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New York is a vibrant, exciting city, but one wouldn't know it to look inside some of the new construction going up throughout the boroughs. These white-box apartments may be rich in open space and high-end finishes, but seemingly at the expense of interesting architectural details and any semblance of charm. These recently listed apartments have distinguishing features to appeal to the creative class, design enthusiasts, and any New Yorker who wants their interior surroundings to be as exciting as the exterior.

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7 Beekman Place
7 Beekman Place Beekman/Sutton Place
Prince Tower Building, 565 Broadway
Prince Tower Building, 565 Broadway SoHo
The Pierre, 795 Fifth Avenue
The Pierre, 795 Fifth Avenue Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St.
241 Lenox Avenue
241 Lenox Avenue Harlem
The Santa Monica, 345 West 70th Street
The Santa Monica, 345 West 70th Street Riverside Dr./West End Ave.
Wonderful Windows
Eat-in kitchen
Dining room
241-Lenox-Avenue-03 Bedroom
Double exposures, four oversized windows, African mahogany doors, and 14' ceilings create a dramatic first impression upon entering this magnificent Harlem home. The spacious open kitchen has been renovated with custom Italian cabinetry, marble countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Both bedrooms benefit from excellent square footage and closet space, and the master suite also boasts an Italian marble bath. See floor plan and full details here.

2 East 55th Street The St. Regis (Corcoran Group)
Designed by award-winning architect and interior designer Suzanne Lovell, this extraordinary apartment at the full-service St. Regis Hotel is one of a very limited number of hotel-condominium residences available for full ownership purchase. This three-bedroom, three-bath apartment has a gracious layout and features unique custom finishes throughout. See floor plan and full details here.

7-Beekman-Place-03 7 Beekman Place via Corcoran
Master bedroom
7-beekman-Place Private patio
This ultra-dramatic, mint condition, quadruplex Manhattan townhouse apartment is located on prestigious Beekman Place and offers the ultimate in privacy and tranquility. This unique property occupies 4 floors in a 20 wide early 20th-century riverfront townhouse, which has unobstructed views of the East River and skyline. The triplex portion consists of a 20 high double-height living room with a dramatic glass wall facing onto a deep-planted riverfront terrace. See floor plan and full details here.

99-Clinton-Street-02 99 Clinton Street, #1 via Douglas Elliman
Living room
Living room
Bedroom
This Gothic church dating back to the 1850's was transformed into residences, and its history can still be seen in the stained glass windows that fill this home with light and soft jewel tones. The living room is enhanced with a floor-to-ceiling library wall, hand-hewn timber beaming, and slate-framed wood-burning fireplace. At the top of a dramatic winding staircase, the church's choir loft is now a sumptuous master bedroom with dramatic Gothic window and en suite bath. See floor plan and full details here.

Beautiful Brickwork
488-3rd-Street-1 All images of 488 3rd Street via Compass
488-3rd-Street-2 Kitchen
488-3rd-Street-3 Bedroom
South-facing apartment in a stately Brooklyn brownstone boasts exceptionally high ceilings, oversized windows, exposed brick, abundant storage space, and exceptional attention to detail. Following a renovation, the white-tiled kitchen is equipped with floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, Kohler fixtures, custom breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances. The modernized bath has a custom sink vanity, wide mirrored storage cabinet, and decorative hexagonal tile accents. See floor plan and full details here.

132-State-Street-1 All images of 132 State Street via Rise Media/The Corcoran Group
132-State-Street-2 Kitchen
132-State-Street-3 Bedroom
Bright Brooklyn co-op has been beautifully renovated by its architect owner to create a work of timeless beauty. The focal point of the living room is a wood-burning fireplace surrounded by exposed brick, and three large windows overlook a classic tree-lined street. The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances, and the apartment features smartly designed storage space throughout. See floor plan and full details here.

608-Henry-Street-1 All images of 608 Henry Street via Compass
608-Henry-Street-2 Dining area
608-Henry-Street-3 Kitchen
Exquisite apartment occupies the entire second floor of its ultra-private building, and features include triple exposures, exposed brick walls, and windowed bath. The newly renovated, west-facing eat-in kitchen has two windows, an oversized sink, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious living/dining area flows seamlessly into a landscaped private balcony. See floor plan and full details here.

Outdoor Oases
165-West-18th-Street-03 Private terrace (All photo via Compass)
165-West-18th-Street-01 Living room
Chic condo in the heart of Chelsea boasts triple exposures, custom finishes and closets, Brazilian ipe hardwood floors, in-unit washer/dryer, and two private terraces. The first faces south and is just off the open living/dining area. The second makes for a private retreat off the north-facing master suite, which also features a marble bath with oversized stall shower and linen closet. See floor plan and full details here.

744 Greenwich Street, PH via Compass
Private terrace
744 Greenwich Street View over the West Village
744-Greenwich-Street-03 Living and dining room
Floor-to-ceiling windows fill this top-floor trophy penthouse with light from three exposures and views of the Empire State Building, Hudson Yards, and the Hudson River. Additional features also include keyed elevator access, skylight, built-in Sonos system, expansive dining area, chef's kitchen, well-appointed library, and luxurious master suite. It is surrounded by a 1,100-square-foot landscaped terrace that makes for elegant outdoor living as well as indoor. See floor plan and full details here.

299-Pearl-Street-1 All images of Southbridge Towers via Compass
299-Pearl-Street-2 Living/dining area
299-Pearl-Street-3 Kitchen
Upon entering this downtown apartment in an amenity-rich complex, one is immediately struck by the open living/dining space, which flows seamlessly into an oversized private balcony with views of the Brooklyn Bridge. The separate kitchen is outfitted with cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, built-in wine rack, and stainless steel appliances. The queen-size bedroom enjoys Brooklyn Bridge views, and the bath has been fitted with spacious vanity storage and rain shower. See floor plan and full details here.

315-Seventh-Avenue-1 All images of Kheel Tower via Compass
315-Seventh-Avenue-2 Living room
315-Seventh-Avenue-3 Foyer
Both levels of this duplex penthouse offer light-filled living spaces through oversized west-facing windows. The lower level is home to the open-plan Great Room and chef's kitchen, and the second-level master bedroom features a custom dressing closet, drink bar, and en suite bath. Also at the top of the stairs, a landscaped private terrace enjoys unobstructed west-facing views of Hudson Yards and the Hudson River. See floor plan and full details here.

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Dazzling Decor
120 Gramercy Hill 120 Gramercy Hill, 120 East 29th Street, #PHC listing courtesy of Sotheby's
120 Gramercy Hill Living room
Master bath
Between its views of iconic New York buildings and its blend of art and architecture, it's hard to say whether the vistas or decor in this NoMad triplex are more striking. A grand entrance foyer on the main level leads to the expansive living/dining room, library with antique wood doors, chef's kitchen, and south-facing private terrace. A striking staircase leads to the penthouse level with sumptuous master suite, indoor/outdoor lounge, and dramatic private terraces. See floor plan and full details here.

The Pierre-02 The Pierre, 795 Fifth Avenue, #29FL courtesy of Douglas Elliman
Living room
Library
Full-floor co-op in a prestigious Fifth Avenue building offers unparalleled city and Central Park views, incredible natural light, and high-end materials and finishes throughout. At one end of the formal marble entry gallery, the living room and formal dining room feature hand-scored Venetian plaster with mother-of-pearl accents, custom crystal light fixtures, and handmade wallpaper. At the other end, the master suite occupies the entire east wing and boasts a sitting room, multiple walk-in closets, and distinct his-and-hers master baths. See floor plan and full details here.

2506 Davidson Avenue 2506 Davidson Avenue, #5A, courtesy of Halstead
This ostentatious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment features an open layout coupled with exceptional detail. The foyer wall is surfaced with custom handcrafted ceramic tiles along with detailed crown molding throughout. A sunken living room has ample space to entertain with a southern wall covered in floor to ceiling mirrors framed in copper patina. See floor plan and full details here.

Great Spaces
214 West 17th Street 214 West 17th Street, #1A (Douglas Elliman)
214-West-17th-Street-03 Living room
214 West 17th Street Bedroom
This spectacular three-bedroom loft has incredible ceiling heights, wood-burning fireplace, central air-conditioning, and private laundry. Enter into an enormous living room with incredible proportions seldom found in today's market. The room features beautiful floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and enormous windows. Chefs will be right at home in the expertly designed open kitchen with custom cabinets, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom is larger than those found in suburban homes and easily accommodates a king-size bed and adjacent sitting area. See floor plan and full details here.

Sweeping Staircases
102-3rd-Place-1 All images of 102 3rd Place via Compass
102-3rd-Place-2 Kitchen
102-3rd-Place-3 Bedroom
Expansive, open-concept apartment in a beautiful Brooklyn neighborhood boasts 16' ceilings, wide plank cherry floors, and wood-burning fireplace with marble mantel. The windowed kitchen has recently been updated with abundant storage and counter space. A dramatic spiral staircase leads to a loft-like bedroom with double skylight, two closets, and en suite bath. See floor plan and full details here.

122-Stuyvesant-Avenue-1 All images of 122 Stuyvesant Avenue via Compass
122-Stuyvesant-Avenue-2 Dining area
122-Stuyvesant-Avenue-3 Bath
Charming brick townhouse looks like the epitome of classic Brooklyn on the outside, but has undergone a full renovation to bring the inside up to modern standards. The parlor-level living room boasts oak floors, exposed brick, recessed lighting, expansive ceiling, oversized windows, and working fireplace. A floating staircase leads to the bedrooms on the second floor, which include a master suite with spacious closet, en suite bath, and private terrace. See floor plan and full details here.

Stunning Ceilings
29-Tiffany-Place-1 All images of 29 Tiffany Place via Citi Habitats
29-Tiffany-Place-2 Kitchen and dining area
29-Tiffany-Place-3 Bedroom
Luxurious loft space in a trendy Brooklyn neighborhood is rich in architectural details like wood-paneled ceilings, original wood beams and columns, exposed pipes, oversized windows, and 11' ceilings. Building amenities and staff include a part-time doorman, live-in superintendent, porter, lounge, fitness center, bike room, common courtyard, and roof deck. Free shuttle service is offered to the Borough Hall subway station, and the building is walking distance from Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Governors Island ferry, and popular restaurants and nightlife. See floor plan and full details here.

160-Chambers-Street-02 160 Chambers Street, #3RD photos credit of Douglas Elliman
160-chambers-street-apartments Dining area
160-Chambers-Street-03 Bedroom
This charming co-op was once a Tribeca firehouse, and it is still rich in prewar details like high tin ceilings, exposed brick walls, oversized windows, and hardwood floors. The living room boasts three large windows, beautiful built-ins and bookcases, and working fireplace. Just off the dining area, an open chef's kitchen has abundant cabinet space and top-of-the-line appliances. See floor plan and full details here.

Halstead 30 West 13th Street, PH6C via Halstead
Private roof deck
30 west 13th street-03 Dining room
Duplex penthouse in the heart of Greenwich Village spans almost an entire city block, and every square inch is filled with light from a dramatic skylight and large windows overlooking both historic streets and the new Lower Manhattan skyline. Just past the enormous living/dining area with wood-burning fireplace, a chef's kitchen is outfitted with a large center island, granite countertops, endless cabinetry, and high-end professional-grade appliances. A penthouse lounge leads to two landscaped terraces with picture-perfect views. See floor plan and full details here.

345-West-70th-Street-1 All images of 345 West 70th Street via Compass
345-West-70th-Street-2 Kitchen
345-West-70th-Street-3 Bedroom
Premium prewar apartment in the heart of the Upper West Side boasts 10' beamed ceilings, open southern and greenery views, exposed brick, and seemingly endless storage space that includes thoughtfully outfitted California Closets. But for all its Old World details, the lights and air conditioning have been wired using Google Home to be controlled with a smart phone or voice. The kitchen has been newly renovated with generous counter space and high-end stainless steel appliances. See floor plan and full details here.

310-East-46th-Street-1 All images of Turtle Bay Towers via Elegran
310-East-46th-Street-2 Kitchen
310-East-46th-Street-3 Sleeping area
This loft-like studio was designed and reconfigured by an architect with a result that boasts high-end millwork, generous storage space, solid oak floors, and immaculate finishes. However, the soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and open city views could not possibly be improved upon. Full-service building amenities include renovated lobby, the services of a live-in superintendent, bike room, parking garage, and rooftop terrace with stunning views. See floor plan and full details here.

 565 Broadway 565 Broadway, #5E courtesy of Sotheby's
Living room
565-Broadway-03 Bedroom
Upon entering this grandly proportioned corner co-op by key-locked elevator, a gracious foyer leads to an open living/dining space bathed in light from oversized windows and beautifully enhanced with exposed-brick, barrel-vaulted ceilings.The open chef's kitchen is outfitted with custom built-ins and state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances. It is located in a classic cast iron building amid Soho's finest shopping, dining, and culture. See floor plan and full details here.
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