For the first time ever, this bespoke full-floor loft — designed and reimagined by visionary architect, Charles Gwathmey — comes to market as a true collector’s item. Renowned for his 1992 renovation and expansion of New York’s Guggenheim Museum, Gwathmey infused this ~4,800-square-foot residence, created for his son, with his… Read More unmistakable modernist touch. Purchased long before Chelsea became the cultural hub it is today, the residence embodies both timeless artistry and museum-quality refinement. A keyed elevator opens directly into a pristine foyer, unfolding to a dramatic great room lined with 14 oversized windows framing sweeping southwestern views. Soaring beamed ceilings, original columns, and pre-war detailing honor the building’s history, while Gwathmey’s minimalist aesthetic infuses the home with serene sophistication. The flexible layout balances scale with intimacy, offering two bedrooms plus a windowed home office, a media room with built-in library shelving, and two and a half baths. Expansive walls provide a gallery-like backdrop for significant art collections, transforming the home into a private exhibition space as much as a residence. The chef’s kitchen marries industrial edge with refined craftsmanship: bespoke oak cabinetry, professional-grade appliances, a monumental steel-topped island, and a discreet glass-enclosed pantry with generous storage and full-sized laundry room. The primary suite is a sanctuary, complete with a massive custom walk-in closet and an extraordinary spa-inspired bath of stone and steel, awash in natural light. A sleek stainless-steel vanity and dramatic gallery-like open space anchor the design, complemented by a glass-enclosed shower and private powder room. The guest suite offers equal distinction, featuring a soaking tub and refined stone finishes. Located at 227 West 17th Street, a boutique eight-story building with only five residences, this offering is as rare as it is remarkable. Residents enjoy a full-time superintendent, secure entry, and close proximity to Chelsea’s acclaimed dining, galleries, the High Line, the Whitney Museum, and the Hudson River Esplanade. Pets permitted; subletting permitted; 2% flip tax. This is not simply a loft — it is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a piece of architectural history. Read Less
Listing Courtesy of: Kristi Ambrosetti, Sothebys International Realty
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Days Online
6
Last Updated
Property Type
Apartment
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Square Ft.
42,720
Lot Size
0.11 Acres
Year Built
1910
MLS Number
RLS20051865
30 Days Snapshot Of 10011
$2.97M
+19%
(avg) sold price
55
+25%
homes sold
146
+8%
(avg) days on market
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Building
Entry Level: 7, Features: Elevators, Living Area Units: SquareFeet, Rooms Total: 6, Structure Type: HighRise
Property
Property Sub Type: Apartment, View YN: t, View: City
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