285 LAFAYETTE Street #PHA, New York City, NY 10012

285 Lafayette Street, Penthouse A<br> Four Bedrooms Three and a Half Bathrooms Approx. 2,890 Interior Sq Ft <br> Approx. 860 Sq Ft of Private Outdoor Space<br> <br> Set on one of SoHo's most desirable blocks, this exceptional&nbsp; duplex penthouse&nbsp;offers a rare synthesis of volume, light, and architectural presence. Encompassing approximately&nbsp; 2,890 interior square feet, complemented by&nbsp; 860 square feet of private outdoor space, the residence delivers a sense of openness and scale that is increasingly difficult to find in downtown Manhattan.<br> <br> A&nbsp; keyed elevator&nbsp;opens directly into the home, introducing dramatic ceiling heights ranging from&nbsp; 10 feet to over 20 feet, most strikingly within the&nbsp; double-height living room. A sculptural floating staircase serves as both architectural centerpiece and functional art, creating an environment equally suited to refined entertaining and private daily living.<br> <br> The&nbsp; open chef's kitchen&nbsp;is designed with both form and performance in mind and is equipped with&nbsp; premium Miele appliances, including a 30-inch wine refrigerator, a 36-inch side-by-side refrigerator and freezer, convection and speed ovens, a water filtration and chiller system, stainless steel cabinetry, and Corian countertops.<br> <br> The residence features&nbsp; four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, with spa-like&nbsp; Carrara marble baths&nbsp;that are timeless, restrained, and thoughtfully detailed. Five terraces extend the living experience outdoors, offering multiple moments of light, air, and privacy. Additional highlights include a&nbsp; newly installed HVAC system&nbsp;with sleek linear diffusers,&nbsp; Lutron lighting,&nbsp; integrated Sonos audio, a&nbsp; central fireplace, and&nbsp; Brazilian cherry wood flooring&nbsp;throughout.<br> <br> Originally constructed in the late 19th century as the&nbsp; Hawley &amp; Hoops chocolate factory, 285 Lafayette Street is a significant example of SoHo's industrial heritage and among the neighborhood's earliest luxury loft conversions. Today, the boutique condominium offers a&nbsp; 24-hour doorman and concierge, a thoughtfully renovated lobby, a landscaped common roof terrace, and&nbsp; two separate points of entry, including a discreet Mulberry Street entrance that provides an added layer of privacy and security.<br> <br> Situated at the intersection of&nbsp; SoHo and Nolita, this penthouse represents a rare opportunity to acquire a residence of enduring architectural integrity, substantial scale, and exceptional outdoor space within one of Manhattan's most established and historically important downtown neighborhoods.