ROOFTOP SPA, NEW YORKThe owners of a west Chelsea townhouse sought to
add a rooftop spa to their historic home. Exclusively for relaxation
and exercise, the space includes an outdoor swim machine, soaking-tubs,
steam shower, sauna, reading room and contemplation courtyard. The
challenge was to design an addition that would not be visible from the
street since property was located within the Chelsea Historic district
and minimize construction time. The solution was a prefabricated
structure to be craned into place in sections. Employing a moment
resisting steel frame, the spa rests on steel beams spanning between the
existing brick party-walls. Exterior finishes are zinc, interiors are
cultivated mahogany.