This lovely penthouse with stunning Portland city views was a pleasure to stage. We selected furnishings to reflect the lifestyle of the potential buyer.

The Clients contacted Cecil Baker + Partners to reconfigure and remodel the top floor of a prominent Philadelphia high-rise into an urban pied-a-terre. The forty-five story apartment building, overlooking Washington Square Park and its surrounding neighborhoods, provided a modern shell for this truly contemporary renovation. Originally configured as three penthouse units, the 8,700 sf interior, as well as 2,500 square feet of terrace space, was to become a single residence with sweeping views of the city in all directions. The Client’s mission was to create a city home for collecting and displaying contemporary glass crafts. Their stated desire was to cast an urban home that was, in itself, a gallery. While they enjoy a very vital family life, this home was targeted to their urban activities - entertainment being a central element. The living areas are designed to be open and to flow into each other, with pockets of secondary functions. At large social events, guests feel free to access all areas of the penthouse, including the master bedroom suite. A main gallery was created in order to house unique, travelling art shows. Stemming from their desire to entertain, the penthouse was built around the need for elaborate food preparation. Cooking would be visible from several entertainment areas with a “show” kitchen, provided for their renowned chef. Secondary preparation and cleaning facilities were tucked away. The architects crafted a distinctive residence that is framed around the gallery experience, while also incorporating softer residential moments. Cecil Baker + Partners embraced every element of the new penthouse design beyond those normally associated with an architect’s sphere, from all material selections, furniture selections, furniture design, and art placement. Barry Halkin and Todd Mason Photography

Huge minimalist open concept marble floor and white floor home theater photo in Miami with a projector screen and white walls

Edward C. Butera
Living room - large modern open concept marble floor living room idea in Miami with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Upper East Side Manhattan terrace garden with pergola, tv and kitchen ©toddhaimanlandscapedesign2015
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard stone patio remodel in New York with a pergola

Sea-Dar Construction, Studio Dykas, Michael J. Lee Photography
Bathroom - contemporary master bathroom idea in Boston

The staircase, especially, where flowing, organic lines of polished steel and palisander create a glorious fusion that I think is a new modern classic, and a hallmark of this project.

Barry Grossman
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall home bar remodel in Miami with flat-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets

Durston Saylor
Large transitional freestanding desk study room photo in New York with no fireplace

Nick Johnson
Inspiration for a huge contemporary u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, paneled appliances, two islands, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and marble countertops

Closeup of pull-out shoe storage; photo by Alice Gao
1950s closet photo in New York

DuChateau Floors. French oak hardwood floors. Atelier Series Driftwood Natural.
Kitchen - modern kitchen idea in Melbourne

The Clients contacted Cecil Baker + Partners to reconfigure and remodel the top floor of a prominent Philadelphia high-rise into an urban pied-a-terre. The forty-five story apartment building, overlooking Washington Square Park and its surrounding neighborhoods, provided a modern shell for this truly contemporary renovation. Originally configured as three penthouse units, the 8,700 sf interior, as well as 2,500 square feet of terrace space, was to become a single residence with sweeping views of the city in all directions. The Client’s mission was to create a city home for collecting and displaying contemporary glass crafts. Their stated desire was to cast an urban home that was, in itself, a gallery. While they enjoy a very vital family life, this home was targeted to their urban activities - entertainment being a central element. The living areas are designed to be open and to flow into each other, with pockets of secondary functions. At large social events, guests feel free to access all areas of the penthouse, including the master bedroom suite. A main gallery was created in order to house unique, travelling art shows. Stemming from their desire to entertain, the penthouse was built around the need for elaborate food preparation. Cooking would be visible from several entertainment areas with a “show” kitchen, provided for their renowned chef. Secondary preparation and cleaning facilities were tucked away. The architects crafted a distinctive residence that is framed around the gallery experience, while also incorporating softer residential moments. Cecil Baker + Partners embraced every element of the new penthouse design beyond those normally associated with an architect’s sphere, from all material selections, furniture selections, furniture design, and art placement. Barry Halkin and Todd Mason Photography

Park Avenue Penthouse - Kitchen Photo by Kris Tamburello Photography
Example of a mid-sized classic u-shaped kitchen design in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Brantley Photography
Example of a trendy white floor wine cellar design in Miami with beige walls and display racks

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Example of a large trendy master carpeted and beige floor bedroom design in New York with white walls and no fireplace

This edgy urban penthouse features a cozy family room. Grounded by a linear fireplace, the large sectional and two lounge chairs creates the perfect seating area. Carefully chosen art, sparks conversation.

Private office at Four Seasons Penthouse condo. Desk and shelving designed by Cravotta Interiors. Tomato red leather chair by Zanotta. Vintage Moroccan rug. Dark painted gloss ceilings.

Mary Kate McKenna Photography, LLC
Transitional master carpeted bedroom photo in DC Metro with gray walls