555 West 59 Street   Unit PHB

MAGNIFICENT RIVER AND EXCEPTIONAL PANORAMIC PROTECTED CITY VIEWS WITH EXPANSIVE TERRACE AND FIREPLACESpectacular Open City and River views through floor to ceiling windows and an expansive outdoor terrace are just a few of the fine features of this elegantly designed sun-filled corner duplex penthouse 4 Bedroom home! Facing south and west, this 2500 sf of interior space has a beautifully designed ethanol fireplace and extra high ceilings on both floors. Located on the top two floors of The Element - a luxury white-glove condo in the heart of the City - this sleek and stylish home offers open panoramic city, skyline and Hudson River views from every room. The private terrace has an oversized main seating area for over a dozen people seated and can well house a party of 50-60 outdoors.This well-planned duplex layout creates a wonderful separation between entertaining rooms and private living spaces separated by a modern custom oak and glass staircase. The lower level layout, or the formal entertaining expanse, provides for open loft-like living and dining, a chefs eat-in kitchen, a den/media room or 4th bedroom, a full bath and a large wrap terrace with never-ending sweeping views of the city, a spectacular outdoor oasis that is perfect for entertaining. There are no residences above PHB providing a real private retreat on the terrace.The upper level layout or residence wing includes a luxurious oversized master suite with custom walk-in closet/dressing room and sublime spa-like master bathroom with double windows, deep-soaking tub, double vanity and spa shower, two additional sun-filled bedrooms with custom storage and a full bathroom with double vanity and deep-soaking tub, as well as a laundry closet with Bosch washer/dryer.Open and airy throughout, the apartment faces both south and west, bathing the home in natural light while showcasing not only unobstructed Manhattan views, but brilliant sunsets and moonlit skies at days end. Iconic buildings, landmarks and cultural institutions are in plain view including the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space museum, John Jay college, the Empire State building and the new Hudson Yards and the modern architecture of Via 57. All four exposures are showcased off the terrace, with views as far as the George Washington Bridge and Statue of Liberty. The finest quality finishes and state-of-the art systems can be found throughout along with an incredible amount of custom-designed storage. Modern comforts include a high-end Crestron system controlling lighting, audio and climate with individual room controls, top-of-the-line appliances, walk-in custom closets, wide plank oak floors, custom designed recessed and cove lighting, custom-designed gas fireplace, luxurious Waterworks bathrooms and laundry. The fully outfitted open chefs kitchen would be the delight of any left chef with an abundance of custom white lacquer Italian cabinetry complemented by glass tile backsplash and a large kitchen island. High end stainless appliances include Sub Zero refrigerator, Sub Zero wine refrigerator, Bosch stove top and oven and Bosch dishwasher.Rarely available, this flawless stunning penthouse home is a very special residence with nothing omitted in comfort, function, appeal or design. The Element at 555 West 59th Street is a white-glove full service, luxury condominium with endless luxury services and amenities including full-time doormen and concierge, an attended parking garage, storage, bicycle room, cold storage for fresh food deliveries and stroller storage. The spa features a 60 lap pool, whirlpool, massage and treatment room, saunas, fitness center, yoga/Pilates studio and indoor basketball and squash courts.