
WORLDWIDE PLAZA DUPLEX
Type
Residential
Location
New York, NY
Scope
Interiors
Status
Built [PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY COMING SOON]
Complete gut renovation of a top-floor duplex condominium at Worldwide Plaza
Reconfigured layout to transform this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath apartment into a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home
New electrical and plumbing systems throughout
Replaced the wood-burning fireplace with a clean, energy-efficient gas unit
New energy-efficient heat pump system for heating and cooling
Integrated home automation, and audio-visual systems
Filed as an Alteration Type 2 with the NYC Department of Buildings
Located in Midtown Manhattan’s iconic Worldwide Plaza, this fully renovated duplex transforms an ordinary space into a sophisticated urban home. Designed for a busy Columbia University anesthesiologist, the project balances elegance and practicality, maximizing space and value for a growing family.
The duplex’s two floors offer contrasting atmospheres. The lower level creates a cozy, intimate sanctuary with a luxurious primary bedroom, spa-inspired bathroom, and a nursery designed with natural tones and durable finishes. Upstairs, a bright, open plan living, dining, and kitchen area invites family gatherings and entertaining. The German-engineered kitchen features durable, stain-resistant materials in a sleek monochromatic palette. An expanded light cove unifies the open living space. Surrounded by windows, it is flooded with natural daylight, while a relocated gas fireplace enhances comfort and functionality.
Every detail blends utility with refined aesthetics. Upstairs, the space formerly occupied by a utility room was expanded and converted into a third bedroom and into a solid exterior wall we added a glass terrace door introducing daylighting and outdoor access. An upgraded powder room now functions as a full bath, finished with in white quartzite floors and walls finished in white porcelain and marble. A private hallway connects these two spaces and a lockable door to the living space creates a self-contained suite ideal for guests or a nanny.
This reimagined Manhattan duplex balances privacy and openness, blending timeless design with adaptable solutions. Thoughtful use of a reductive color palette and seamless transitions create a cohesive and inviting home tailored to evolving family needs.
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