The Shephard, #8D

West Village, Manhattan, NY 10014

This spacious 705 square-foot, loft-like studio at The Shephard features high ceilings and large windows facing west, with amazing light and air.

The chefs kitchen is open to the living room, and is designed by Gachot Studio with Smallbone of Devizes custom cabinetry, Miele appliances, and a large island. The bathroom is outfitted beautifully with Lefroy Brooks fixtures and Dolomiti white slab walls. There is wonderful wall space for artwork and furniture and smart built-ins. A washer and dryer in residence and central air complete this home.

8D at The Shephard would be a wonderful full-time or part-time residence.

The residences at The Shephard have wonderful architectural details, including barrel-vaulted ceilings, gracious entry foyers, gallery spaces, and special nooks to accommodate built-in bookshelves or art. The windows, some arched, are large, Landmark-approved, and both double-paned and triple-glazed. The floors are solid oak hardwood in a herringbone pattern. The master baths feature hand-crafted mahogany vanities with Lefroy Brooks fixtures, white mosaic fan tile floors, Dolomiti white stone slab walls, and pale grey painted millwork. Kitchens are custom-made by Smallbone of Devizes, and are outfitted with custom-painted mahogany cabinetry and brass hardware from Valli and Valli. Counters are black absolute granite, and backsplashes and islands are white statuary marble. All appliances are from Miele.

Located on a quiet, tree-lined street in the most sought-after part of the West Village, The Shephard has been thoughtfully redesigned, re-engineered, and totally renovated to become one of the finest and most special residential buildings in Manhattan. Comprised of 38 unique apartments, the interior design by Gachot is elegant and rich, using only the most beautiful materials to accentuate the buildings distinguished character. A new lobby and lovely garden have been created by incorporating a neighboring carriage house into the buildings plan. Every detail has been considered, with all new systems and mechanicals of the highest caliber.

In addition to a full-time doorman and concierge, amenities include a basketball court, a gym with Pilates equipment, a golf simulator, steam rooms, a club room with arcade and ping pong, and a paneled library that opens to the buildings landscaped garden. The building retains an intimate, boutique feel while still providing residents with many fantastic spaces to relax and play.