Elegant Contrasts: NYC's Latest Developments Showcase Timeless Black & White Interiors

In the ever-evolving world of interior design, certain trends emerge as timeless classics, transcending fleeting fashions to create spaces of enduring elegance. Among these, the black and white color palette stands out as a perennial favorite, offering a blend of sophistication, simplicity, and versatility. In New York City, a metropolis known for its dynamic and diverse architectural landscape, this classic combination is being embraced with renewed enthusiasm. Iconic developments like One High Line, Maverick Chelsea, 53 West 53, 547 West 47th Street, and The Astor are leading the charge, showcasing how black and white interiors can transform living spaces into works of art. These developments not only reflect the city's architectural heritage but also its forward-thinking design ethos, proving that in the realm of luxury living, sometimes the boldest statement is the simplicity of black and white.

One High Line

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Designed by the world-class Danish architect Bjarke Ingels, One High Line is a luxury condominium project spanning a full city block in Manhattan's West Chelsea neighborhood. One High Line is comprised of two sculptural twisting travertine towers, with interiors of the West Tower by Gabellini Sheppard and the East Tower by Gilles & Boissier. The interiors reflect a sophisticated use of natural materials and refined finishes, each selected to enhance the comfort of everyday life.

Primary baths at One High Line feature a stunning combination of Honed Arabescato Vagli, African St Laurent, and Honed Arabescato Vagli Oro marbles, creating a beautiful contrast in the space. The black and white marbles are complemented with a Kaldewei bathtub, NU-HEAT radiant floor heating, and a dual-sink accentuated with polished nickel fittings by THG. This masterful combination of materials elevates the bathroom's ambiance, and is designed with timelessness and elegance in mind.

Maverick Chelsea

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Located at the crossroads of New York City’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, where Chelsea meets The Highline and Hudson Yards, Maverick Chelsea presents an exquisite condominium designed inside and out by the New York-based DXA studio. The recently completed luxury development offers 87 distinctive condominium residences, each characterized by its unique charm. Residence 8A is a two-bedroom, two-bath home boasting a primary en-suite bath with a spa-like atmosphere and classic black and white color palette. In addition to the stellar white honed marble floors and chevron mosaic black porcelain accent wall, the bath features a freestanding soaking tub with separate glass-enclosed shower and radiant heated floors. 

53 West 53

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An impressive and unmistakable addition to the Manhattan skyline, 53 West 53 is the striking condominium tower rising 1,050 feet above the Museum of Modern Art. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel with interiors by the legendary Thierry Despont, 53 West 53 features 161 residences, including full-floor homes and duplex penthouses with private elevators. Residence 60B at 53 West 53 is a 3,132-square-foot three-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom home offering north-, south-, east-, and west-facing exposures. A standout space of the home is the bold primary bathroom that is elegantly appointed in polished Noir St. Laurent marble, a timeless and classic design. The dark marble adds style and sophistication to the design and the two separate custom carved vanities with custom Thierry Despont-designed polished nickel automated mirrors and the cast iron Lefroy Brooks soaking tub further add to the elegant yet serene atmosphere. 

547 West 47th Street

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Designed inside and out by the acclaimed Dutch-based firm Concrete, 547 West 47th Street is a transformative, move-in-ready luxury condominium located in the heart of Manhattan's West Side on 47th Street between 10th and 11th Avenues. The building offers 219 studio to two-bedroom residences with professionally-designed turnkey home packages available and features more than 30,000 square feet of massively scaled indoor/outdoor amenities and resort-style services known as "The West Residence Club." Residence 726 is a 1,022-square-foot split two-bedroom, two-bathroom corner residence with north and west exposures. The home's primary en-suite bathroom has an industrial feel while still boasting an elegant and timeless design. The striking custom matte black double-vanity and complementary matte black fixtures by Rohl create a bold focal point within the space that provides a crisp contrast against the more muted elements including the grey terrazzo flooring, pale grey ceramic wall tiles and honed grey marble countertop. 

The Astor

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Originally built by the legendary William Waldorf Astor in 1901, The Astor is now being restored and upgraded for the modern buyer while retaining the pre-war character and charm for which Manhattan's Upper West Side is known.

The baths are decorated with a stunning combination of Calacatta Gold, Tundra Grey, and Nero Gold marbles, each displaying unique veining patterns that add a touch of sophistication to the space. To complement the luxurious marbles, primary baths at The Astor feature statement-making oversized soaking tubs, a dual-sink vanity crafted from white oak stands as a focal point, accentuated with Lefroy Brooks polished nickel fittings. This masterful combination of materials elevates the bathroom's ambiance, are designed with timelessness and elegance in mind.

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1st Look Inside DDG's New West Chelsea Boutique Development

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532 West 20th Street is an intimate collection of only nine full-floor condominium residences emphasizing privacy and sanctuary in the center of West Chelsea’s influential gallery district, where neighbors include collector destinations such as David Zwirner, Gagosian, ACA, Tanya Bonakdar and Jack Shainman. Inspired by these surroundings, the building features a gallery-like exterior façade of exposed concrete and handmade, hand-laid bricks from Denmark’s Petersen Tegl.

"Today's luxury buyer in Manhattan is looking for larger living spaces, private outdoor areas and a more boutique lifestyle experience," said Joe McMillan, Founder, CEO and Chairman of DDG. "With only nine loft-like full-floor homes, private parking, direct elevator access and south-facing terraces for every home, 532 West 20th Street perfectly represents the desires of today’s discerning buyer. This rare new development in West Chelsea offers a discrete, truly bespoke residential sanctuary in New York's most culturally rich and architecturally distinct neighborhood."

From the private parking garage, residents have secure, direct elevator entry into their full-floor homes, each of which features a private south-facing terrace. The homes are ideal for buyers who desire privacy and discretion.

For 532 West 20th Street, Joe McMillan's DDG tapped frenchCALIFORNIA, who partnered with Magen H Gallery to curate an exhibition titled "The Collector: Le Gout Francais." FrenchCALIFORNIA outfitted the space with international mid-century and modern collectible design pieces with a particular focus on French post-war design, including pieces by Guillerme et Chambron, Pierre Chapo, Max Ingrand, Jacques Adnet, André-Aleth Masson and more.

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Take A Look At The Lantern House Penthouses

One of the most exciting new developments in West Chelsea had recently unveiled the newest penthouses just ready to be your new home. The Lantern House, Thomas Heatherwick's first residential project in North America nearing completion along the High Line in West Chelsea, had the most expensive penthouse at the project (with an asking of $18,975,000 million), a collection of penthouses at the striking building have now been listed. Priced from $7,975,000 up to $18,975,000, each of the penthouses features a large private outdoor terrace, providing extraordinary views across New York City. Closings at Lantern House commence this spring with occupancy anticipated later this year.

Below are mages of the $18,975,000 million penthouses that just went into contract, courtesy of Related Companies.

“Since the launch of sales at Lantern House, the response has been outstanding,” said Dan August Cordeiro, Senior Managing Director at Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group. "Lantern House stands out in the market because this collection of homes was designed from the inside-out, which has resonated strongly with buyers. From the fantastic views to the luxurious amenities overlooking the High Line, Lantern House is an extraordinary opportunity for purchasers, whether they are in the market for a one-bedroom home or a sprawling terraced penthouse."  

The 22-story condominium is joined by a dramatic glass lobby pavilion draped under the famed High Line Park in West Chelsea and are just moments away from some of Manhattan's most interesting neighborhoods and parks including Hudson River Park, Hudson Yards, the Gallery District and more. The pinnacle of enlightened living at Lantern House is epitomized by the exclusive penthouse offerings. The reimagined bay windows are featured in every room, offering charm, character and enhanced light and views keeping residents and their sense of home at the center of its design ethos.

The penthouses are defined by full-height, three-dimensional corner bay windows and private outdoor spaces that offer panoramic views of the majestic Hudson River and stunning open city vistas from sunrise to sunset.

The 22-story condominium is joined by a dramatic glass lobby pavilion draped under the famed High Line Park in West Chelsea and are just moments away from some of Manhattan's most interesting neighborhoods and parks including Hudson River Park, Hudson Yards, the Gallery District and more. The pinnacle of enlightened living at Lantern House is epitomized by the exclusive penthouse offerings. The reimagined bay windows are featured in every room, offering charm, character and enhanced light and views keeping residents and their sense of home at the center of its design ethos.

Penthouse kitchens are designed by March and White Design and include custom bronze finished trim and hardware, Gaggenau appliances and an impressive array of additional features including a seventy-bottle full-height wine cooler, double wall ovens, a custom suspended light fixture of bronze-finished metal and specialty glass, convex fluted oak cabinetry, and Calacatta Venato marble slab countertops and backsplash. The west building penthouses also come equipped with a second dishwasher, double wall ovens, dual warming drawers, and a built-in coffee maker.

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AKAM adds iconic luxury residential buildings to portfolio

AKAM, a leading residential property management company serving New York and South Florida for nearly four decades, today announces new additions to its client roster. Premier new properties under management include 100 Eleventh Avenue in New York, designed by illustrious international architect Ateliers Jean Nouvel and Skyline on Brickell in Miami, designed by award-winning firm Bermello Ajamil & Partners. 

100 Eleventh Avenue is a 21-story state-of-the-art condominium designed by Ateliers Jean Nouvel, featuring 57 residences and a façade design that pays homage to its location within New York’s renowned art district of West Chelsea. Skyline on Brickell is a 35-story and 360-unit condominium along the Brickell Avenue waterfront in Miami, defined by its brilliant white walls, blue glass windows and unparalleled collection of upscale amenities, including a private marina. Additional trophy properties recently added to the AKAM management portfolio include 7 Gramercy Park West, The Fitzroy, 51 Jay Street and Skyline Tower, the tallest building in Long Island City, Queens.

“AKAM is committed to elevating the property management industry as a whole through highly personalized, hospitality-driven service,” said Michael Rogoff, President and CEO, AKAM. “We are well-positioned to offer all of our properties, from boutique buildings to large new developments, the best service in the industry and look forward to further enhancing the lifestyle experience and value for residents.”

With attention to every detail, AKAM brings a rare combination of knowledge, relationships, and flexibility to every property they service. Their portfolio consists of over 52,000 residential units spanning 300+ premier buildings in the key markets including condominiums, co-ops, rentals, condo-hotel hybrids and new developments of all sizes. Coinciding with property management offerings, AKAM specializes in several other unique service areas that focus on the key pillars of hospitality, design and sustainability to offer an all-encompassing and value-enhancing experience. In addition to their core services, AKAM’s expertise includes sales and leasing, operations management, compliance administration, capital project management, green energy solutions, new development consulting and management and comprehensive oversight of finance and investment.

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Take A Look At Thomas Heatherwick's Lantern House

Last week new photography of Thomas Heatherwick's first residential project in North America, Lantern House were revealed.  Designed by Carlos Mota. The photographs provide a first look inside Thomas Heatherwick's striking project nearing completion along the High Line in West Chelsea, and reveal for the first time what the bay windows that line the project's exterior look like from the inside. 

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Named for its interpretation of the modern bay window, Lantern House is a response to the neighborhood’s maritime warehouses and pairs hand-laid antiqued grey brickwork with industrial metal detailing and a dramatic reinvention of the bay window lining the textured grid exteriors of Lantern House’s two buildings. Uniquely crafted to take advantage of its location, Lantern House includes a 22-story west building and a 10-story east building, joined by a dramatic glass lobby pavilion draped under the High Line.

For the home, Carlos Mota took inspiration from Lantern House's unique architecture, and filled the home with bold furniture and vibrant colors and textures, invigorating the home with energy and character. Carlos took inspiration from an eclectic mix of new and old, pulling ideas and inspiration from multiple eras and designers and furnished the home with a diverse mix of custom, vintage and new pieces sourced from Miami, Paris and New York City. 

Lantern House’s windows are immediately iconic and impacted how Carlos approached the interior design for the home tremendously from color selection to specific furniture pieces and wallpaper selection. The bay windows get even better from the inside with the amount of light, the architecture, and how it frames the outside. The bay windows fill the home with a ton of character and bring the energy of New York City inside.

Lantern House features one- to four-bedroom residences, many with private setback terraces, and an assortment of expansive penthouses. Pricing starts at $1.625 million to approximately $17 million. Related Sales LLC and Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group are the exclusive marketing and sales agents for the development. Occupancy is slated for fourth quarter 2020. The sales gallery is located at 153 10th Avenue

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Tour The EMERSON With Fredrik Eklund And John Gomes

To celebrate the launch of West Chelsea’s newest boutique condominium The EMERSON,  Fredrik Eklund and John Gomes of Douglas Elliman’s The Eklund|Gomes Team will be holding a live virtual tour Tuesday July 7th, 12pm EST/9am PST and will be streamed live on Fredrik’s Instagram channel, @fredrikeklundny.

The Eklund|Gomes Team has been selected by developer GDSNY to lead the exclusive sales and marketing for The EMERSON at 500 West 25th Street. Spearheading the sales launch of the West Chelsea boutique condominium are The Eklund|Gomes Team’s Fredrik Eklund, John Gomes, Justin Tuinstra and Glenn Davis. The project is slated for completion and immediate occupancy in September 2020.

The ten-story building is comprised of eight apartments, all with outdoor space, along with 2,650 square feet of retail on the ground and cellar levels, bringing the project to a total of 25,000 square feet. 

“GDSNY is known for bringing the highest level of materiality, quality, detailing and timelessness to all of our projects, and The EMERSON is no exception,” said Michael Kirchmann of GDSNY. “We are thrilled to work again with The Eklund|Gomes Team, who we feel has the depth of talent and market expertise for this unique offering.”

Adjacent to the High Line, The EMERSON is named after the iconic transcendental poet, Ralph Waldo Emerson, whose work often focused on the beauty of the Hudson River. Throughout the building, floor plans have been designed to give every main room in the building a High Line view, and many also boasting River views as well. The building’s eight units range from 2,375 to 5,115 square feet in size. Floors two through eight each contain a full-floor, three-bedroom apartment with its own full-width western terrace, loggia or garden, 10’6” ceiling heights, and keyed elevator with direct entrance to residences; the ninth and tenth floors feature the duplex penthouse, with an additional 60-foot-long rooftop terrace. The building has been designed with 140 linear feet of floor-to-ceiling windows that give each residence three exposures and that bathe the interiors in natural light.

“This is a truly special project, and we’re excited to be working again with GDSNY, bringing our fresh, creative take to its branding and marketing campaign,” said Fredrik Eklund. “These spacious and thoughtfully-designed homes have spectacular views and are incredibly located just 20 feet from Highline Park and the Hudson River – making them a natural oasis right in the middle of the bustling city.“

“We know from the experience of having collaborated with GDSNY on the record-breaking sales of 25 Mercer Street how much the firm’s emphasis on quality and craftsmanship resonate in the marketplace,” continues Eklund.

“There will always be a market for the kind of exquisite detailing, modern touches and gracious floor plans that are found at The EMERSON,” said John Gomes. “With abundant space, a serene backdrop and very competitive price-per-square-foot, buyers will find value and opportunity that is unmatched in this coveted neighborhood.” 

Pricing for the residences range from $4,995,000 to $15,995,000.

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