Apartment for sale - New York VBD37742

SoHo Penthouse Loft - Imperfect Beauty Reimagined on Prince Street

Designed by visionary architect Thomas Leeser-the mind behind New York icons like One Vanderbilt and the Domino Sugar Factory-this one-of-a-kind penthouse loft on SoHo's iconic Prince Street is both a conceptual masterpiece and a finely tuned home.

Rejecting the sterile uniformity of Manhattan's luxury condos , the residence embraces imperfection and contrast. Marble slabs, each unique in shape, tone, and finish, defy the rigid Cartesian grid, creating a living sculpture where complexity transforms into tranquility. Reclaimed wood, cinderblock and stone are set in dialogue with refined finishes, celebrating contradiction rather than concealing it.

The expansive living area rises to 30-foot ceilings beneath a monumental skylight. Oversized windows invite serene light across 17th-century French oak floors, while a wood-burning fireplace anchors the space with warmth. With no dropped ceilings, sheetrock, or interior doors, the open plan evokes a creative atelier in the heart of SoHo, New York City.

At its center, a custom Valcucine kitchen from Italy combines artistry and utility. Clad in Italian stone, it is outfitted with top-tier appliances: Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer drawers, Miele induction cooktop and electric oven, Fisher & Paykel drawer dishwasher, and Miele washer and dryer.

Private spaces continue the theme of curated imperfection. The primary suite channels the intimacy of a world-class hotel, with a sculptural Belgian clay soaking tub, a massive open shower with minimalist John Pawson fixtures, radiant-heated stone floors, and bespoke accents like an antique pedestal and petrified wood sink. A floor-to-ceiling mirror leans against the wall. Slightly angled, it produces the uncanny illusion of a sloped floor. The guest suite, reached by a stone staircase , features a walk-in shower with hand made cement tile a custom mirror, steam room, and another antique pedestal with a petrified wood sink, all completed with John Pawson fixtures.

Function meets comfort in thoughtful details: the loft is soundproofed, and radiant heating warms the stone floors both in the main level and the upper bath, ensuring cozy winters.

The architectural narrative continues its most theatrical expression outdoors. Across 1,000 square feet of private terraces, a hand-painted mural envelops every surface, turning the terraces into a surreal stage that radically contrasts the Manhattan skyline. With north, west, and south-facing views, these terraces offer both retreat and spectacle.

This penthouse is not just a residence but an architectural triumph-a curated experience that reimagines beauty through imperfection, embraces contradiction, and offers a rare opportunity to own a trophy property and true design legacy in the heart of SoHo.