151 Central Park West, 7-W

Apartment 7 West in the Kenilworth, a 1908 French Second Empire architectural gem at Central Park West and 75th Street, seamlessly combines masterfully restored striking original detail: inlaid marquetry flooring, marble mantelpieces, hand sculpted plasterwork, wainscoting, pocket doors, and turn of the 19th century artistry with a floorplan consistent with modern living of today.

An 18 foot long windowed gallery welcomes you to this remarkable home. Floor to ceiling bookshelves complimenting 10 foot high ceilings set the stage for this singular apartment. Through the public corridor- the suite of formal living, dining, library, kitchen and study flow effortlessly, defined by soaring archways and framed by exquisite plaster and millwork. The corner living room is flooded with southern and western light- the 7th being the first floor to officially clear the adjacent landmark townhouses of 75th Street. The library was opened to the formal living room to create a space intimate but grand. The original fireplace and mirror remain, as does the leaded glass window of the former library that filters light through a third exposure. Appearing though restored mahogany pocket doors, the formal dining room has yet another period mantle and remarkable detail and will accommodate a gathering of any size in comfort and elegance.

The generous windowed, eat-in kitchen was thoroughly renovated by the masterful Campion Platt in a timeless design with abundant storage and workspace. White washed wooden and glass Smallbone of Devizes cabinetry, Corian counters, double glass front Sub-Zero and professional Viking stove will delight any chef. Off the kitchen is the ideal home office or staff room with washer/dryer and its own full bath.

The windowed bedroom gallery contains two ancillary bedrooms, each cheerful and bright with abundant closets and a corner master suite that frames a cinematic view of Central Park beyond the majestic belltower of the 1898 Universalist Church. The spacious windowed master bath is remarkably intact with pristine handcut tilework and bone porcelain fixtures.

The Kenilworth is one of New York's most architecturally significant co-operatives. Designed by Townsend, Steinle and Haskell with only three apartments per floor, it is known for its discretion and quietly elegant service along with its magnificently restored lobby and corridors.