Ako imate smisla za dizajn i čeznete za pogledom na rijeku i prekrasnim prirodnim svjetlom u mirnom domu na drugom katu jednog od najljepših predratnih dragulja Brooklyn Heightsa, ne tražite dalje. Stan 21 na adresi 81 Columbia Heights rijedak je dvosobni stan s jednom kupaonicom u stambenoj zadruzi, pomno renoviran od poda do stropa, s bezvremenskim interijerom i kultnim pogledom kakav se ne može nadmašiti. Smješten na sjeverozapadnom uglu zgrade, s pogledom na donji Manhattan, Brooklyn Bridge Park, East River, šetnicu Promenade i povijesnu ulicu Cranberry, stan ima prozor u svakoj prostoriji, pa ćete uživati u prekrasnom svjetlu i slikovitim pogledima u svako doba dana. Nalazi se samo jedan kat iznad prizemlja, u prekrasno održavanoj predratnoj stambenoj zadruzi s domarom koji živi u zgradi, novouređenom krovnom terasom s panoramskim pogledom na rijeku i Manhattan, prostorom za odlaganje bicikala i motocikala te velikim spremištem u podrumu koje je uključeno u cijenu.

Uđite kroz veličanstveno predratno predvorje, pokraj blistavih mjedenih poštanskih sandučića i mramornog ulaznog prostora, popnite se širokim stubištem i stignite kući u stan koji ne zahtijeva nikakve dodatne radove da bi postao vaš novi dom. Praktičan raspored s odvojenim spavaćim sobama osigurava privatnost u objema, dok se u sredini nalaze elegantan dnevni boravak i blagovaonica, a uz njih kuhinja u nizu s prozorom koji gleda na ulicu Cranberry. U cijelom stanu sačuvani su brojni predratni detalji, među kojima su zidovi obloženi daskama, drveni podovi, visoki stropovi te puna vrata sa staklenim i mjedenim okovima. Dodatne značajke uključuju ormare izrađene po mjeri i ugradbene drvene elemente koji osiguravaju mjesto za sve.

Kuhinja s prozorom, uređena za pravog kuhara, potpuno je obnovljena u trajno privlačnom seoskom stilu. Ima ormariće kremastobijele boje, potpuno obloženi hladnjak Sub-Zero, dubok bijeli porculanski sudoper s prednjom ukrasnom oblogom, raskošne radne ploče od carrarskog mramora i vintage ručkice na ladicama. Prava je posveta bezvremenskom šarmu obližnje povijesne arhitekture Brooklyn Heightsa. Ne propustite ni moderne značajke zbog kojih je kuhanje za veće društvo jednostavno. Među njima su drobilica za otpad, plinski štednjak GE i ugradbena brza pećnica/mikrovalna pećnica GE. I kupaonica s prozorom jednako je privlačna, s velikim podnim pločicama od carrarskog mramora koje se savršeno nadopunjuju s klasičnim bijelim zidnim pločicama tipa „subway”, kompletom kromiranih armatura Kohler s križnim ručkama i bijelim umivaonikom na postolju. Niša sa staklenim policama u kadi/tušu i dodatni ormarić za lijekove olakšavaju pohranu.

Krenite prema prednjem dijelu stana, pokraj velikog ormara za pohranu, gdje vas čeka veličanstvena spavaća soba s pogledom na vodu s dvije strane. Trenutačno se koristi kao spavaća soba koja ujedno služi i kao radna soba, a jedan joj je zid opremljen dvjema ugradbenim policama za knjige od poda do stropa, s idealnim razmakom za običan krevet, sklopivi zidni krevet ili sofu. Na drugoj se strani nalazi majstorski izrađen radni stol po mjeri s prostorom za pohranu, savršen za sve vaše potrebe za radom od kuće. Još veća spavaća soba na suprotnoj strani stana lako prima bračni krevet king-size, a pruža mir i tišinu ulice Cranberry. Veliki ormar izrađen po mjeri nudi obilje prostora za pohranu.

Odmah ispred ulaznih vrata čeka vas svjetski poznata šetnica Promenade, s veličanstvenim pogledom na East River i donji Manhattan. Na kraju bloka nalazi se ulaz u Brooklyn Bridge Park, a iza ugla ćete pronaći niz nagrađivanih restorana i trgovina, školu PS 8 te sve linije podzemne željeznice na postaji Borough Hall. Do sadržaja četvrti Dumbo lako se stiže kratkom šetnjom nizbrdo. Pranje rublja u stanovima nije dopušteno, no u podrumu se nalazi prostrana praonica s brojnim perilicama i sušilicama te veliko spremište koje se ne naplaćuje dodatno. Psi nisu dopušteni, ali mačke jesu uz prethodno odobrenje. Ne propustite ovaj poseban dom.

If you have an eye for design, and crave a river view and amazing light from a quiet home perched on the second floor of one of Brooklyn Heights' most lovely pre-war gems, then look no further. Unit 21 at 81 Columbia Heights is that rare 2 bed, 1 bath coop that has been lovingly renovated from top-to-bottom with a timeless interior design and an iconic view that knows no equal. Situated on the northwest corner of the building, with views of lower Manhattan, Brooklyn Bridge Park, the East River, the Promenade, and historic Cranberry street, you will enjoy a window in every single room in the apartment, assuring you glorious light and picturesque views no matter the time of day. Situated just one flight up in a beautifully maintained pre-war coop with a live-in super, newly renovated roofdeck with panoramic river and Manhattan views, a bike and motorcycle storage area, and even includes a large storage cage in the basement for no additional charge.

Enter through a glorious pre-war lobby, past the gleaming brass mailboxes and marble foyer, up a generous flight of stairs and arrive home to an apartment that requires nothing to make it your new residence. A convenient split layout ensures privacy to both bedrooms, with an elegant living and dining area in the middle, and an adjacent galley kitchen with a window looking out on to Cranberry Street. Pre-war details abound throughout the home and include shiplap walls, hardwood floors, high-ceilings, and solid core doors with glass and brass hardware. Additional features include fully customized closets and custom built-in millwork that ensures a place for everything.

The windowed chef's kitchen has been fully renovated in an eternally appealing farmhouse style that includes creamy white cabinetry, a fully paneled Sub-Zero fridge, a deep white porcelain apron-front sink, rich Carrara marble countertops, and vintage cup hardware on the drawers. An ode to the endless charms of the nearby historic Brooklyn Heights architecture. And don't miss the modern features that make even cooking for a crowd a breeze. These delights include a garbage disposal, GE Gas range, PLUS a built-in GE speed oven/microwave. The windowed full bathroom is equally appealing with its oversized Carrara marble floors juxtaposed perfectly with classic white subway-tiled walls and a suite of chrome Kohler cross-handle fixtures and a white pedestal sink. A niche with glass shelving in the tub/shower and an extra medicine cabinet makes storage easy.

Head to the front of the apartment, past a large storage closet, where a glorious bedroom with two exposures and water views awaits. Currently used as a bedroom that does double duty as an office and/or bedroom, you will enjoy a wall with two floor-to-ceiling bookshelves built-out on one side, perfectly spaced for a regular bed, a murphy bed, or a sofa to tuck between. The other side includes a masterfully constructed custom desk and storage area, perfect for all of your office needs. An even larger bedroom on the other side of the apartment easily accommodates a king-sized bed and enjoys the peace and tranquility of Cranberry Street. A large and fully customized closet offers abundant storage.

Right outside your front door the world-famous promenade awaits with its glorious views of the East River and Lower Manhattan. At the end of the block is the entrance to Brooklyn Bridge Park, and around the corner is an array of award-winning restaurants, shops, PS 8, and every single subway line at Borough Hall. Dumbo amenities are also an easy jaunt down the hill. Laundry is not allowed in the apartments but there is a spacious laundry room in the basement with many machines, and a large storage cage for no extra charge. No dogs are allowed but cat friendly based on approval. You don't want to miss this special home.