House: 55 Mercer Street

55 Mercer Lofts (“55 Mercer”), a historic 19th century cast-iron faced building, provides intimate private living at the crossroads of the world. The building has been newly renovated and houses four meticulously crafted three-bedroom floor-through loft apartments that epitomize modern luxury living. Designed by Griffith Thomas, who was dubbed by the American Institute of Architects “the most fashionable architect of his generation”, this 1871 Italianate masterpiece evokes the inimitable character of SoHo. The building lies on one of the area’s more tranquil streets, yet is steps away from some of the city’s chicest shops. Its scale, materials, and gorgeous period detailing make it an exemplar of the landmarked Cast-Iron Historic District. 55 Mercer elegantly combines its mercantile factory roots with understated luxury living.

Description Provided by Sacha Mobarak