944 Fifth Avenue's 3rd Floor Residence is thoughtfully designed by Leroy Street Studios, and is an exceptional full-floor home located in one of Manhattan's most recognized addresses. A private elevator foyer, enclosed by glass and metal double doors, provides entry to the home which features over 70 feet of Central Park frontage. The oversized Living Room and Library, seamlessly separated by a custom built-in receive an abundance of beautiful natural light through five Central Park facing picture windows. There is also a wood-burning fireplace providing warmth and elegance to the home.
Adjacent is the master bedroom, also park-facing, featuring a second fireplace and an ensuite bath with double-sink vanity, soaking tub and enclosed shower. The white-oak clad dressing room and walk-in closet may be accessed through the bedroom or through a discreet pocket door just off the hall, with a private powder room. To the east of the master bedroom are three additional bedrooms, with custom built-ins and ample closet space. At the end of the hall there is a versatile Media Room and Den, and desks set up for office use, as well as a staff room with private bath, and separate laundry room.
The north-facing windowed eat-in chef's kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances, a large island with additional seating, custom cabinetry by Bulthaup and terrazzo countertops and floor. There is a serving pantry adjoining the kitchen to the formal windowed dining space, which can be opened or closed to the living room for comfortable entertaining.
Additional features include 3x3 custom color concrete tile from Concreteworks throughout the main areas of the residence and a Crestron automation system.
944 Fifth Avenue is an Italian-Renaissance-palazzo-style cooperative built in 1925 and designed by architect Nathan Korn. The 14-story white-glove building has just one residence per floor, offering utmost intimacy and privacy for its residents. There is a full-time doorman and elevator operator on staff at all times. 944 Fifth also features an exercise room, central laundry and storage.
