South-facing and filled with natural light, the main living space is framed by three oversized windows and soaring 11-foot ceilings, creating an airy sense of scale rarely found in a studio. A working wood-burning fireplace brings warmth and character to the room, while custom-programmed dimmable lighting and walls finished in Farrow & Ball add another layer of atmosphere and refinement.
At the heart of the home is an innovative Ori Cloud Bed system that allows the space to effortlessly transition from living room to bedroom, dining area, or home office. At the touch of a button, a queen-size bed lowers from above, disappearing when not in use to reveal valuable living space below. Built-in charging, integrated lighting, and a custom floor-to-ceiling four-bay closet system provide exceptional storage without compromising the openness of the home.
The kitchen feels equally considered, pairing warmth and texture with functionality. A custom walnut countertop and extra-deep hammered copper farmhouse sink are adorned by antiqued copper hardware and end-grain mosaic wood flooring. Floor-to-ceiling cabinetry provides abundant storage, while a Fisher & Paykel speed oven, induction cooktop, and fully integrated full-size refrigerator and freezer complete the space.
Perhaps the home's most unexpected detail is the bathroom, concealed behind a custom floor-to-ceiling library bookcase with a hidden door. Beyond it, a dramatic Roman bathhouse-inspired retreat features an arched two-person shower with three distinct water features, including a Hansgrohe rainfall shower, Italian ceramic tilework by Marazzi Ragno, and a wall-mounted toilet tucked into its own private niche.
Throughout the residence, every inch has been thoughtfully activated, allowing the home to live far beyond the expectations of a traditional studio. Spaces shift effortlessly between sleeping, working, dining, and entertaining, while custom storage ensures everything has its place.
Set within an intimate six-residence townhouse with beautifully renovated common areas , the home offers a level of privacy and character increasingly rare in Manhattan. Pets are permitted on a case-by-case basis with Board approval.
Perfectly positioned in the heart of Chelsea, surrounded by some of Downtown Manhattan's best restaurants, galleries, shopping, and neighborhood favorites, this is a home designed for someone who values character as much as functionality: a distinctly New York residence where historic charm and intelligent modern design come together in an entirely unexpected way.
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The row houses portray the world-class architecture of Greek Revival, Italianate and Georgian styles. The population is both ethnically and socially diverse, which is reflected in the restaurants and retail businesses in the neighborhood.
Western Chelsea is the center of the NYC art world, where you will find more than 200 art galleries housed in rehabbed factories and warehouses, as well as in newly-constructed buildings.
While people of many different cultures call Chelsea home, it has been a mecca over the years for people in the LGBTQ community. One census reported that as many as 22% of its residents were gay couples. Eighth Avenue is a trendy area for LGBTQ-oriented dining and shopping. Although it no longer draws the LGBTQ population that it once did, Chelsea still has many popular alternative bars.
Chelsea is primarily residential, consisting of a mixture of diverse complexes, low-rise apartment blocks, tenements, townhouses, renovated row houses, and luxury high-rises.
Chelsea is an interesting and sought-after place to live, with unique clothing boutiques, restaurants, and delis representing cultures from around the world. In addition to its quirky establishments, Chelsea has fine dining restaurants and a vibrant, hip nightlife, which adds to its allure.
Chelsea is well-served by public transportation. At least six city bus routes traverse Chelsea. There are three NYC subway routes with stops on Seventh Avenue, three on Eighth Avenue, and two more on Sixth Avenue. The 34th Street - Hudson Yards Station opened in 2015 with its main entrance in Chelsea.