True Homes Made Complete with Gaggenau
The boutique building at 40 East End sits in a neighborhood that’s very different from neighborhoods further south. Synonymous with the New Yorkers who graced the “society pages” of broadsheets past, the buildings here morphed from prewar stylings to Bauhaus boxes – but there’s a change afoot. Everything old, is, in fact, new again, as architects and designers have begun drawing inspiration from prewar NYC.
It’s a big reason why the 28 residences of 40 East End really feel like single-family homes. They’re nuanced, they’re bright, and the homes’ proximity to Carl Shurz Park give off the vibe of a true oasis from the bustle of the New York. The homes range in size from three-to-five bedrooms, with a penthouse that includes a fully-equipped outdoor cooking station.
“Throughout each step of the process, we carefully considered how one would live in, move through, and use the spaces we were creating”
This isn’t to say that the residences aren’t elegant – they all feature light-filled, gracious layouts, ceilings as high as 14 feet, and oversized casement windows with sweeping views of the East River and city skyline. At the heart of each residence is an airy kitchen perfect for gourmet cooking or entertaining. Every one of those kitchens is resplendent with Italian marble and lacquered cabinets, and all feature Gaggenau appliances, specified by the architects contracted by the development firm Lightstone: Deborah Berke Partners and Gerner Kronick + Valcarcel (GKV).
Berke, Dean of the Yale School of Architecture, takes pride in work that “distills complex considerations – environmental, social, and aesthetic – into meaningful architecture.” “Deborah has a unique understanding of the residential experience—she designs with purpose and intention,” says Scott J. Avram, Senior Vice President with Lightstone.
“Throughout each step of the process, we carefully considered how one would live in, move through, and use the spaces we were creating,” he adds.
Gerner Kronick + Valcarcel Architects is one of New York’s most highly regarded full-service architecture and interior design firms. They approach every project with a spirit of shared ideas and free-flowing collaboration among all sectors to achieve the best design possible on any scale. Together, the team has 35 years of experience.
40 East End – like other properties curated by Lightstone – demands the “perfection and quiet elegance of Gaggenau.”
