231 15th Street, 3-E

NEW TO MARKET! Come see what 1,090 sq.ft. looks like in this remodeled loft-like apartment at the Carriage House Condominiums, nestled quietly in the south Slope. With sophistication and insight into what a comfortable and well-designed home should look like, the owners hired the craftspeople at T&A Carpentry to first and foremost, create a kitchen that is practical, pretty and inviting. The kitchen was expanded into the entryway where the "triangle of efficiency" was achieved. Caesarstone countertops with waterfall edge were selected for the extra-long peninsula and on the opposite wall, and a Striato Olympico marble backsplash makes a handsome companion. Guests can relax at the breakfast bar while your inner chef revels in working with the very best appliances: Viking stove, SubZero fridge, Sharp drawer microwave, a deep Franke sink and a Bosch dishwasher. Wood-Mode cabinetry has soft-close hinges; custom-made walnut shelves keep cookbooks handy. Behind the kitchen is a laundry room with a Bosch washer and ventless dryer, a tiled floor and tons of storage (think "mini garage"!) A raised loft was converted into a second bedroom with a glass wall and custom millwork, including drawers, closets and a pull-out desk. The master bedroom has a gut-renovated en suite bath, designed with a walk-in tiled shower, marble bench and Grohe and Toto fixtures. Upgrades in the second bath include all new fixtures, as well. Floors were refinished, lighting was improved, wooden blinds and ceiling fans were installed throughout and storage was achieved in the most ingenious ways and locations. Luxuriating on the 90-sq.ft terrace off the living room is a glorious way to extend a soiree or begin a weekend brunch. And...the building has a charming cobblestone courtyard PLUS a spectacular common roof deck with Manhattan views galore!