Many of the buildings designed by the illustrious Rosario Candela—the most widely esteemed architect of prewar residential buildings in Manhattan—are luxurious limestone-clad giants standing stalwart along Fifth and Park Avenues as enduring epitomes of generous proportions and exceptional taste. This building, one of the few grand structures to span a full block on Park Avenue—between 72nd and 73rd Streets—is a prime example of the architectural richness of Candela’s aesthetic. This refined home retains much of Candela’s trademark style in its sun-swept, classically detailed living areas and large restful bedrooms, with contemporary updates added to create it the ideal residence for modern living and entertaining.
New York, New York | Serena Boardman, Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage
Introducing the home is one of Candela’s signatures: an elegant formal entry gallery, whose anchor is a gracefully sweeping staircase that links the two levels. Beyond are a bright, beautifully appointed living room filled with a timeless air and a view of Park Avenue, a glorious dining room with a host of ornate elements and two tall windows, and a quintessential library with richly hued wood-clad walls and built-in bookshelves. As in many of Candela’s residences, proportions are graceful, ceilings are high, and natural light is plentiful. Time-honored details—handsome traditional moldings, vintage herringbone-patterned hardwood floors, and wood-burning fireplaces—contribute to a distinguished ambience. The spacious kitchen and breakfast room—updated with top-tier appliances and crisp, clean contemporary fixtures and finishes—will please even the most demanding chef. Four outsize east-facing windows admit wonderful light as they gaze out over neighboring townhouses.
The languidly fluid staircase rises to five airy bedrooms on the upper level. The primary suite benefits from a warming wood-burning fireplace—another of Candela’s signatures—ample closets, a luxurious bath with a tub and a shower, and lovely views. The four guest bedrooms enjoy abundant natural light—three from Park Avenue–facing windows—and are accompanied by three baths and numerous closets.
Today the residences at 775 Park Avenue make up one of the city’s most sought-after cooperatives. But Candela would surely approve of its amenities, fitting for a building with a such an urbane provenance: 24-hour concierge service, a door attendant, a private fitness center, and thoughtful auxiliary storage space.
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