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A modern hallway with wooden flooring, black door, wall art, staircase with a black railing, and a view into a living room with blue furniture and a green plant.

Washington Square Penthouse

A Lower Fifth Avenue Mid-Century Makeover

Rising over the north side of Washington Square Park, 2 Fifth Avenue is a mid-century landmark completed in 1952. This 21-story building with 353 units, each with its own quirky layout, many offering terrific park views and outdoor spaces.

Our design adventure involved a full renovation down to the structure which blended two penthouse units into a singular, cohesive layout. The corner windows combined with the paneled and plaster trimmed rooms created a harmonized floorplan centered on our client’s unique, colorful, and ever-growing art collection.

We redesigned a new staircase to flood the lower floors with light while guiding the way to an expansive rooftop garden created by Harrison Green. This lush retreat offers a tranquil escape high above the city’s hustle and bustle, completing the transformation of this iconic residence into a perfect mix of mid-century charm and modern and warm, modern flair.

A recessed home bar with glass sliding doors, displaying bottles, glasses, and bar tools on a counter, framed by modern decor including a unique wall sculpture and a small framed picture.
A hallway with light wooden floors leads to an open doorway with a room featuring a black cabinet and overhead lighting. A framed picture is on the left wall.
A modern staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, next to a curvy wooden console holding books and a white vase with green branches. Minimalist wall light fixture above.
A cozy living room with a black marble fireplace, a vase with flowers on a wooden table, a plush velvet chair, and books and decorative items on wooden shelves. A cityscape artwork is above the fireplace.
A dining area featuring a large rectangular table with five wooden chairs. The space includes a built-in cushioned bench, framed artwork, a window with roller shades, and a ceiling light fixture.
A dining area with wooden walls and floor, featuring a rectangular table and six chairs. The space is decorated with a large painting and potted plants, leading to a brightly lit living room.
A small dog sits on a brown couch in a minimalist living room with a large window, a potted plant on a wooden side table, and neutral-colored decor.

Project Information

Location

New York City, New York

Collaborators

Tali Roth, Interior Designer

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