The Empire Condominium at 188 East 78th St. 14C

THE RESIDENCE This five room home, located in one of the Upper East Side’s most distinguished condominiums, is a rare and unique find. With 9’ ceilings and wrap-around windows you will experience stunning light streaming from three exposures and two Juliette Balconies that take in a peek of the park and city scapes. This unique and architecturally spectacular home has been renovated to perfection with its’ clean modern lines, contemporary finishes, and sense of tranquility. Custom millwork and white oak floors extend throughout the apartment making every single detail completely thought out.

Step thru the front door of this 2014 meticulously renovated apartment. In front of you is an expansive central foyer and living room that wiil exceed all expectations and set the tone for the modern elegance of this space.

The dining and kitchen have been seamlessly combined. English Windsor wood solid single-slab dining table is a work of art that extends 168" into the Poliform kitchen where you have cabinets made of natural oak and glass. The countertops are of Cesar Stone and the floor is of polished concrete. All appliances are stainless steel from Gaggenau. The rangehood is from Futuro. The cook top includes a Teppanyaki Grill. The washer/dryer is Bosch. There is also a perfectly situated Gaggenau wine refrigerator.

The corner master bedroom provides a modern minimalist sanctuary with custom-fit closets, one of which is a walk-in, windowed ensuite bath featuring double limestone sinks, an electric commode by Duravit, heated towel rack, and Hansgrohe Axor Citterio faucets. The walk-in shower has a Dorinbracht polished chrome rainshower head. The second bath has similar finishes.

The second bedroom is situated on the opposite side of the apartment and has been expanded with additional storage.

Every technological advancement has been incorporated and is run by a Crestron System with automated lights, shades, audio visual, and HVAC components all of which have been carefully placed.

THE BUILDING This condominium consists of 71 residential apartments, 1 superintendent apartment, and 2 commercial units. Additional features include a doorman, attended lobby, state of the art fitness center, garage, private garden, children’s playroom, business center, bike room, and private screening/dining/meeting room(s). Pets are permitted.