Fifth Avenue
Apartment

Overlooking the rooftops of lower Fifth Avenue, this pied-à-terre was designed as a place to entertain friends and family. Our architectural and interior design teams collaborated on the project from its inception to create a cohesive space that honors the timeless quality of this pre-war apartment building.

The home greets its visitors with the warmth of a generously paneled vestibule. The room acts as a dramatic divider between the bright and open entertaining spaces of the living and dining rooms.

The neutral color palettes of the living and dining rooms contrast the backdrop of rich walnut millwork; a versatile element that weaves its way through the apartment. Walnut paneling is used to conceal a passageway to the kitchen; bookshelves are used to display art, store glassware, and reveal a hidden bar; low cabinetry provides a casual workspace with views of Fifth Avenue.

The furniture in this project was selected to facilitate the client’s social lifestyle, while still acting as a comfortable reprieve from the city. A custom designed mahogany daybed can be used for lounging, or for overflow seating when hosting guests.

Two custom tables in the dining room were specifically designed for this space. As separate tables they provide seating for smaller family meals, or can expand into a single 16-foot long table for large dinner parties.

The kitchen was designed to be highly functional yet elegantly simple. An existing plumbing riser revealed during construction was wrapped in red leather and brought into the visual narrative.

Striking a balance between minimalism and whimsy, the quiet moments of storage are complimented with playful patterns and details.

A sliding door with amber-hued antique glass casts an orange glow across the apartment as the sun sets over the city. Aptly named the ‘Sunset Room’, a built-in-sofa offers the family a gathering space from which to watch.

Originally divided into two separate units, the combined floor plan was designed to center the living and entertaining spaces at the heart of the home, with the more intimate and private spaces at the periphery.