Designed for a single owner, this 2,400 square foot triplex apartment in a new condominium development on East 73rd Street will be full of air and light. Working closely with the building architects, TCA has designed a soaring, dramatic space with double-height entry foyer and a large living room with a custom fire-trough that runs along the length of the space. A unique feature to the condominium is the two-story vals quartzite stone wall that runs along the west side of the apartment, with stones that were handpicked by the owner and architect from a remote Swiss quarry. Cantilevered built-in shelves create a table and night stand, while niches in the wall are reserved for the client’s bed, as well as for various toiletries.
Other striking features are the stairs, made of black oxidized steel, which tie the three levels of the home together. As one approaches the top story, the treads are bisected along a central beam and lead to a “bridge” suspended over three stories, giving the onlooker a dramatic view of the space. A clear glass box containing a full bathroom bisects the second level; when privacy is required, an LCD layer within the glass can be activated to turn the walls opaque. On the third level, a lounge looks out onto an idyllic landscaped roof terrace and sun-deck; the ultimate escape from the city.