The Urban Glass House

330 Spring Street in SoHo, New York - The building is at Washington Street and is very close to West and Canal Streets. Philip Johnson, Alan Ritchie

Medium and Value - Eléonore

"These homes were expressly created to address new modes of living, and with a recognition that the greatest luxury consists of perfect proportions, carefully chosen materials, attention to every detail, and the most exquisite craftsmanship."

The interior designer, "Ms. Selldorf used a palette of black, gray and silver and matte and reflective surfaces in the interiors. "The honed black granite surfaces, stainless steel counter tops on the kitchen island, and the anthracite color of the cabinetry add up to an expression of utilitarian elegance," according to the project's website, which added that "dark gray limestone...sets a tone of minimalist purity" in the bathrooms."

Glass is also an obviously important material. The windows are made of five panels of glass ; in some stairs, the corner apartement resemble a glass cube.

The floor is in white oak, an expensive wood, organised in a chevron pattern designed by the interior designer.

Something very important to remember about this building and its apartment is the luxury of the materials used, which adds value to these apartments. The best example is probably the kitchens : Selldorf had them designed by Bulthaup, the prestigious kitchen brand, with an initial price aorund 20,000$.