498 West End Avenue   Unit 9A

This residence possesses a grandeur - both in scale and workmanship - of an earlier time. Through a recent redesign directed by CetraRuddy Architecture, the best aspects of prewar craft and detail have been advanced with a contemporary sensibility that builds upon the beauty that was originally there. The various components of the interiors of this unit have been thoughtfully selected to bring a pervasive sense of craft and quality to every item you touch or see. From solid turned brass knobs and rosettes in polished nickel by E.R. Butler & Co. to shagreen textured vanities, they are just one of the many premium-grade details found throughout each apartment.

With 56-feet of frontage along West End Avenue, the kitchen, family room and great room are bathed in natural light. Custom-color solid oak, rift-and-quartered floors throughout all public spaces are a modern twist on the parqueted floors found in the grand homes of Newport, Rhode Island. The unique design of the parquet tiles is accentuated by their impressive 30-square-inch size. The living areas are distinguished from the kitchen by custom-designed glass sliding doors with inset divided lite glass panels, and thin metal mullions. The doors feature an ingeniously recessed sliding mechanism for ease of use - all framed in an artfully articulated molding.

The kitchen embodies an artistry and craft that exceeds the highest standards, while presenting a series of innovative design concepts not seen or experienced elsewhere. From the outstanding millwork in custom chocolate-stained oak with contrasting cream-colored ceruse, to a single-slab marble hearth wall that conceals the range hood, every facet of the kitchen is designed to deliver equal portions of elegance and functionality.

The master bedroom contains an en-suite, five-fixture bath - and every room features brand-new, energy-efficient windows. A superbly orchestrated medley of subtle colors and unexpected textures