524 W 19th St 7

Rare opportunity to reside in this living sculpture, Shigeru Ban's masterpiece Metal Shutter House. This incredible three bedroom / three bath home is in Ban's first United States residential building and is one of only 9 luxury units. Known for his poetic architectural style that melds the simplicity of traditional Japanese architecture with the modern lines of the International School, Shigeru Ban tailored what could be characterized as contextual invention to this unique 11 story structure. The stunning floor-through, contemporary duplex of 1,950 square feet offers a double height loggia with electronically controlled Shigeru Ban designed perforated metal shutters. The upwardly pivoting full glass walls open the double height living space completely, blurring the boundary between the inside and outside. Low-profile galleries and buildings throughout the neighborhood allow for long city views, including the Highline and Empire State building from both floors. This priceless, grade A residence is on one of the most celebrated blocks of West Chelsea architecture and art galleries, next to Frank Gehry's IAC headquarters and across the street from Jean Nouvel's 100 11th Avenue. Apartment Features: North exposure, South exposure, West exposure, Balcony, Terrace. Building Features: 24 hour doorman with concierge services.