration Hardware water feature, tons of seating, and is surrounded by several

Arborvitae trees for privacy. When it gets too cold outside, you can cozy up to the gas fireplace in the living room. Anyone who appreciates design will love the furniture and artwork by Yves Klein, Massimo Vitalli, and the famous Claudia Schaffer photo. The custom dining room table was created by Misa Nakashima. The South facing master bedroom which is fit for a king has another private outdoor terrace, a wall of custom built out closets and oversized floor to ceiling doors which lead to a grand marble bathroom with fixtures by Boffi. The second bedroom surrounded by floor to ceiling reclaimed Snowfence wood, has a 55 inch Samsung TV and speaker system with Apple TV, comes equipped with two Murphy beds, two desks, custom closets, and backlit Shogi screen lighting. This two level entertainers dream home has a Sonos sound system accompanied by JBL speakers with music in the master bedroom, master bathroom, living room, and roof deck. As if that all wasn't enough....walk upstairs to your very own private 2,000 square foot landscaped, furnished roof space which has a built-in outdoor kitchen, Viking grill, cook top and beverage refrigerator. Kick back and relax with 360 degree open air views of downtown including a direct view of the iconic Empire State Building and the famous Jefferson Market. Please contact the listing agent directly with any questions or to schedule a showing.

Josh Lieberman of Douglas Elliman is the listing agent.

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53 West 53rd Street #23D

Now ready for its debut, Residence 23D is a 2,530-square-foot home offering two bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, south- and east-facing exposures and ceiling heights ranging up to 10'3". Currently listed at $5,750,000, this beautifully-scaled residence was furnished by stylish design firm IMG and offers a unique take on what luxury living within this iconic skyscraper could look like. Located on the 23rd floor of the 82-story tower, Residence 23D features a fresh color palette and incorporates a variety of natural textures and elements throughout to achieve a 'California-cool-inspired' abode set within the heart of Manhattan.

From the entry gallery, the generous corner living room is bright and airy with neutral pieces and floor-to-ceiling windows that artfully frame south- and east-facing views and are mimicked by a wall of grand, oversized mirrors that present a dramatic visual statement within the light-filled space. Multiple pocket doors separate the home's dining room, which is centered by a simplistic and modern pendant light, from the living space at one end and the bespoke Thierry Despont-designed kitchen featuring custom cabinetry by Molteni to the other, offering optimal flexibility and seamless entertaining.

IMG created serene oases within the gracious primary suite and secondary bedroom, both with luxurious, spa-like en-suite baths clad with high-honed Verona limestone with polished nickel Dombracht fixtures and picturesque east-facing views. Enveloped by calming wall colors and featuring furniture pairings that incorporate soft lines and natural materials mixed with classic silhouettes, the resulting spaces are luxe bedroom retreats that inspire a deep sense of relaxation. Completing the residence is a beautifully-appointed powder room.

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VU New York Penthouse B

Developed by Minrav Development, VU New York is a new luxury residential development that provides immediate occupancy with residents already moving in and more than half the building spoken for. Located at 368 Third Avenue at 27th Street, it rises from the center of four of Manhattan’s most popular neighborhoods: NoMad, Flatiron, Gramercy, and Kips Bay. The building provides convenient access to the surrounding neighborhoods’ dynamic offerings with the ease and convenience of walkability to areas bordering midtown, which is seeing a resurgence of activity as offices reopen.

VU New York is now offering a stunning collection of spacious 2- and 3-bedroom residences, and one of the premier listings is Penthouse B, a 2,926 square foot duplex home, perched on the 33rd and 34th floors to offer incomparable views. It is a 3-bedroom and 3.5-bathroom residence that is currently available for $10,995,000. Penthouse B showcases numerous key features discerning buyers are looking for today. It provides the ultimate in privacy, expansive outdoor spaces for entertaining and relaxation, generous floorplans with extra indoor spaces that can accommodate a proper home office, oversized secondary bedrooms and other spacious indoor areas. Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing is exclusively handling sales.

The grandeur of Penthouse B is expressed through the soaring 11 ft ceiling heights and the floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the magnificent cityscape in three directions, stretching from the Financial District to all of New York’s iconic towers. With an entire floor solely dedicated to living and entertaining, the adjacent private terrace showcases direct Empire State building views which completes this truly superior experience. The definitive aspects of this Penthouse are the open views and the optimal layout that was designed to maximize these incomparable panoramas.

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Our Favorite Open Houses 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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Upper West Side

WHERE: 210 Riverside Drive, Apartment 9AB

COST: $2,750,000

WHEN: Open House By Appointment Only: Saturday, June 11, 2022, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Description: A one-of-a-kind, stunning combination! This must-see, expansive 7-room corner apartment enjoys extraordinary light and epic scale. Uniquely situated along Riverside Drive, soak in direct sun, open city views and commanding Hudson River Views from this high-floor, approximately 2000 square foot home. Palatial proportions offer this apartment's new owner a return to an era of style and grace, along with the opportunity to re-configure the space into a four-bedroom masterpiece. Features include: 10' ceilings, original hardwood floors throughout, three updated full baths (can easily expand to 3.5 baths), built-in bookcases, two decorative fireplaces, and a windowed kitchen. Walls of picture windows highlight panoramic vistas of Riverside Park, the Soldiers & Sailors Monument, New Jersey and Lower Manhattan. $2,750,000. Represented by Scott Harris, Brown Harris Stevens.

Bedroom : 3

Bathroom: 3

Upper West Side

WHERE: 171 West 71st Street, Apartment #78B

COST: $6,250,000

WHEN: Open House: Sunday, June 12, 2022, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Description: This magnificent, one of a kind, eleven room home in the legendary Dorilton building is brimming with the exquisite charm of its era. Turn of the century details include high ceilings, French doors, inlaid wood floors, juliet balconies, stained glass windows and four fireplaces. Approximately 4,000 square feet offers the flexibility to accommodate all of your lifestyle needs. As soon as you enter through the gates of 171 West 71st Street you know you are somewhere extraordinarily special. Built in 1902, the Dorilton stands in its own class of iconic architecture. $6,250,000. Represented by Joanne Greene and Nada Rizk of Brown Harris Stevens.

Bedroom : 5

Bathroom: 4

Carnegie Hill

WHERE: 161 East 88th Street, Apartment 1E

COST: $1,195,000

WHEN: Open House: Saturday, June 11, 2:30 – 3:30 PM

Description: This sunny South-facing first floor apartment is raised above street level in a boutique pre-war co-op and move in ready. As you enter the foyer you are greeted by a stylish large windowed eat-in kitchen. With new quartzite countertops, attractive cabinetry with a dining bar for four, stainless steel appliances and a large pantry closet, this kitchen is a cook’s delight.

On the right, is a gracious sunken living room that gets terrific southern light through three large windows.  There is a separate home office (presently open to the living room) with a dedicated window that can easily be closed off to the living room for additional work-from-home privacy. The primary bedroom is large and has great closet space. There is an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom is well sized and the hall bath is designer quality. Hardwood floors and high ceilings add to the character and pre-war style with the modern conveniences of the new kitchen, baths and upgraded electric. $1,125,000. Represented by Susan Rubin, Fox Residential.

Bedroom : 2

Bathroom: 2