From an iconic Manhattan condominium to a charming Victorian-inspired haven in the Texas countryside, these homes prove that exposed brick is a time-honored way to infuse a home with history and character.
Distinctive Style in Jackson Square
San Francisco, California | Deborah Svoboda, Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage
This two-level one-bedroom apartment in Jackson Square is one of a collection of nine residences blending modern materials and amenities with period details that pay tribute to the history of San Francisco. In addition to soaring ceilings with skylights, Brazilian teak flooring, custom cabinetry and millwork, generous use of granite and limestone, professional-caliber appliances, and Villeroy & Boch fixtures, exposed walls of original brick contribute to an eye-catching style that has resulted in the property’s being featured in numerous design publications.
Chic Tribeca Retreat
New York, New York | Kaptan Unugur, Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage
In a full-service Prewar building on a charming cobblestone Tribeca street, this three-bedroom condominium home is filled with striking period details—including handsome exposed brick and structural beams—along with modern amenities that range from surround sound to wine refrigerators. Among its offerings are a living area with a wood-burning fireplace, a chef’s kitchen with top-tier stainless-steel appliances, an office with a Murphy bed and a walk-in closet, and a private garden with a view of the skyline.
Inviting Style in Santa Fe
Santa Fe, New Mexico | John Rigatti & Tim Van Camp, Sotheby’s International Realty – Santa Fe – Main Downtown Brokerage
Surrounded by vibrant landscaping and five acres of rugged high desert terrain, this 5,382-square-foot estate enjoys the privacy of its location in the exclusive Las Campanas community, just northwest of downtown Santa Fe. Chic living and entertaining spaces are flanked by four bedrooms in two distinct wings. Influences of the Southwest and the French countryside can be felt in the kitchen, with its classical wood cabinetry, honey-hued hardwood floors, coved ceiling, wide sunny windows, and brick-clad cooking alcove.
Chic Chelsea Townhouse
New York, New York | The Heyman Team, Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage
The versatile floor plan of this sophisticated Chelsea townhouse allows for a generous six bedrooms or four bedrooms and a spacious office suite. Timeless exposed brick walls contribute to a classic New York ambiance in both the dining area—which adjoins the chef’s kitchen—and a lofty, light-filled living room with a fireplace, floor-to-ceiling windows, and French doors to a balcony. The private quarters are secluded on the two upper levels. A garage and a rooftop terrace are welcome rare amenities.
Timeless Texas Treasure
Montgomery, Texas | Charlotte Blocker, Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty – The Woodlands Brokerage
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