With new condominium developments sprouting up all over Manhattan, there has been an overwhelming trend toward buildings constructed with glass and angles. As a conversion, 211 East 51st Street skips this inevitability. The 14-story building has a brick facade that fits in nicely on this quaint, tree-lined street in Midtown Manhattan. But the small feel [...]...

Jasper is one of those unique condo developments that offers something for every member of the family. The kids have their own space in the Children's Play area, while parents will enjoy the fitness area—complete with high-end equipment—and a pool with a fireside lounge. But it's not the amenities that will attract residents to this [...]...

Inside the units of 141 Fifth Avenue, Nancy Ruddy's designs leave residents feeling expansive and cheery. Ceilings soar past ten feet, and eight-foot tall glass doors stand to greet them. Four-inch plank solid walnut floors throughout add a crisp elegance to the homes. Kitchens are equipped with a Miele dishwasher and coffee system, as well [...]...

The interior designers here used light shades of color and wide, well-lit spaces to encourage personalization. While the open living room suggests design options, the follow-through is left up to the residents. World-class appliances in the kitchen add flair, but again, there is little to distract the homeowner from adding that personal touch. Recessed lighting [...]...

Residents of Five Franklin Place will enjoy the thoughtfulness of Van Berkel's design. In consideration of people's innate desire for sunshine, he emphasized natural light throughout the building, even in the traditionally shadowed style of the New York City loft. Each loft unit embraces the sun through the use of double-height windows and the central [...]...