100 E 53RD Street #41A

Be the first to live in this phenomenal, high floor two bedroom, two-and-a-half bath with breathtaking views from floor-to-ceiling windows facing North, East and West. A gracious entry foyer opens to a light-drenched corner living room and dining area with an open chef's kitchen. The graciously proportioned and purposely detailed kitchen is outfitted in Foster + Partners-designed cabinetry with wire brush oak millwork and a Gaggenau appliance, finished with Italian Carrara marble countertops and backsplash. A thoughtfully designed split bedroom ensures a very private primary suite replete with custom-built closets and a spa-inspired en suite bath. Reflecting the luminous quality of light that bath the residence, primary bathroom is encased in the warm glow of Silver Striato travertine. This bespoke retreat feature wire brushed oak vanity with bronze detailing, radiant heated flooring and steam shower. In addition to travertine flooring, secondary bath has a soaking tub, custom Apaiser countertop with integrated sinks and powder rooms offer Agora Black Turkish marble countertop with integrated sink. Other finishes include Carlisle eight-inch oversized wide-plank white oak flooring and a flush oak interior doors. Selene is designed by Pritzker-Prize winning architect Norman Foster and located on 53rd Street off Park Avenue in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Every detail, from the millwork, to the fittings, to the custom floor-to-ceiling undulating windows. Resident will enjoy an array of light and color throughout the day and captivating day-to-night compositions of New York's most celebrated architectural landmarks. Inspired by its neighboring Modernist masterpieces, the 63-story Selene is composed as a timeless contemporary landmark standing alongside the iconic Seagram Building and Lever House. Its signature glass facade enhances the residences with cascading natural light. Selene further reinforces the clarity and luminosity of the design by its welcoming sanctuary provided by extraordinary lifestyle features and amenities. Public spaces designed by AD100 recipient William T. Georgis are appointed with a museum quality art collection, anchored by an installation in the Fireside Lobby by celebrated artist Rachel Feinstein. Amenity spaces span four floors and are naturally lit by floor-to-ceiling glass walls. The 60-foot-long garden sanctuary swimming pool is surrounded by an arbor of trees. The enfilade of wellness spaces and lounges including The Spa, Fitness and Yoga Salons, Billiards Lounge, Conference Room and Library are finished with slatted oak and smokey granite. The Michelin-starred Le Jardinier restaurant-helmed by Chef Alain Verzeroli and the first New York City restaurant designed by AD100 recipient Joseph Dirand-is just an elevator ride away. Selene is at the coveted apex of city sophistication, surrounded by the shopping of Fifth Avenue, the culinary destinations of Midtown, the cultural richness of MoMA, Carnegie Hall, Broadway, and iconic Central Park.