THE RESIDENCES
At 109 East 79, the interior floor plans were devised long before the building’s exterior took shape—with soaring ceiling heights, flexible, gallery-like spaces, and an edited approach to embellishment. The exquisite attention to detail is clear from first arrival, with the entrances to all half- and full-floor residences featuring a private vestibule with a custom steel and Bendheim art glass privacy door and wire-brushed European white oak paneling recalling the interiors of the early 20th century French designer Jean-Michel Frank.
Elegant rooms flow seamlessly into each other, emphasizing the feeling of light and space; step-down living rooms in select residences offer engaging sightlines and a discreet delineation between living and dining. Dramatic large-scale casement windows bathe interiors in soft, luminous daylight, providing spaces for thought and reflection.
KITCHENS
The light-filled kitchens are a delightful place to prepare, cook, and entertain. Hand-painted custom Italian cabinetry is offset by polished nickel trim and wire brushed rift cut white oak feature walls to create a warm focal point. Countertops and backsplashes feature slabs of honed Imperial Danby marble while custom stainless steel islands are finished with Nordic Gray marble slabs. Appliances by Wolf, Sub-Zero and Miele with Dornbracht fittings in polished nickel complete these generously-proportioned spaces.
BATHROOMS
In primary bathrooms, the natural elegance of Olympic Danby marble brings an air of refinement and relaxation to the start and end of each day. Custom vanities and fluted glass shower enclosures show a subtle Art Deco influence while freestanding tubs in select residences add a modern sense of luxurious indulgence; cool gray tones of Maya quartzite bring a rich glamour to powder rooms.
THE PENTHOUSE
A limited collection of full-floor residences, The Penthouses at 109 East 79 showcase a marriage of expert design and exquisite detailing. Offering expansive full-floor layouts, soaring ceiling heights, dramatic spans of casement-style windows, and a variety of private outdoor spaces of varying scales, each Penthouse has been meticulously designed by Steven Harris Architects to reflect an unmatched attention to proportion and finish. Breathtaking views of iconic New York City landmarks provide a cinematic backdrop from every vantage.
THE TOWNHOUSE
Spanning two floors, The Townhouse at 109 East 79 is a one-of-a-kind residence that exudes elegance. With its verdant private garden, featuring an outdoor fireplace and carefully selected plantings by David Kelly, The Townhouse offers indoor/outdoor living at a scale rarely seen on the Upper East Side. A lofty living and dining room and a separate upstairs bedroom wing complete this grand home.
