285 Lafayette St Unit 3E, New York City, NY, 10012

Within the iconic 285 Lafayette Street condo, this extraordinary three-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom residence epitomizes luxurious urban living. Meticulously renovated to the highest standards, the 3,175 square foot home seamlessly blends contemporary sophistication with the timeless charm of its 19th-century prewar architecture. Original preserved posts and beams coalesce with gorgeous six-inch wide reclaimed oak flooring under 10.5-foot ceilings, creating a space of unparalleled elegance and refinement. Architect Fred Lambiase; Designer William Knight.<br><br>The loft entry features double-wide custom steel doors. The apartment foyer offers a sense of grandeur accentuated with elegant lighting fixtures. The expansive great room is bathed in natural light from two walls of windows offering tranquil views east over Mulberry Street.<br><br>The living area beckons for both relaxation and entertainment. A double-sided wood and brass custom cabinet elegantly divides the dining and living areas, the latter boasting a corner position flooded with light from eight large windows adorned with Roman shades. The flexible living space offers a serene retreat with open sky and distance views towards the east.<br><br>Adjacent to the living room, the chef's kitchen spans a stunning 11 x 30 feet and features professional-grade appliances, including a sumptuous Lacanche six-burner French stove. Concrete custom counters, a Sub-zero refrigerator and an abundance of cabinets, and storage, as well as a table-height counter extension offers seating for four chairs, and completes the kitchen's functionality and style.<br><br>A 24' long hallway includes a fitted coat closet, a powder room near the entry, and a separate laundry room with Miele washer and dryer, cabinets, shelving, storage drawers. At the end of the hall is a storage area behind behind a sliding door, and a bedroom wing. Three generously sized en-suite bedrooms, each with limestone bathrooms featuring large glass shower stalls offer unparalleled comfort and privacy.<br><br>The expansive primary suite, exudes tranquility and privacy, and is completed with a fitted walk-in closet with built in lighting. A luxurious five-piece limestone primary bathroom has a standalone tub from Cheviot Iris, double sinks and magnificent lighting fixtures.<br><br>Throughout the apartment, custom-made brass hardware adds a consistent touch of opulence, while four zones of central air conditioning ensure comfort year-round. Residents also enjoy access to the building's professionally landscaped rooftop garden, newly renovated lobby, and 24-hour concierge service, creating an unparalleled urban oasis. There is a secondary entrance on Mulberry Street which is key fobbed and communicates with the front desk<br><br>This magnificent residence represents the epitome of downtown luxury living and must be experienced firsthand. Showings for 285 Lafayette are available by appointment only, with 24 hour notice.<br><br><br><br><br><br><br>