If you love the function-meets-beauty aesthetic of New York lofts, this sublime 700 sq ft space (designed by up and coming Sergio Mercado + Giovani Sadari design and architecture team) is a must-see. It was completely gut-renovated in Jan 2012 and features 14-ft ceilings with a wall of original 10-ft casement windows. Facing east and on to a quiet street, the loft is flooded with morning sunlight. This is further enhanced by the bespoke white polished concrete floor and silver-stained mahogany panelled walls/doors/ceiling, which transforms the loft into a dazzling jewelled box.
The open-planned kitchen has new built-in appliances behind high-gloss panels in keeping with the modern streamlined aesthetic. It details a Miele oven, stovetop and dishwasher, and a Liebher fridge freezer. The bar-counter/island is topped with 2" black granite and an industrial faucet. There is also plenty of built-in storage and shelving space. When closed, the bathroom door blends seamlessly into the surrounding silver walls/ceiling. Inside, the dark sexy interior features a bespoke sink carved from a single block of black granite; and a Waterworks shower designed for two. It also has a deep built-in closet for both toiletries and bath towels.
A mezzanine was added yielding not just a bedroom but also 35 ft of hanging space and upright storage. A silver-stained oak balustrade-bench adds another 12 ft of bookshelves.The building is a financially stable and renowned 1920s loft building with a beautiful exterior. It has 24-hour doorman, a live-in super, laundry facilities on every floor, storage in the basement, resident parking and 2 landscaped roof decks. Central AC/Heating is included in the low monthly maintenance of $1050. The building is centrally located, just 2 streets down from Union Square with subway lines (N/R/Q/4/5/6).
