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Providing the feeling of an expansive private home, the Terrace Penthouse is perfect for buyers looking to upgrade to more space in New York City. The spectacular home features over 2,200 square feet of interior space and 2,800 square feet of private outdoor space, with ample space for outdoor dining, entertaining and relaxation, as well as picturesque views of the Hudson River and city skyline. The full-floor roof terrace is accessed via a striking outdoor staircase leading from the wraparound terrace—a beautiful connection between the two impressive spaces.

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Ensuring privacy, the penthouse is accessed through direct elevator entry. The incredibly spacious home, one of only 13 in the intimate, boutique development, overlooks a quiet, tree- and brownstone-lined street on the coveted Upper West Side.

Ideal for both privacy and entertaining, the penthouse’s interior living areas are spread across two full floors connected by an elegant floating staircase. The kitchen, living and great rooms are situated on the second level, while the bedroom suites, den and laundry occupy the private lower level.

The home’s expansive great room, complete with a double-sided, marble-wrapped gas fireplace, opens onto a wraparound terrace with elegant steel-framed French doors that offer a spectacular view of the building’s signature landmarked turrets.

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Elegant finishes designed by Tamarkin Co. illustrate the attention to detail present throughout the development. The penthouse’s voluminous chef’s kitchen features a spacious butler’s pantry and is adorned with solid white oak cabinetry handcrafted by Christopher Peacock and complete with Nanz hardware, honed Pietra Cardosa stone floors, polished Arabescato marble slab countertops and backsplashes, and top-of-the-line Wolf, Sub-Zero and Miele appliances.

The elegant master bath features original arched windows, hand-selected Calacatta Gold marble slabs, custom white oak vanities by Christopher Peacock and Lefroy Brooks fixtures.

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Located in the heart of the coveted Upper West Side, 555 West End Avenue offers residents access to world-class dining and cultural attractions as well as the peaceful respite of a quiet, tree-lined street.

The boutique condominium is moments from two of the City’s most desirable green spaces, Riverside Park and Central Park, and places residents in close proximity to the Henry Hudson Parkway, creating an easy getaway to upstate New York and Connecticut. An established and exclusive neighborhood, the surrounding area is home to some of the city’s most prestigious secondary schools, in addition to Columbia University and Fordham University, and directly across town from the Upper East Side’s most acclaimed schools.

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With its combination of original architectural details and spacious floorplans that feel like private homes, 555 West End Avenue has become one of New York City’s most sought-after residential addresses. There are only five homes remaining and the development is available for immediate occupancy.

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15 Central Park West is an architectural celebration of the building’s parkside vantage point. With its luxurious, full-block frontage on Central Park and show-stopping views in virtually every direction, 15 Central Park West offers the panoramic ideal for observing the light and color, nature and concrete that define life in New York.

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Chua was tasked with a complete renovation (except for kitchen and master bath), including overhauling the powder room, guest bathroom, foyer, living room, dining room, built-in walk-in closets, and more.

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Mid-century Austrian sconces and pendants illuminate the entry foyer, with a custom-designed console and wallpaper from Phillip Jeffries. 

The living room invites guests with satin white millwork on all walls, Italian mid-century club chairs, sofa and tête-à-tête by Gregory Rockwell. 

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In the dining room, custom cove lighting with brass metal trim highlights the dining table and bistro table design by Gregory Rockwell made by Douglass Fanning. The breathtaking chandelier is also mid-century Austrian from John Sallibello.

The residence also features ample storage space and custom finishes throughout.

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An impressive powder room serves as a main focal point for the residence, featuring Lilac Marble slabs with purple haze and sharp diagonal veining. The Tom Dixon Mirror Ball Pendant Light in gold is the cherry on top of a glamorous marble room.

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The guest bathroom features large-format Statuarietto Marble. The custom frameless medicine cabinet, Fantini Linea Series accessories in chrome finish and Mitered edge stone shower niche detail add a touch of elegance to the home.

The master bedroom is dressed in blush pink and boasts a Gregory Rockwell bed and dressers and nightstands by Restoration Hardware. The Vladimir Kagan sofa screams luxury and fits perfectly with the French fashion theme.

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