41 Fifth Ave, 8-A

41 Fifth Ave, Apartment 8A — Glamour on the Gold Coast Architect Rosario Candela’s name is given much weight when discussing the pedigree and provenance of Manhattan’s finest apartment buildings. Primarily found uptown, from Park Ave to Riverside Drive, he’s associated with the best that New York has to offer. Rare, though, is one to find his fingerprints downtown. Enter 41 Fifth Ave — a Candela building wherein everything is exactly as it ought to be. Bathrooms have adjacent linen closets, kitchens have windows for ventilation, and rooms are grounded in elegant proportionality. The apartments are quite simply for lovely living and apartment 8A epitomizes that lifestyle. Entering into the gracious foyer, one is immediately welcomed into the beautiful oversized living/dining room. Nearly two feet wider than the average public room (indeed wider than even most other public rooms in this building), the living/dining room has the unique feature of an additional window at its end (three windows rather than two) allowing sunlight to pour in from Fifth Ave. The extra width makes an impact not only in its feel but also in its functionality – there are a multitude of ways to furnish the space. Off of the foyer in the opposite direction is an updated tucked-away powder room and classically renovated eat-in kitchen to satisfy even the most discerning epicurean. With copious amounts of cabinetry, a beautiful subway tile backsplash, updated stainless appliances, and two windows running along the length of wall, this is clearly a place where form and function have found a happy merger. Beyond these public rooms is a discrete hallway to allow some separation of space. Off of that hallway are two generous bedrooms – each with bespoke closets – and an updated but aesthetically appropriate hall bathroom. While the apartment’s soul is in its floorplan, there is a layer or luxury enveloping the apartment as well – from the calming color palate to the beautifully restored hardwoods to the meticulous built-ins, it’s a true sanctuary. This quintessential building lies within the boundaries of the one of the most well-regarded and splendid neighborhoods in the entire city – parks, eateries, and gourmet grocers are within a stone’s throw. And, of course, the fact that this full-service building offers a full-time elevator attendant, part-time doorman, central laundry room, bike room, and rooftop garden, is the proverbial cherry on top.