Brauser Group making a statement in Chelsea.Designed by architect Garrett Gourlay as a distinct visual statement at the corner of Sixth Avenue and West 18th Street, 100 West 18th Street, a new luxury residential condominium condominium In modern property law, individual ownership of one dwelling unit within a multidwelling building. Unit owners have undivided ownership interest in the land and those portions of the building shared in common. property, will rise 10-stories in an unusual multi-angled shape that creates chamfered corners, multiple setbacks, double-height windows and an array of private terraces, all sheathed sheath n. pl. sheaths 1. a. A case for a blade, as of a sword. b. Any of various similar coverings. 2. in iridescent ir·i·des·cent adj. 1. Producing a display of lustrous, rainbowlike colors: an iridescent oil slick; iridescent plumage. 2. black brick. The building will consist of 41 condominium residences, with 23 distinct layouts and prime retail space at the base. Scott Aaron, director of development for The Brauser Group, pointed out, "The building reflects the originality of this truly eclectic e·clec·tic adj. 1. Selecting or employing individual elements from a variety of sources, systems, or styles: an eclectic taste in music; an eclectic approach to managing the economy. 2. neighborhood. The abundance of flexible floor plans will allow buyers to select homes that best suit their lifestyles." Uncommon common areas will include such sophisticated elements as an art gallery-styled lobby; landscaped roof deck with outdoor shower and gas grill; club room with kitchenette connecting to an exterior Zen garden; dedicated package room with refrigeration refrigeration, process for drawing heat from substances to lower their temperature, often for purposes of preservation. Refrigeration in its modern, portable form also depends on insulating materials that are thin yet effective. for food deliveries; fitness center; private storage bins for each residence; and 24-hour concierge service. The units range from one- to four bedrooms, and most have flexible layouts. Two spectacular penthouses will include dramatic, glass-enclosed spiral staircases spiral staircase n → escalera de caracol spiral staircase n → escalier m en colimaçon spiral staircase spiral n leading to private roof decks, 2,000 square feet and 1,500 square feet, respectively, each featuring outdoor gas grills, fireplaces and showers. The contemporary style apartments, ranging in size from 800- to 3,000 square feet, are designed to reinforce an experience of open space. Top-tier gourmet kitchens will include Miele appliances, Subzero refrigerators, wine refrigerators, Miele coffeemakers, and GE washers and vented gas dryers. The master bedrooms will include such unusual features as custom closets and iPod docking stations (1) A cradle for a portable device that serves to charge the unit and connect it to other sources or destinations. For example, an iPod docking station charges the iPod and connects it to a computer, speakers or TV set. . Master bathrooms will feature Tea-for-Two soaking tubs and separate lava stone showers. The project is being developed by The Brauser Group. The sales office opens in February and the anticipated date of occupancy is January 2008. |
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