What To Drink This National Red Wine Day, August 28th

It’s always a good time for red wine,  especially on August 28, National Red Wine Day. Even during the hottest time of Summer one can enjoy red wine. Perfect for the grill, or a colder glass to sip and drink in the afternoon, we found red wines suitable for everybody. Below are our recommendations on what to drink this National Red Wine Day.

Riserva Ducale Tan

This fabled Ruffino wine has been on the most prized since it was first released in 1927. This wine is well balanced on the palate, with velvety tannins, firm acidity, and a lingering finish of rosemary. The blend is 80% Sangiovese - the most predominant and most famous red grape variety of Chianti - along with 20% Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Emidio Pepe, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo

A funky red that not only gets better as it breathes but pairs well with beef, veal, pork, and pasta. It has earthy mushroom notes mixed with red and black fruit notes. Wait at the 30-minute mark; it will be a mouthful of jammed fruits!

Robert Mondavi Winery Estates Red Blend Oakville 2019

A true reflection of place, this wine boasts rich, complex flavors and is made up of grapes from To Kalon Vineyard, the special site that Robert Mondavi chose for the winery in 1966. This red blend is made up of 49% Cabernet Franc, 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot and aged for 21 months in French oak barrels (100% new). Aromas of blackberry, cherry, toasted almond, bay leaf and mocha, lead to a palate of luscious ripe cherry and cassis with savory notes of dried herbs.

B&G Bordeaux Rouge "Cuvée Rambaud"

Deep red color with ruby highlights. Intense aromas of very ripe red fruit: blackcurrant, strawberry. When agitated, fine and elegant vanilla, toasty and roasted hazelnut notes appear. Extremely fruity and well-balanced, with rich and velvety tannins. Long and supple finish.

Pairs well with pasta in savoury tomato sauce, Tuscan-style veal chops, marinated steak, butter roasted chicken, all cheeses – Best served between 60◦F and 65◦F.

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What $1,650 Gets you In Prospect Park Brooklyn?

Ever wonder how much rent is in Brooklyn? Or what you can get for $1,650? Today we follow Youtuber Elena Taber as she she’s exactly that.

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Brown Harris Stevens Expands to Fire Island with Top Agent Glenn Rice

Glenn Rice. Photo Credit: Brown Harris Stevens

Brown Harris Stevens, is expanding to Fire Island with the addition of top agent Glenn Rice. For more than 23 years, Mr. Rice has worked at some of New York City’s largest real estate firms before launching his own independent brokerage service. He has lived and worked on Fire Island for the past four years.

“Fire Island is a natural extension of our Hamptons operation because as oceanside, largely seasonal communities, they both cater to similar buyers, sellers, renters, and lifestyles,” said Executive Sales Director Robert Nelson who oversees Brown Harris Stevens’ Hamptons sales offices alongside Philip O’Connell. “Glenn has the local knowledge and vast network to provide an exceptional real estate experience across Fire Island’s many unique locations.”

While Mr. Rice will be based out of The Pines, Brown Harris Stevens plans to bring on more agents in various towns across the approximately 32-miles long barrier island.

“I am thrilled to bring the Brown Harris Stevens brand to Fire Island where there is a real need for an established real estate company with local, national, and global reach,” said Mr. Rice. “Fire Island is such a welcoming place - and I believe undervalued as far as real estate goes. Homes right on the beach are a fraction of what you’d pay on the mainland and points east.”

Brown Harris Stevens’ expansion to Fire Island comes on the heels of the firm’s new Rhinebeck office opening  in New York’s Hudson Valley.

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Ready To Move: $5.75M Lakefront Compound Hits Market with Boat, ATVs & Fully-Furnished Inside-Out

Looking for the perfect move-in ready home? This completely turn-key $5.75M lakefront compound on nearly six acres in Middlebury, CT, (90 minutes from NYC) is being sold fully-furnished and thoroughly decked out, including a double decker pontoon boat with slide, ATVs, firepit and much more.

The compound is located at and 1 Bristol Road Middlebury, Connecticut and listed by Brown Harris Stevens agent Jill S. Sloane.

Stunning, turn-key, waterfront compound on 5.94 acres! Exceptionally rare opportunity to own an estate on Lake Quassapaug being sold with all furnishings inside and out, a double-decker pontoon boat, and much more to make this an incredibly easy move. Built by Beaver Mountain Log Homes of NY, there are 7 structures. The main residence; a 2 bedroom guest house; pool house w kitchenette & full bath; boathouse w office, 3 car garage w guest room, full bath, cigar and wine room; two story barn w full bath & loft; heated & cooled dog house w dog run.

Main house features open living for easy entertaining, soaring vaulted ceilings & large windows to enjoy the incredible view. The chefs’ kitchen has a large island, top of the line appliances, & side by side dining area. The primary bedroom is conveniently on the main level w full bath, walk-in closet and sliding doors to the covered rear porch. On the upper floor, there are 4 additional generously sized bedrooms, 2 full baths, an office/sitting room and loft space.

The lower level boasts a media room, wet bar, rec room, full bath and 2 laundry rooms. The outdoor entertaining space has a Gunite infinity pool and spa and a covered rear porch overlooking the lake.

There are patios, stonewalls, professionally landscaped gardens, and large dock for boating, fishing, swimming all at your own private lakeside lodge!

You are just 90 minutes from NYC. This is a property you have to see to believe-words cannot describe all it has to offer!

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Wines You Can't Miss Out On This Month

Each month we scour the world for some new wines that we can’t wait to share with you. From Long Island to New Zealand, no wine is off-limit. Perfect for a night in, or a collector’s piece for your top shelf, here are our favorite wines for August.

Luretta Boccadirosa

Together with a selected number of Malvasia di Candia Aromatica, Boccadirosa by Luretta is a sustainable wine that brings the unicity of a gem-terroir to all the senses.  

Herbs from the Mediterranean combine, in this wine, to vivacious aromas of elderberry, dried lemon peel, acacia and marzipan, resulting in a complex, rounded, and full-bodied white that is ideal to be sipped during summer as well as colder seasons. 

Unánime Chardonnay (SRP: $24.99)

From Mascota Vineyards, Unánime Chardonnay (SRP: $24.99) shows aromas of spiced-apple, peach, ripe-mango and nutmeg. It is full-bodied with crisp acidity and a creamy, dense texture which helps it pair deliciously with hearty Crab Cakes topped with a Remoulade Sauce or a fresh Chicken Pecan Salad.

The Beach by Whispering Angel 2021

The energetic ‘little sister’ to Whispering Angel, The Beach is perfectly balanced with subtle, fruity notes and exceptional length. Clad in a lighter glass bottle, this new wine launched this Spring with a coastline-cleanup initiative aimed at preserving the world's beaches.

Mezzacorona Ventessa Pinot Grigio Rosé

Healthy. Sustainable. Hand-picked.

Pinot grigio is a grape variety which has found its ideal home in Trentino, a land which allows it to express its full potential. This unique alpine context in the wine growing world brings out Pinot Grigio’s different styles thanks to the pedo-climatic environments in which it is cultivated, characterized by soils, exposure and altitudes, characteristics which make Trentino an immense, natural, and environmental mosaic!

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Tips For Curating Art for Your Luxury Apartment

There are few things in a young adult's life that scream "luxury" more than living in an apartment in New York City with fine art. Someday, you might move on from your seventeenth-floor flat with happy memories in tow, but your artwork will always come with you.

It’s becoming the latest design must-have as well. According to Yelp's 2022 Home Trend Forecast Report, there was an increase of 181% for art installation search terms, indicating a shift toward creativity and self-expression in interior design.

Meanwhile, Sotheby's 2021 Historic Year In Review saw a 78% expansion into the 40-and-under demographic — a new trend for art market audiences. However, despite its importance to home design, art is often an afterthought for many people.

For those who prefer the finer things in life, it may be best to reconsider your stance on incorporating visually-pleasing pieces into your space. Here are five tips for curating art for your luxury apartment.

1. Choose Your Mood

Anybody with a Pinterest account knows the addiction of pinning design inspiration for your dream home — what starts as a few minutes to pass the time ends up being hours later.

Creating a separate board for art is an excellent way to discover your preferences, especially since the first step to curation is uncovering what feeling you want to elicit in each room. Do you want to create a bright and sunny mood, a relaxing sensation or something dramatic?

Maybe you have an affinity for color or wild prints to pop against a white wall or neutral furniture, creating an adventurous vibe. On the other hand, you might prefer your artwork to blend into the space or to make a gallery wall for a more organized atmosphere.

Figuring out the mood you want to convey is essential before selecting paintings and sculptures to fill the space. Studies show art promotes the aesthetic-emotional experience, activating the self-rewarding nature of the brain and stimulating pleasure, health and well-being.

2. Start Small

Filling your rooms with large paintings and ornate sculptures can overwhelm your senses. Each piece will fight for attention and the whole area will feel a chaotic mix of designs.

Start small and look for ways to utilize artwork to brighten overlooked areas in your apartment. You might be surprised by the massive impact smaller pieces can have. Additionally, acquiring your collection one piece at a time allows you to uncover your artistic tastes while experimenting with ways to fill awkward corners and spaces with visual intrigue.

You can find bronze sculptures for sale here or through an online search, plus plenty of painting selections. Be sure to mix up your mediums not only to avoid monotony but also to help you discover what impresses you.

3. Be Particular

Art curation can be overwhelming when you’re beginning your collection. Going piece by piece is a gentler approach to becoming an art enthusiast, but being selective about your choices is also critical. You might risk a massive design faux pas if you purchase all of your art at once.

Purchasing your first work of art is the stepping stone to creating an immaculate collection for your luxury apartment. Your first piece may be an obvious choice for you, so build off that painting, print or sculpture to shape the rest of your art design.

Figuring out how to illuminate what you acquire is just as important — particularly in dark areas where it might get lost. Consider the finishes and decide what sort of lighting works best. For instance, framed acrylic paintings, watercolors and photographs may require LED lights to prevent glare and shine from the glass.

4. Budget

Art can be expensive — and as a young adult just starting to source art, you might be seeing dollar signs everywhere.

Any art collector will agree you don't have to fill your apartment with rare paintings from renowned artists and break the bank. Set aside a budget for your art collection and determine what you can currently afford. Wanting to add unique pieces to your space is understandable, but affordable alternatives are usually available.

For example, limited edition prints are original artwork an artist sells for a specific time in small batches. If you’re all about having something unique, try finding a few artists you love and research the next time they’ll be doing a limited run.

5. Buy Commissioned Art

The art sales market has increased 17% after a significant drop during the pandemic — and while there's been an uptick of 5.3 million more transactions since 2020, it's still below pre-pandemic figures.

Artists rely on collectors to earn an income. As such, commissioning your first significant piece may do two things — allow you to include a fully-personalized, unique work that stands out and support struggling artists.

Commissions are more accessible than ever as more independent artists find their way to online and mobile sales platforms, reaching broader audiences and deepening connections with art collectors. If an artist is open for commissions, inquire about their prices and what kind of piece you would like.

Surround Yourself With Beautiful Art at Home

Learning how to curate your art collection for your luxury apartment can tie together a design that speaks to your personality and passions. It also helps you create a beautiful space that feels like an art museum, heightening the atmosphere of daily life and any events you hold.

Use these tips to determine the best way to fill your home with art that speaks to your tastes and accentuates your living space.

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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.

Our Favorite Listing For The Week: With Views of Empire State Building

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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Madison House Residence 58A | $13,950,000

This 3,391 square foot four-bedroom, four and a half-bath residence opens into an elegant entry foyer, leading to a living and dining room encased with 10-foot tall windows with North, East and West views. Gachot-designed custom rift-cut cabinetry accentuates the open kitchen, with a honed Calacatta Borghini marble waterfall island and backsplash. Gaggenau appliances including a cooktop, combi-steam oven, convection double oven, refrigerator, and wine refrigerator outfit the kitchen. White oak 5-inch plank floors and 9-foot solid walnut doors are featured throughout the residence.

A private vestibule separates the living area from the primary bedroom suite, creating a sense of privacy. A chic walk-in closet designed by DDC with functionality and durability in mind, features reflective smoked glass, custom shelving and integrated LED lighting. The en suite master bath offers honed Bianco Dolomiti marble on the walls as well as floors, which are heated, with a custom Gachot-designed vanity and mirror. Platinum matte Dornbracht fixtures accentuate the vanity, Kaldewei tubs and Durivit toilet. A striking powder room with honed Calacatta Nuevo and Absolute black marble walls complemented by a Gachot-designed custom vanity with Dornbracht fixtures is situated thoughtfully off the entry foyer.

In the heart of stylish NoMad, Madison House offers unsurpassed panoramic views of New York City, where every residence has a corner window and 11-foot ceilings or higher. With architecture by Handel and interiors by Gachot, these homes start 150 feet in the air and soar to over 800 feet. Extraordinary views are forever in style.

Madison House offers a double-height attended lobby and 30,000 square feet of amenities. These include a spa with 75-foot lap pool, cold plunge, hot tub, steam room, sauna, and treatment room. A 2nd floor 2,800 square foot roof garden. 5th floor double height Gachot-designed private lounge and bar, 14-seat private dining room with a demonstration and catering kitchen, conference room, card room and reading room. State-of-the-art exercise room, separate yoga room, and 6th floor sports lounge with a golf simulator, billiards table and children’s playroom. One-to four bedroom residences in the heart of the stylish NoMad design district.

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96+Broadway, Launches Sales of Residences In Upper West Side

Sales have launched at 96+Broadway, the much-anticipated Upper West Side luxury condominium building situated on 250 West 96th Street, between Riverside Park and Central Park. Developed by JVP Management, a private real estate development and investment firm, and designed by NYC-based Danish designer Thomas Juul-Hansen, 96+Broadway delivers chic sophistication and timeless design—combined with a suite of premium amenities designed for modern living—to an iconic city intersection that is being redefined for generations of New Yorkers, both new and established. The 23-story building features a diverse mix of 131 skillfully-crafted residences ranging from one- to five-bedroom layouts with pricing starting at $1.395 million for a one bedroom.

“As a long-time Upper Westsider myself, this project was very personal. In fact, my family will live in the building when it is completed,” says the developer, Van Nguyen of JVP Management. “In taking on this project, we saw a truly unique opportunity to help define a prominent corner of the Upper West Side. Guided by the experience of living in New York, we wanted to develop a building which meets future residents’ needs while adding to and improving on the rich history and environment of the neighborhood.”

Achieving a balanced aesthetic that celebrates an iconic neighborhood, Juul-Hansen’s design for 96+Broadway incorporates elegant Jura gray limestone imported from sustainable German stone producer Franken-Schotter—a nod to the Upper West Side’s penchant for spectacular limestone Beaux Arts structures. Generous loft-like windows and staggered terraces create a sophisticated grid pattern paired with the limestone, ushering the past into the present through clean, modern lines that are accentuated by burnished bronze-finished framing. Inside, the building’s monumental lobby features soaring 20-foot ceilings, oversized windows that invite plenty of natural light inward, as well as a ground-level courtyard where residents can lounge outdoors. A centerpiece of the lobby is a striking welcome desk that was carved out of a monolithic block of Silver Travertine, emphasizing Juul-Hansen’s dedication to exquisite quality in his design.

Organic materials become a focal point in each home with open-plan living rooms that display extra-wide, 7.5-inch European white oak flooring and lead out into Juliet balconies or terraces with arched, custom-designed, bronze-finished balusters in select residences. Kitchens are defined by Italian-crafted solid oak cabinets and drawers with exposed dovetail joinery and earthy desert quartzite slab kitchen countertops and islands, as well as equipped with Sub-Zero Wolf appliances. Primary bathrooms are finished in heated herringbone-patterned Truffle White marble flooring and feature a Waterworks soaking tub (and fittings) enveloped by Bianco Dolomiti marble, which also extends its cladding to the walls and floor.

In addition to spacious, refined homes, 96+Broadway will offer an impressive indoor and outdoor amenities package with comprehensive wellness features. At basement level, a grand 75-foot saltwater pool features wall-to-ceiling geometric Hemlock wood paneling and travertine floors for a sauna-inspired experience; while an invigorating spa suite creates moments for indulgence and self-care without having to step outside of the building. For those who prefer an adrenaline rush, 96+Broadway will offer a fully-equipped fitness center and Pilates room as well as a regulation squash court with basketball hoop. Both the indoor pool and fully-equipped fitness center open to a sunken terrace, which allows natural light into the space. To complete the indoor amenities offerings, a children’s playroom and separate entertainment lounge provide spaces for residents of all ages to kick back and relax, while a music room furnished with guitars, a grand piano, keyboard, and electronic drumset facilitates any burgeoning musician—protecting the sanctity of peace and quiet for the rest of the family. Outdoors, an elegantly landscaped rooftop terrace boasts stunning views of the New York skyline and the Hudson River. Atop the expansive terrace, residents can enjoy a truly unique offering: an exclusive outdoor cinema that presents ample opportunities for entertaining along with cozy lounge seating and an outdoor kitchen with multiple adjacent dining areas.

Compass Development Marketing Group is the exclusive sales and marketing agent for 96+Broadway.

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"Selling the Hamptons" star Bianca D'Alessio Hosts Hamptons 30th Birthday Soiree At Parrish Art Museum

“Selling The Hamptons” TV star Bianca D’Alessio just celebrated her 30th birthday with a lavish soiree in the Parrish Art Museum in the Hamptons. The real estate star danced through the night with family, friends, fellow cast members, power brokers and Nest Seekers International CEO, Eddie Shapiro. Camera crews were spotted at the lavish event, as filming for Season 2 of the show is underway.

Photo’s courtesy of @captured_bynico

Bianca and her team, The Masters Division, had a lot of other successes to celebrate in addition to her milestone birthday, including recent record-breaking real estate deals they’ve achieved in New York City. The iconic Herzog & de Meuron Architects-designed venue in Water Mill was the perfect backdrop for special evening, which featured unique touches throughout - a Vintage Rose Hamptons Tap Truck, signature cocktails, light bites and passed canapes, music by DJ Aiden Jude, a lineup of enchanting cabaret and burlesque-inspired performances by dancers from The Box, cake by Master Sweets, a candy cart by The Candy Anchor and “Selling The Hamptons” beach bag essentials/takeaways.

Guests include fellow cast members and colleagues including Mia Calabrese (who was also celebrating her birthday!), J.B. Andreassi, Michael Fulfree, Kenny Arias, Peggy Zabakolas, Justin Mezzatesta and other tastemakers including founder of retail brand Island To East Side, Christina Carmona, dental influencer and founder of Maison BE luxury dental studio, Dr. Bridget Glazarov and more.

Healthy Protein-Rich Chili recipe for Your Next Cookout

Summer is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to celebrate the sunshine and clear blue skies than with a good old-fashioned cookout. If you are looking for a warm and hearty dish that provides protein-packed, nourishing ingredients, consider the delightful chili recipe found below.

Chili is an easy and versatile dish that has room to incorporate tons of different proteins and veggies. 

If you want to take your homemade chili recipe up a notch, consider adding a bone broth. This is a great, nutritious way to incorporate more high-quality protein. 

This additional protein can make the dish more filling and provide many essential vitamins and minerals.

Bone broths made from animals, such as beef, are rich in calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, and potassium. These minerals are essential for helping to maintain the health of our bones. You can also find bone broths made from fish, which contain a good source of iodine, an essential nutrient for thyroid health and metabolism [1, 2].

As you can see, bone broths and bone broth protein powders can provide more benefits than additional protein. 

The amino acids glycine and arginine in bone broth have provided significant anti-inflammatory benefits. Bone broth is also rich in collagen, a protein found in bones, tendons, and ligaments. 

When broken down into a liquid, this easily digestible compound can help to support joint health [3, 4].

For the weight conscious, bone broth is low in calories and high in protein. This combination allows you to get full by consuming less, just like a protein bar can provide a convenient and nutritious way to stay satisfied between meals.

This makes it the optimal ingredient to toss into any savory dish in place of regular broth or stock. Some studies have even found the collagen in bone broth to help increase muscle mass when combined with regular resistance training [5, 6].

Lastly, bone broth may also help you sleep. Studies have found that amino acid glycine can help you better relax. Regular consumption of glycine-rich foods, such as bone broth, can help to support more restful sleep and improve mental focus during the day [7].

Incorporating this convenient product into your routine improves your overall nutrition, but it also helps support a healthy weight, restful sleep, and more productive days. What’s not to love?

Aside from its myriad of health benefits, bone broth is incredibly versatile. 

Bone broths and bone broth powders, such as Naked Nutrition’s Naked Broth protein powder, can be easily incorporated into many different savory dishes, including soups, stews, chilis, casseroles, and more. 

To see how to easily incorporate bone broth protein into a dish, check at the bone broth vegetable chili recipe below.

Bone Broth Vegetable Chili

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 small yellow onion, diced

• 1 small zucchini, chopped

• 2-3 cloves of fresh garlic, minced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 2 tsp chili powder

• 2 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp oregano

• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes

• 1 (15-ounce can tomato sauce

• 1 (4-ounce) can green chilis

• 1 (15-ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

• 2 scoops Naked Nutrition bone broth protein powder 

• 2 cups low-sodium chicken or beef stock

Directions:

1. Place a large pot over medium heat.

2. Once the pot is fully heated, heat olive oil.

3. Once olive oil is heated, sauté diced onions and bell pepper until onions are translucent (about 2-3 minutes).

4. Next, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).

5. While the onions and garlic are cooking, combine the bone broth powder with stock, blend together until smooth. (You can also do this in a shaker bottle if you don’t have a blender or food processor on hand).

6. Add zucchini, seasonings, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, green chilis, kidney beans, black beans, and bone broth stock to pot and mix until well combined.

7. Turn the heat down to low and simmer covered for about 60 minutes.

8. Last, top with favorite toppings (recommended toppings include avocado, non-fat plain Greek yogurt, cheese, and/or cilantro).

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ODA Brings Signature Fractal Design to Billionaire’s Row

Yesterday, Construction has just started at 126 East 57th street, a project designed by architect ODA, with interiors designed by Gabellini Sheppard and developed by owner MRR 1326 LLC, a company owned by Anand Mahindra and Real Estate Developers Rotem Rosen and Zahi Hagag.

The site spans the width of a city block from 56th to 57th street, with a plan to erect a 175,000 SF tower. Almost all units would have private outdoor terraces, pixelating the cast-in-place concrete façade with projections and recesses. The residential entrance is planned to be on 57th street, bringing residents through a copper mirrored gateway into a 6-story tall atrium with views to a lushly landscaped courtyard. A gallery will lead residents to the lobby and access to the 28-story residential tower. An alternate entrance to the lobby would be through a porte cochere at 56th street for car drop off.

"This building brings a human scale, playfulness and visual interest to this upscale corridor of 57th Street,” Said Eran Chen, Founder and Executive Director of ODA. “As New York City slowly transforms Midtown East to a residential destination, we strive to offer a contemporary outlook for the taste makers and young professional buyers who value high design."

The unique footprint and layouts allowed ODA to prioritize multiple amenity experiences, a sprinkling of interconnected and intimate moments throughout the building, that will give residents a variety of spaces to relax and explore just a stone's throw from their front door. This ecosystem is designed to foster community in the building, enriching the resident experience.

The extravagant amenity package is planned to begin on the two sublevels, which will include an exercise room, sports court, indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam rooms. The 2nd floor is planned to have an intimate private lounge and kitchen offering residents an alternative study or work space, connected to a cozy furnished courtyard complete with an outdoor kid’s playground, a communal greenhouse and an outdoor cinema amphitheater overlooking the main entrance.

The 11th floor will offer a 3,350 square foot party room with prep kitchen meant for socializing and entertaining with access to a large, covered terrace with bar and private cabanas. The penthouse units on the 28th floor will have access to their own roof terraces through private interior stairs. The roof’s communal amenity terrace will give the building’s residents space to sunbathe and grill.

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5 Compromises You Should Never Make in an Apartment Search

Finding a new apartment is rarely an easy experience in NYC and almost no one finds one that ticks off all their boxes. If you have a mile-long wish list and can’t find the perfect place, it may be time to adjust your expectations.

Real estate in the city is hard to come by, so you might need to make a few sacrifices to find something you can live with. However, just because you need to let go of a few of your wish list items doesn’t mean you need to throw all your standards out the window.

If you adjust your expectations too far, you may end up with a source of extreme frustration. When searching for the perfect place, avoid compromising on these five items.

1. Your Budget

You only want to wiggle in your budget by coming in under your estimate. Before getting serious about your apartment search, sit down with your finances and decide on a hard number you don’t want to exceed per month.

Remember you may have other monthly fees associated with your living situation like utilities, insurance, parking or fees to use amenities.Of course, this is easier said than done in a real estate market where rents are rising and competition is heated. As of this summer, only 23% of New Yorkers can afford to pay the median rent price, and qualified applicants are queuing for available units in many neighborhoods.

In this scenario, the best move is to get a good picture of current rent prices and decide on your limit from there. This will give you time to think through your other expenses and make cuts to accommodate as needed. You’ll still go in with a plan to manage your total costs, and that helps.

2. Viewing the Exact Unit

You’ve found a perfect place online. It checks off everything on your wishlist and seems like a steal. You ask the landlord for a tour, but they tell you that one isn’t ready to move in yet. They can show you a similar unit in the meantime.

Sometimes deals seem too good to be true for a reason.

Steer clear of situations like this and avoid signing a lease for an apartment you haven’t walked through before. You could end up saddled with a unit in poor condition or utterly different from the one you toured. If you can’t see the apartment you want to rent, it may be better to walk away.

3. Proximity to Essentials

Location is everything, and it’s important to be realistic about what is important to you in a neighborhood. You’ll want to find an apartment close to your personal essentials. Are you a gym enthusiast or a Thai food addict? Look for space in a building nearby as many of your desires.

At the very least, you’ll want to be able to pick up pantry staples close by and do your laundry if machines aren’t available in your building. Being able to walk to a grocer or at least take a short subway trip will save you from lugging bags back and forth whenever you’re looking to cook.

You may need to compromise slightly when it comes to the wants on your list, but decide on the necessities you can’t live without and don’t wiggle on them.

4. Basic Amenities

Amenities can significantly increase the cost to rent in a particular building. While some are nice to have, you may be able to scale back on extras like in-house dry cleaning or a coffee cart. Weed through your list and sort them into “Nice to Have,” “Really Want” and “Must Have”.

After sorting, you should have a short list with just a few items you aren’t willing to negotiate. Perhaps you can let go of needing air conditioning, but a working elevator is necessary.

You should also check that basic appliances are included in the rental agreement, such as a stove, refrigerator and microwave. In-unit or in-building laundry is also a necessity if you don’t relish walking your laundry to a laundromat once a week.

5. Condition 

A good landlord knows the lobby is their first opportunity to make a lasting impression, so looking around can tell you a lot about the long-term maintenance of the building. If the entry is filthy and appears in disrepair, you can probably expect a similar lack in the rest of the building.

On the other hand, well-maintained communal spaces are a possible sign of a landlord who pays excellent care and attention to their facility.

Likewise, you want to find a unit that’s in good condition. If major repairs need to be made, walk away or get the landlord’s promise in writing to complete them in a timely manner.

Trust Your Gut While Searching for Apartments

Knowing where and when to compromise is challenging, as is the NYC market. However, you need to know what you are and aren’t willing to live with. Establishing what you refuse to compromise on will help you as you start your search.

Hiring an apartment broker can save you time in your search and help you find the right fit for you without making too many compromises on essential items.

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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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Andrew Feldman Joins Corcoran

Andrew Feldman

The Corcoran Group, announced today that Andrew Feldman is joining the firm. Feldman will be affiliated with Corcoran's East Side office on Madison Avenue, led by Senior Managing Directors Helen Monti and Tim Rettaliata. 

Feldman, who joins Corcoran from Compass, has over twenty years of extensive experience in the real estate industry. Having started his career in the commercial sector before shifting to residential and new development sales, he has achieved over $500M in lifetime transactions. Whether working with buyers or sellers, Feldman uses his keen negotiation skills to ensure his clients always receive the best deal. Always interested in going beyond, Feldman also leads the charge in adopting new industry technology to grow his business and service his clients. 

"Andrew has been an agent we've had our eye on for a long time, and we're thrilled to finally bring him on board," said Monti. "With his enthusiasm for new advancements in the industry and big ideas, he has already proven himself to be a great asset to our office."

Feldman remarked on his move, "I joined Corcoran because of the robust technology the brokerage offers its agents and the way agents are set up for success with incredible support from the entire team. Since I walked through the doors, everyone at Corcoran has been warm and welcoming, embracing me as if I were a family member. I'm excited to see what I can accomplish using its valuable tools and resources to push my business to the next level."

Andrew Feldman is a native New Yorker who started his career as a chef. He spends his time trying new restaurants in the city, enjoying the theater and live music, cooking for friends, and volunteering with organizations supporting children with cancer and wounded veterans.

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