Designed by renowned architect Annabelle Selldorf and developed by William Macklowe Company in partnership with Goldman Sachs, Residence 17B at 21 East 12th Street represents one of the finest residences in this masterpiece of contemporary design.
Built for the most discerning buyers 17B offers 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms spread across 1,629 square feet with commanding, Southeast corner views over the Gold Coast of the Greenwich Village and the Downtown skyline. This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of the few high-floor trophy properties between Union Square and Washington Square Park - a location historically characterized by elegant brownstones, beautiful pre-war co-ops, and landmarked, tree-lined blocks.
An elegant and spacious entry gallery provides the perfect space to display a curated collection of art and provides privacy to the rest of the home.
The Southeast facing corner great room is bathed in sun throughout the day and showcases the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets over the colorful and architecturally significant Greenwich Village landscape through 8 soundproof casement windows. Evenings are equally special as the lights of the buildings below appear to sparkle against the back drop of the night sky. A custom designed shelving unit from Amuneal provides a beautiful solution for additional media organization and storage.
The kitchen features a floating island and materials of the highest grade. Custom, imported White Oak cabinetry by Valcucine, La Pietra Lavica countertops, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a Gaggenau oven and five-burner stovetop, a Gaggenau dishwasher, and a Gaggenau microwave. Handcrafted Allied Maker pendant scones over the kitchen island illuminate this stunning space.
The king-sized primary suite features unobstructed, sweeping views South and generous closet space including a large walk-in. An en-suite, five-fixture primary bath is clad in Bardiglio Luca marble walls, Sicis glass mosaic tile radiant heated flooring, Waterworks fixtures (including a floating soaking tub and wall-mounted Toto toilets. Unique to 17B, custom back-lit mirrors and vanity lights by Robern have replaced the sponsor fixtures.
The second bedroom has been outfitted with built-in wood shelving along with a custom designed wall of closets including a murphy bed to easily transition from office to bedroom and vice versa when needed.
Additional features include newly installed recessed and dimmable lighting designed by Breakthrough Lighting Designs throughout, an integrated AV system including Cat6 ethernet wiring throughout, electronic solar and blackout shades controllable via smartphone, California Closets, wide plank white oak flooring, a four-pipe central cooling and heating system controllable via NEST thermostats, a large, vented Washer/Dryer, and the apartment comes with a large deeded storage walk-in closet.
21 East 12th Street represents the epitome of modern downtown living. The building features a 24-Hour concierge, a live-in resident manager, professionally landscaped outdoor terrace with gas grills, children's playroom, fitness center, bike room, and an attended parking garage with direct access through building.
