The most widely esteemed architect of prewar residential buildings in New York, Rosario Candela is known for designing many of the luxurious limestone-clad towers that contribute to the one-of-a-kind silhouette of Fifth and Park Avenues. With its generous proportions and exceptional aesthetics, the building at 778 Park Avenue is a prime example of Candela’s style, and this refined cooperative residence—which encompasses the entire ninth floor and enjoys nearly 100 feet of frontage on the avenue—retains many of his trademarks. Its light-flooded, classically detailed living areas feature 11-foot ceilings, august custom moldings, walls ideal for the display of art, and inlaid hardwood floors, while the six bedroom suites are roomy and restful. Contemporary updates have transformed it into the ideal residence for modern Manhattan living and entertaining in one of the world’s most coveted locales.
New York, New York | Nikki Field, Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage
A private elevator landing opens to a striking gallery with custom-stenciled wood floors and grand archways. Beyond are a spacious formal living room with eye-catching dentil moldings, a dining room with a palette that provides a pop of vibrant natural color, and a paneled library with a media wall and built-in bookshelves—all warmed by enviable wood-burning fireplaces. The expertly equipped kitchen boasts an eight-burner stainless-steel Viking range, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a chef’s desk, and a windowed breakfast banquette with built-in shelves and space for a wide-screen television or monitor. In a configuration ideal for festive gatherings, a butler’s pantry offering a wine chiller, abundant additional storage, and an auxiliary dishwasher is tucked between the kitchen and dining room. An elegant powder room is discreetly located just off the entry gallery.
The gallery also gives way to a quiet 50-foot hallway affording access to the private quarters. Occupying the bright southeastern corner is a media room or bedroom with a wall of built-ins and numerous soundproof windows. Secluded on the southwestern corner is a peaceful owner’s bedroom accompanied by an impressive walk-in closet with shoe shelving, a handsome dressing room with deeply hued wood paneling and cushioned window seats, and two discrete baths. Completing the wing are three spacious guest bedrooms with windowed en suite baths and abundant custom-outfitted closets. Levels above and below include staff quarters: a windowed laundry area, three bedrooms or offices, and two baths. A staff dining area off the kitchen and entry gallery has access to a second elevator and the stairs.
A full-service white-glove building that offers bicycle storage and welcomes pets as well as a smart home system controlling audiovisual components make this home the pinnacle of Park Avenue living and an opportunity not to be missed.
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