A global epicenter for fashion, New York City’s streets are full of stylish individuals strutting wherever they go. It’s not unusual to see someone runway-ready just when they’re going for lunch. Of course, the Big Apple is home to many esteemed, fashion designers and model as well. Designer Lisa Perry, for example, and supermodels like Karlie Kloss and Alessandra Ambrosio have all listed their cool Manhattan apartments there before.
Currently, if you’d like to move into a luxe NYC home with fashion cred, a Tribeca triplex new to market is a must-see. Owned by acclaimed designer Lela Rose, the lively residence oozes eclectic character and is priced at a hefty $10.75 million.
Sitting in the famed Woods Mercantile Building, which was built in 1865 in the Second Empire style, the 6,000-square-foot home is awash with architectural details that tell a story and bring a hint of New York magic to every moment. There are 16-foot ceilings, gallery-sized walls ideal for an art collection, and vast southern-exposure windows all on the entry level, making a strong first impression.
While this may be an expected look for a Tribeca pad, some hidden elements also await. A raised bamboo platform with a wet bar allows for “dinner theater,” as the fashionable seller puts it. Hidden tables can ascend from the floor there and also drop from the ceiling, ultimately connecting to hold up to 68 guests for a fanciful meal. If there’s still a question of what entertaining is like here, the bold, temperature-controlled tequila tasting room should answer that. Unsurprisingly, the five-bedroom home has easily hosted everything from runway fashion shows to dance parties.
Other one-of-a-kind elements include a geometric staircase, a dog elevator (created for the seller’s stair-averse pup), and a couture-ready closet. Richard Orenstein of Brown Harris Stevens holds the striking Downtown listing.
