Gidan Alfarma na Chelsea

Wani katafaren gida na musamman kuma mai ban mamaki a cikin rukunin gine-ginen Seminary Block, mai lamba 436 West 20th Street, an gina shi ne a shekarar 1835, kuma yana kan ƙasar da Clement Clarke Moore, marubucin “Daren Kafin Kirsimeti,” ya taɓa mallaka. An sake gyara gidan gaba ɗaya daga tushe, tare da kiyaye ɗaukaka da martabar wurin tarihi da yake ciki. Wannan gida mai faɗin kusan ƙafafun murabba’i 10,160, mai faɗin ƙafa 25, ya shimfiɗa a hawa shida, kuma ya zama fitaccen gidan zama na iyali guda a tsakiyar Chelsea.

Ana kiransa Gidan Alfarma na Chelsea, kuma ya haɗa faɗi da martabar gine-ginen gidan birni na ƙarni na 19 da ƙwarewa da daidaiton ƙirar zamani. Yana da ɗakunan kwana bakwai, cikakkun bandakuna takwas, ƙananan banɗakunan baƙi uku, murhu takwas, da sabon lif na zamani mafi inganci. Haka kuma yana da wuraren zama a waje guda biyar na masu gidan kaɗai, waɗanda suka haɗa da lambun da aka tsara, filayen zama a saman gini guda biyu, da baranda guda biyu.

Gidan yana kallon General Theological Seminary kai tsaye, kuma yana da tazarar ɗan lokaci kaɗan daga High Line, Chelsea Market, Little Island, Meatpacking District, ɗakunan zane-zane, gidajen cin abinci da wuraren nishaɗin dare. Wurin yana wakiltar ainihin salon unguwar Chelsea.

Cikin gidan ya bambanta saboda faɗin ɗakuna, hasken rana da fasahar aikin hannu da aka kula da ita sosai. An haɗa hasken Lutron, benayen itacen oak, bandakuna masu dumama ta ƙasan bene, aikin katako na musamman, da ingantaccen tsarin HVAC mai sarrafa dumama, sanyaya da danshin iska a ko’ina cikin gidan.

Hawan parlor ya yi fice da babban fili na tarbar baƙi mai rufin kusan ƙafa 12, murhu biyu da wani yanki na cin abinci dabam. Ɗakin baƙi mai zaman kansa mai bandakin cikinsa, ko kuma ɗakin nazari, ya kammala wannan hawa.

A matakin lambun, ingantaccen ɗakin girkin ƙwararren mai dafa abinci ne cibiyar gidan. An kawata shi da itacen goro na musamman, saman dutse, babban teburin girki mai faɗi wanda gefunansa ke gangarowa har ƙasa, da na’urorin zamani masu inganci, ciki har da murhun Viking Tuscany Pro, firij ɗin Gaggenau da babban firij ɗin ruwan inabi na Sub-Zero. Ɗakin girkin yana buɗewa kai tsaye zuwa lambun masu gidan kaɗai, yana mai da shi kamar ci gaban wuraren tarbar baƙi. Ɗakin lambu, cikakken banɗaki, ɗakin wanki mai tagogi da ɗakin ajiya na ƙasa sun kammala wannan hawa.

An keɓe hawa na uku ga babban ɗakin kwana da wuraren zama na masu gidan. Faɗaɗɗen wurin zama mai mashayar goro da murhu yana kaiwa zuwa babban ɗakin karatu da kuma banɗakin ciki da aka ƙawata cikin salo. Baranda mai zaman kansa yana kallon lambun, yayin da ofis da wurin saka kaya dabam, tare da wani cikakken banɗaki, ke ba da zaɓuɓɓuka da keɓantawa.

Ƙarin ɗakunan kwana uku masu bandakunan cikinsu suna hawa na huɗu. Kowannensu yana da ɗakin ajiye kaya mai shiga ciki da yalwar hasken rana. Murhu mai aiki yana bambanta ɗakin kwana na gaba, yayin da ɗakin kwana na baya ke da ƙofar kai tsaye zuwa baranda mai zaman kansa.

Hawa na biyar da na shida sun ƙunshi wani mataki na musamman na nishaɗi da tarbar baƙi na masu gidan kaɗai. Rufi mai tsayi mai hawa biyu, manyan tagogin sama, murhu, filayen zama biyu a saman gini da kuma wani ƙaramin hawa na sama dabam sun samar da katafaren wurin shakatawa mai keɓantawa da faɗin da ba kasafai ake samu ba.

Gidan Alfarma na Chelsea wani gagarumin misali ne na gine-ginen tarihi na Manhattan da aka sake fasalta domin rayuwar zamani. Faɗinsa, girmansa, ƙwarewar aikin hannu, tarihin mallakarsa da tarin wuraren zama na musamman a waje sun bambanta shi. Gida ne na musamman a ɗaya daga cikin unguwannin da aka fi nema a New York.

The Chelsea Mansion

A rare and remarkable Seminary Block mansion, 436 West 20th Street dates to 1835 and occupies land once owned by Clement Clarke Moore, author of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas." Fully gut renovated while preserving the grandeur of its historic setting, this approximately 10,160-square-foot, 25-foot-wide residence unfolds across six levels as an exceptional single-family home in the heart of Chelsea.

Known as The Chelsea Mansion, the property combines the scale and architectural presence of a 19th-century townhouse with the sophistication and precision of contemporary design. Seven bedrooms, eight full bathrooms, three powder rooms, eight fireplaces, and a new state-of-the-art elevator are complemented by five private outdoor spaces, including a landscaped garden, two terraces, and two balconies.

Directly opposite The General Theological Seminary and moments from the High Line, Chelsea Market, Little Island, the Meatpacking District, galleries, restaurants, and nightlife, the location is quintessentially Chelsea.

The interiors are defined by generous proportions, natural light, and carefully considered craftsmanship. Lutron lighting, oak floors, radiant-heated bathrooms, custom millwork, and a sophisticated HVAC system with heating, cooling, and humidification controls are seamlessly integrated throughout.

The parlor level is distinguished by a grand entertaining space with nearly 12-foot ceilings, two fireplaces, and a separate dining area. A private guest suite or study with en-suite bath completes the floor.

At garden level, an exceptional chef's kitchen anchors the home, finished in custom walnut with stone surfaces, an oversized waterfall island, and premium appliances including a Viking Tuscany Pro range, Gaggenau refrigerator, and oversized Sub-Zero wine refrigerator. The kitchen opens directly to the private garden, creating a natural extension of the entertaining spaces. A garden room, full bath, windowed laundry room, and cellar complete the level.

The third floor is dedicated to the primary suite and private living spaces. A generous sitting area with walnut wet bar and fireplace leads to a stately library and beautifully appointed en-suite bath. A private balcony overlooks the garden, while a separate office and dressing area and an additional full bath provide flexibility and discretion.

Three additional en-suite bedrooms occupy the fourth floor, each with walk-in closets and abundant natural light. A working fireplace distinguishes the front bedroom, while the rear bedroom enjoys direct access to a private balcony.

The fifth and sixth floors culminate in an extraordinary private entertaining level. Vaulted double-height ceilings, expansive skylights, a fireplace, two terraces, and a separate loft create an elevated retreat with a rare sense of volume and privacy.

The Chelsea Mansion is an exceptional expression of historic Manhattan architecture reinterpreted for contemporary living-distinguished by its width, scale, craftsmanship, provenance, and extraordinary collection of private outdoor spaces. It is a singular residence in one of New York's most coveted neighborhoods.