Jumba la Chelsea

Jumba la kifahari la aina adimu na la kuvutia katika jengo la Seminary Block, lililopo 436 West 20th Street, lilijengwa mwaka 1835 na lipo kwenye ardhi iliyowahi kumilikiwa na Clement Clarke Moore, mwandishi wa “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Limekarabatiwa kabisa kuanzia ndani hadi nje, huku fahari ya mazingira yake ya kihistoria ikihifadhiwa. Makazi haya yenye takriban futi za mraba 10,160 na upana wa futi 25 yanaenea katika ghorofa sita, yakiwa makazi ya kipekee ya familia moja katikati ya Chelsea.

Likijulikana kama Jumba la Chelsea, jengo hili linaunganisha ukubwa na mvuto wa usanifu wa nyumba ya mjini ya karne ya 19 na ustadi na usahihi wa usanifu wa kisasa. Lina vyumba saba vya kulala, bafu kamili nane, vyoo vitatu vya wageni, meko nane na lifti mpya ya kisasa kabisa. Haya yanakamilishwa na maeneo matano ya nje ya faragha, yakiwemo bustani iliyopambwa kwa mandhari nzuri, matuta mawili na roshani mbili.

Likielekea moja kwa moja kwenye The General Theological Seminary, na umbali mfupi tu kutoka High Line, Chelsea Market, Little Island, Meatpacking District, nyumba za sanaa, mikahawa na burudani za usiku, eneo hili linaonyesha kikamilifu sifa ya Chelsea.

Mambo ya ndani yanatambulika kwa nafasi pana, mwanga wa asili na ufundi uliopangwa kwa umakini. Taa za Lutron, sakafu za mwaloni, bafu zenye mfumo wa kupasha joto sakafuni, kazi maalum za useremala na mfumo wa hali ya hewa wa kisasa wenye vidhibiti vya kupasha joto, kupoza na kuongeza unyevunyevu vimeunganishwa kwa ustadi katika jengo lote.

Ghorofa ya ukumbi wa mapokezi ina eneo kubwa la kukaribisha wageni, lenye dari za karibu futi 12, meko mbili na sehemu tofauti ya kulia chakula. Chumba cha wageni cha faragha au chumba cha kusomea, chenye bafu lake la ndani, kinakamilisha ghorofa hii.

Katika ghorofa ya bustani, jiko la kipekee la mpishi ndilo kitovu cha nyumba. Limekamilishwa kwa mbao maalum za walnut, nyuso za mawe, kisiwa kikubwa chenye kingo zinazoteremka kama maporomoko ya maji na vifaa vya ubora wa juu, vikiwemo jiko la Viking Tuscany Pro, friji ya Gaggenau na friji kubwa ya kuhifadhia mvinyo ya Sub-Zero. Jiko linafunguka moja kwa moja kuelekea bustani ya faragha, na hivyo kupanua kwa asili eneo la burudani. Chumba cha bustani, bafu kamili, chumba cha kufulia chenye madirisha na pishi vinakamilisha ghorofa hii.

Ghorofa ya tatu imetengwa kwa ajili ya chumba kikuu cha kulala na maeneo ya faragha ya kuishi. Eneo kubwa la kuketi lenye baa ndogo ya walnut iliyo na sinki na meko linaelekea kwenye maktaba ya kifahari na bafu la ndani lililowekwa kwa umaridadi. Roshani ya faragha inaangalia bustani, huku ofisi na eneo tofauti la kuvaa, pamoja na bafu jingine kamili, vikitoa nafasi ya matumizi mbalimbali na faragha.

Vyumba vingine vitatu vya kulala, kila kimoja kikiwa na bafu lake la ndani, vipo kwenye ghorofa ya nne. Vyote vina vyumba vya kuingia ndani vya kuhifadhi nguo na mwanga mwingi wa asili. Chumba cha mbele kinatofautishwa na meko inayotumika, huku chumba cha nyuma kikiwa na mlango wa moja kwa moja kuelekea kwenye roshani ya faragha.

Ghorofa ya tano na ya sita zinaishia katika eneo la kipekee la faragha la burudani. Dari za juu zenye umbo la kuba na urefu wa ghorofa mbili, madirisha makubwa ya paa, meko, matuta mawili na roshani tofauti huunda mapumziko ya kifahari yenye nafasi na faragha ya aina adimu.

Jumba la Chelsea ni mfano wa kipekee wa usanifu wa kihistoria wa Manhattan, uliotafsiriwa upya kwa maisha ya kisasa. Linatofautishwa na upana wake, ukubwa wake, ufundi wake, historia yake na mkusanyiko wake wa kuvutia wa maeneo ya nje ya faragha. Haya ni makazi ya aina yake katika mojawapo ya vitongoji vinavyotamaniwa zaidi jijini 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.