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Meticulously designed with a modern aesthetic and minimalistic approach Residence #1H offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity within a historic Turtle Bay Cooperative building. The open loft design includes 13.5 beamed ceilings, solid Oak floors, a sleeping loft, extensive built-in storage solutions, a custom designed murphy bed, and a completely renovated, modular interior. The design was completed by award winning architect, Robert Garneau, who specializes in maximizing the usability of petite spaces with a multifunctional approach. Featured in the New York Times for its transformative design with unique customizations creating a versatile space. Enter into this graciously proportioned loft to discover a foyer lined with extensive closets for optimal organization, a floor-to-ceiling custom wall cabinet concealing a queen-sized Murphy bed with closets and built-in drawers on either side. Sliding pocket doors allow the kitchen, bathroom and foyer to be partitioned from the main space to create a more intimate bedroom suite when the Murphy bed is opened. Simply fold up the murphy bed to create an impressive living/dining and entertaining space. The separate sleeping loft comfortably fits two guests or can be used as additional storage for bulk items. A custom entertainment console conceals a large flat-screen television which rises via remote control from behind a flickering ethanol fireplace by Decoflame, as well as a built-in beverage cooler by Perlick. Additional living room features include a TV projector and full sound system, roller shades, and ceiling fan. Enjoy an impeccably designed kitchen outfitted with a Smeg oven, Wolf induction cooktop, KitchenAid refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher, concealed with sleek custom wood cabinetry. The spa-like bathroom features a double sink with custom mirrored vanities, walk-in stall shower with a pivoting glass door, an oversized frosted window for privacy and custom chandelier. 235 East 49th Street was originally built in 1927 as a monastery and later converted to a residential building around 1978. The prewar, Co-op features a beautifully landscaped roof deck, common laundry room and part-time doorman. Pied-e-Terre, guarantors, co-purchasing and parents buying for kids are allowed, in addition to subletting for two years for the length of ownership. Conveniently located near the 6, E, M trains and a short distance to the United Nations, Grand Central, and Midtowns best shopping, grocery markets, and retail. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/02/19/realestate/the-convertible-tiny-apartment.html?smprod=nytcore-iphone&smid=nytcore-iphone-share