508 LaGuardia Place, PH

A refined combination of original historic elements, industrial touches and sleek modernism make this 5,000 square-foot loft triplex with private roof deck a truly one-of-kind residence in the heart of Greenwich Village.

Indications of this notable residence's former sign factory past can be found throughout. In the beautifully renovated kitchen, for example, a large hole once used to transport signs between levels is now open from the kitchen to living room, allowing light from the massive rooftop skylight 40 feet overhead to flow effortlessly throughout the home. Sleek, state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances plus pale minimalist cabinetry, allows sunlight to take center stage in this large chef's wonderland, while a spacious formal dining room is situated conveniently nearby. A large bedroom suite with en suite bathroom and a huge walk-in closet flanks the rear of this floor, and a full guest bath, storage and a laundry closet add convenience.

Upstairs, iconic arched windows act as a focal point as dizzying ceiling heights rise all the way to the breathtaking pyramid skylight. Swaths of exposed brick add heft and texture to the airy living space, while exposed rafters accentuate the 30-foot ceilings overhead. There's another well-equipped bedroom suite on this level, and an industrial catwalk above adds square footage in the form of library spaces and a large den. At the rear of the mezzanine, you'll find a large home office, a full bathroom with closet and a spiral staircase that leads to the 2,000 square foot roof. With two massive interconnected decks, you'll enjoy plenty of outdoor space to relax and entertain surrounded by views of the downtown skyline, the delightful community garden across the street and the landmarked I.M. Pei NYU Silver Towers and Bust of Sylvette sculpture just beyond.

Called "one of the most architecturally distinguished commercial buildings" in the South Village Historic District, 508 LaGuardia is a Romanesque Revival building erected in 1891 for noted sign painters H. H. Upham & Co. The first residential occupants were Life magazine photographer Leon Kuzmanoff and his wife, who converted the upper floors to a work-live studio in the 1960s. This spectacular home is at the epicenter of coveted Greenwich Village living with the delights of Soho, Nolita and Union Square within easy reach. Mercer Playground and Washington Square Park provide ample outdoor space within blocks, and transportation from this accessible neighborhood includes C/E, B/D/F/M, N/R/W, 6 and 1 trains all nearby.

APARTMENT CAN EASILY CONVERT TO 3-4 BEDROOMS. OWNER WILL BUILD TO SUIT

APARTMENT CAN BE A LEGAL LIVE/WORK SPACE OR USED SOLELY FOR COMMERCIAL SUCH AS A SHOWROOM, HEDGE FUND, ETC

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