Alice Chun: Where Design Meets Purpose in the Heart of Peter Cooper Village

In the bustling heart of Peter Cooper Village, Gramercy, lies a sanctuary of innovation and design, crafted by the visionary Alice Chun. As an inventor, social entrepreneur, and professor in architecture and interior design, Alice's home is more than just a living space; it's a testament to her belief that design should make the invisible visible. Her approach is not just about aesthetics but about infusing dignity into every corner and creation. This philosophy is vividly reflected in her living room, which doubles as a dining area and a laboratory of ideas. Here, modern simplicity meets natural materials, creating a space that's both functional and deeply personal. The room is divided by a bookshelf that's not just a partition but a canvas of family memories and global adventures, showcasing Alice's knack for blending storytelling with design.

The essence of Alice Chun's design philosophy shines through her fascination with light. Discovering the grim reality that many rely on toxic kerosene for lighting, she turned to origami, transforming a simple art form into a beacon of hope. Her collapsible, foldable solar light is a marvel of innovation, embodying her belief that good design should encompass beauty, wonder, and awe. This creation is not just a product; it's a statement that design can be a powerful tool for social change. Her living space, adorned with 3D sketches and prototypes, stands as a testament to her commitment to transforming simple materials into magnificent structures. It's a space where imagination meets reality, and where design transcends aesthetics to become a lifeline for communities worldwide.

Alice's journey of design and impact stretches far beyond the confines of her Peter Cooper Village home. Her work has illuminated lives in Makoko, Lagos, Haiti, Ukraine, and beyond, proving that light is a universal need that knows no borders. Her bedroom, a blend of simplicity and elegance, doubles as a living laboratory, where she continues to refine her designs, learning and evolving with each iteration. This approach underscores her belief that design is not just about creating beautiful spaces but about practicality, adaptability, and, most importantly, about making a difference. Alice Chun's home is a beacon of innovation, social impact, and sustainable design, reminding us that true design is about improving lives and making the world a brighter, more beautiful place.

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The Exclusive Penthouse at 200E21 Launches for $13.5M

Looking for a penthouse of your own? The coveted, 200E21 has officially hit the market. Unlike most downtown new development projects with multiple penthouses, this duplex residence is the only one of its kind in the building – a luxury that is very few and far between in new developments south of 42nd Street.

Comprised of 3,797sq.ft. interior and 1,800sq.ft. exterior, the residence features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, one terrace and a private roof deck. It is listed for $13,500,000 by Douglas Elliman’s Justin Tuinstra and Glenn Davis. Douglas Elliman Development Marketing is handling the exclusive sales and marketing for the building.

In this time of heightened health awareness, 200E21 offers wellness abound, as carefully conceived indoor and outdoor spaces create an enriched living experience including a sky-lit Wellness Suite with Concierge Services provided in partnership with Modrn Sanctuary; sun-filled fitness center with adjacent lockers, infrared sauna, Himalayan salt treatment room. 

200 East 21st Street is a private enclave of 67 exceptional residences in the coveted Gramercy neighborhood. BKSK Architects have brought a sophisticated depth and artistry with an Italian taupe masonry and bronze glass facade that is both quiet and commanding. The sumptuous interiors are crafted by the celebrated design firm, Champalimaud, while renowned landscape architect Halsted Welles Associates has designed thoughtfully integrated shared rooftop green space and landscaped private terraces. Opportunities for wellness abound, as carefully conceived indoor and outdoor spaces create an enriched living experience including a sky-lit Wellness Suite with Concierge Services provided in partnership with Modrn Sanctuary; sun-filled fitness center with adjacent lockers, infrared sauna, Himalayan salt treatment room. A spacious Residents Lounge with Poliform entertaining kitchen, fireplace, recreation area and Residents Rooftop Terrace offering expansive views completes the quiet and sophisticated nature of 200E21, Gramercy.

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Open Houses This Weekend

Gramercy

WHERE:  385 First Ave. Apt. 12E

SIZE: 2 Bed | 2 Bath

COST: $2,200,000

WHEN: Saturday, July 15, 11:00AM - 4:00PM  &  Sunday, July 16, 11:00AM - 4:00P

About:  A gracious split two-bedroom layout offering walls of windows and northeast exposures. A spacious kitchen opens onto a corner great room over 28 feet long, with discreet bedroom suites at opposite ends of the residence. 

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Upper East Side

WHERE:  360 East 89th St. Apt. 28B

SIZE: 3 Bed | 3.5 Bath

COST: $5,375,00

WHEN: Thursday, July 13, 12:30PM - 2:30PM  &  Saturday, July 15, 12:30PM - 2:30PM

About:  A smoked walnut entry door and a white oak foyer welcome you to this luxurious residence featuring three bedrooms, three baths and a powder room. Designed by SHoP Architects, this 2,417 SF home features white oak floors and floor-to-ceiling windows offering dramatic city and river views from three exposures. The windowed, custom chef’s kitchen designed by Clodagh for Citizen360 features smoked walnut cabinetry, Persian White Pulido Porcelanosa slab countertops and backsplash and an island with a waterfall edge. Appliances include a stainless steel Bertazzoni range, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a U-Line wine refrigerator and a Bosch dishwasher. The unique powder room features Baltimore limestone tile flooring and walls with Sense by Clodagh 27 fixtures.

The three-fixture, en-suite secondary and third baths feature Yakarta Blanco Porcelanosa tile, custom wood vanity with stone countertop with Sense by Clodgh 27 fixtures. Additional features include: washer/dryer with walk-in laundry room and sink, year-round zoned temperature control via central heating and cooling system. Amenities include a 24 hour attended lobby, a fitness center, a residents’ lounge, a music room, a screening room, a playroom, and bicycle storage.

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Midtown West

WHERE:  20 West 53rd St. Apt 29A

SIZE: 3 Bed | 3.5 Bath

COST: $8,500,00

WHEN: Saturday, July 15, 5:30PM - 7:00PM  &  Sunday, July 16, 7:00PM - 7:00PM

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About:  This is the most desirable 3 bedroom/ 3.5 bath at the renowned Baccarat Hotel and Residences giving you access to the most luxurious Manhattan life-style. With a generous 2,303 approx. sq. ft. and both North and East exposures, you are captivated by fantastic Central Park views.

The interior was designed by Tony Ingrao which offers the ultimate in high-end in luxury living including wide ebony stained white oak floors, SieMatic kitchen with ebonized walnut and nickel frame cabinetry, Miele and Sub-Zero appliances and washer/dryer. With a separate kitchen, this layout allows for the maximum space needed for entertaining in the living/dining room. Master bathroom is impeccably detailed with honed Lido white marble slab floors and walls, radiant heated floors, and freestanding soaking tub. The second bathrooms are fully clad in Siberian polished marble.

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