Beaux Arts

How do you know you’ve arrived? You’d live in one of Philadelphia’s most elegant buildings, situated on Rittenhouse Square Park without having to compromise your desire for an abundance of beautiful living space. To create this opportunity, 2 separate units have been enjoined to create the 2,200+ stunning square foot living space in this exquisite and iconic Beaux Arts style building. This architectural masterpiece features intricate stone carvings, balustrades, Juliet balconies, arched windows, ornate iron work and the crown jewel, the iconic glass and iron marquis and doors. This is where impeccable service begins. From the moment you approach, the door is opened for you and the staff stands ready to assist with packages. As you walk through the grand lobby, enveloped by coffered and gilded ceilings, Tiffany chandeliers, and marble floors the elevator operator greets you and ushers you your floor. The elegant foyer with gleaming marble floors and intricate millwork greets you and leads you into your expansive space as sunlight pours through large windows and Juliet balconies, highlighting the soaring ceilings, crown moldings and parquet floors. The open Dining and Living Room features a wonderful wide-open space with built in bookcases and recessed lighting. The Dining Area feat. the perfect niche created by a bay of windows for you and your dining guests to enjoy a meal prepared in your adjacent, classic black and white tiled Kitchen feat. a gas Thermador Range, Carrera marble countertops, plenty of cabinetry, and closets too! The exquisite Main Bedroom features two full bay window alcoves, prefect for seating, dressing or just enjoying the view. A walk-in closet and a classic Ensuite Main Bath with wall-to-wall glass shower, vanity with marble top and designer lighting make this truly a suite. The Study/ 2nd Bedroom features 2 closets, amazing views and light captured by the oversized windows and doors including a Juliette balcony. The second full bathroom feat. tiled floor, tub shower and pedestal sink. The Family Room, located at the corner of the building features more amazing views from the wall of windows, a sitting area, an open gathering area, Juliette balcony, and ample built in custom shelving. The Craft Room/Laundry Room. Here you will find open space with a beautiful free standing porcelain sink, built ins and the washer and dryer. This space could potentially be additional small kitchen or full bath to service the current Family Room, or as part of a suite for an au Pair, caregiver, boomerang child or parent There’s even a separate entrance door from the foyer that could be utilized for more privacy, should you wish for this to become separate living quarters. These spaces are designed to function for however you decide whether it be elegant entertaining, working from home, a more informal retreat or working on your next project in the craft room. There are amenities too, including a Gym, Bike Room and a full-service Mail Room. The staff will collect your mail and packages and deliver them to your door and will even send you a text message to let you know your package arrived! Just outside the front door is the lovely Rittenhouse Square Park where Black-Tie galas, art shows, picnics, children playing and dog walking are a common site. Fine and casual dining, coffee bars, the new Equinox gym and plenty of boutique shops are just outside your front door. When you’ve finished your day, you can come home where the doorman is waiting to greet you, its “library” quiet and ascend to your quiet oasis, high above it all. Yes, you have arrived. An allowance for 1 year of parking to be given to the buyer from the seller with an acceptable agreement of sale.