Category: Homes
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Your Next Home Could Be a Literal Work of Art
Perched on the top floor of 255 West 23rd Street, this one-of-a-kind one-bedroom residence was transformed by internationally recognized designer Ghiora Aharoni as a “residence as a work of art.” Rather than a traditional renovation, Aharoni approached the apartment as an artistic composition, removing walls to create a fluid, open-plan space where architecture, art, and…
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What is a Classic 7 and why is it so desirable?
Built during a time when dinner parties had their own room and privacy was designed into the floor plan, a “Classic 7” is on the wishlist of many Manhattan families. But when it comes to actually securing one, you might have an easier time finding a rent-stabilized apartment on Park Avenue. Limited inventory, legacy ownership,…
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Above & Beyond: 6 Homes with Double-Height Ceilings
Few design features change the feeling of a home quite like a double-height ceiling. With soaring windows, striking architectural lines, and light that moves through the space in entirely new ways, these homes make the most of vertical living. Whether it’s a sun-filled loft in Tribeca or a modern great room in the Hamptons, these…
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Historic Farmhouse Living in the Heart of Darien
Set along Connecticut’s Gold Coast, Darien offers a rare balance of coastal beauty, and coveted small-town charm. Known for its waterfront setting along the Long Island Sound, highly regarded schools, and close-knit community, the town has long attracted buyers seeking both tranquility and connection to the city. It is within this sought-after coastal enclave that…
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Building of the Week: 940 Park Avenue
1943 photograph of 940 Park Avenue, from the collection of the Office for Metropolitan History On the northwest corner of Park Avenue and 81st Street stands 940 Park Avenue, a building that rewards close looking. Designed in 1925 by the idiosyncratic firm of George & Edward Blum and completed in 1926, it is one of…
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Let There Be Light: 5 Listings with Swoon-Worthy Fixtures
Lighting rarely gets top billing when people talk about a home. Square footage, kitchens, outdoor space. Those usually steal the spotlight. But every now and then, a fixture becomes the moment. A chandelier that feels more like a sculpture. A design detail that draws your eye the second you walk in. In these homes, the…
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Exposed Brick: Where Character Is Built In
If walls could talk, exposed brick wouldn’t whisper. Timeless and architectural, it anchors a room while adding texture and depth. In some spaces, it creates a striking focal point; in others, it stretches across entire walls, defining the room from the ground up. Across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Hudson Valley, and the Hamptons, these Brown…
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Spring Forward: Miami homes and condos made for the joy of longer days
On March 8, we Spring Forward, gaining that extra hour of evening light that makes Miami living feel even more electric. From golden sunsets over the Atlantic to twilight dinners under the palms, longer days let South Florida show off. Tour four exceptional residences that make the most of every luminous moment. Jade Ocean PH…
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Brown Harris Stevens Lists Former Historic Stribling & Associates Office in Chelsea
In one of New York City’s most storied real estate neighborhoods, a piece of real estate history has just hit the market The property at the heart of this buzz isn’t just another luxury townhouse; it’s the former home of what is reputed to be America’s longest-running real estate office, now completely reimagined and offered…
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Hearth of the Home: Six Fireplaces to Keep You Warm
When the forecast calls for staying in, a well-placed fireplace can make all the difference. Cold weather has a way of putting certain features into focus, and this time of year, the hearth of the home naturally becomes the main attraction. From original woodburning fireplaces to sleek, contemporary designs, these BHS listings know how to…