100 E 53rd St Unit 26B, New York, NY 10022

Welcome to Residence 26B, an exquisite corner unit in the prestigious Sky Collection at 100 East 53rd Street, located in the vibrant heart of Midtown Manhattan. This luxurious home spans 1,375 square feet and offers a spacious one-bedroom layout with one-and-a-half baths, offering pleasant East and Western views. Designed by the renowned Pritzker Prize-winning architect Norman Foster, this residence is a testament to refined elegance and modern sophistication. The nearly ten-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling, gracefully curved windows create an airy, light-filled atmosphere, enhancing the stunning architectural details and expansive proportions of this exceptional home. Selene, situated just off Park Avenue, is a landmark of contemporary design, reflecting an unparalleled level of craftsmanship. The meticulously designed interiors feature custom millwork, high-end fittings, and expansive floor plans, all bathed in natural light and offering panoramic views of New York City's iconic skyline. The Sky Collection Residences are designed to maximize natural light, with multiple exposures and elegant finishes, including Carlisle eight-inch wide-plank white oak flooring. The Modern Loft Collection adds a unique touch with exposed concrete elements, architectural concrete walls, ribbed ceilings, and diamond-polished concrete floors. Each home is adorned with Foster + Partners-designed custom millwork and bronze-finished oak interior doors. The open kitchen, ideal for informal entertaining, boasts Italian Carrara marble countertops and backsplashes, while the Modern Loft Collection features brushed stainless steel countertops with integrated sinks. Kitchens are equipped with bespoke Foster + Partners cabinetry, wire-brushed oak millwork, and a suite of Gaggenau appliances. The primary bathrooms exude luxury, enveloped in Silver Striato travertine, with wire-brushed oak vanities, bronze accents, radiant heated floors, steam showers, and freestanding soaking tubs. Secondary baths feature custom Apaiser countertops, and powder rooms are adorned with Agora Black Turkish marble. Inspired by its illustrious Modernist neighbors, the 63-story Selene is a beacon of timeless contemporary design, nestled alongside the iconic Seagram Building and Lever House. Its signature glass façade floods the residences with natural light, creating a serene and luminous living space. Selene offers an extraordinary array of lifestyle amenities, designed to rejuvenate, and inspire. The public spaces, curated by AD100 honoree William T. Georgis, feature a museum-quality art collection, including a striking installation by renowned artist Rachel Feinstein in the Fireside Lobby. The amenity spaces, spanning four floors, are illuminated by floor-to-ceiling glass walls and include a 60-foot garden sanctuary swimming pool surrounded by a lush arbor of trees. The wellness and leisure areas, including The Spa, Fitness and Yoga Salons, Billiards Lounge, Conference Room, and Library, are finished with slatted oak and smoky granite. Residents also enjoy the convenience of the Michelin-starred Le Jardinier restaurant, overseen by Chef Alain Verzeroli, and the first New York City restaurant designed by AD100 recipient Joseph Dirand, just an elevator ride away. Selene stands at the pinnacle of urban sophistication, surrounded by the luxury shopping of Fifth Avenue, the culinary delights of Midtown, the cultural treasures of MoMA, Carnegie Hall, Broadway, and the iconic Central Park. Experience unparalleled craftsmanship and contemporary elegance. Please contact me today for a private showing.