Inside the $12M Upper West Side Pre-War Penthouse With Boffi Interiors at 720 West End Avenue
+2 Inside the $12M Upper West Side Pre-War Penthouse With Boffi Interiors at 720 West End Avenue
Inside the $12M Upper West Side Pre-War Penthouse With Boffi Interiors at 720 West End Avenue
Inside the $12M Upper West Side Pre-War Penthouse With Boffi Interiors at 720 West End Avenue
Inside the $12M Upper West Side Pre-War Penthouse With Boffi Interiors at 720 West End Avenue
Inside the $12M Upper West Side Pre-War Penthouse With Boffi Interiors at 720 West End Avenue
Penthouse 17C is a four-bedroom corner duplex atop 720 West End Avenue, the transformation of a historic landmarked Emery Roth-designed pre-war building, thoughtfully reimagined by famed Dutch designer Thomas Juul-Hansen into a premier residential address. Currently asking $12,000,000, the residence spans 3,700 square feet with cinematic views of the Upper West Side and the Hudson River and triple exposures to the south, east, and north. Penthouse 17C is further defined by two massive private terraces located off the kitchen and dining room, a rare feature that offers seamless indoor-outdoor living just in time for the warmer months ahead. An elegant interior staircase connects the upper and lower levels, creating a natural separation between entertaining and private living spaces.
Interiors by Thomas Juul-Hansen bring a refined and cohesive design sensibility to the home, expressed through wide-plank white oak flooring, custom millwork, and a soft neutral material palette. Complementing this approach, art-filled furnishings styled by internationally renowned Italian design house Boffi introduce a gallery-like experience, layering in curved forms, rich textures, and statement pieces that add depth and quiet contrast throughout. The great room is anchored by a sleek gas fireplace and framed by expansive windows, while the custom Boffi kitchen features honed Namibia Rose marble, white oak cabinetry, and fully integrated appliances. Spa-like bathrooms are finished in Volakas and Thassos marble with radiant heated floors and Waterworks fixtures.
720 West End Avenue offers over 30,000 square feet of amenities, an incredibly rare offering for a pre-war building, and Penthouse 17C even comes with a complimentary on-site parking space, an exceptional convenience in New York City.
Additional Details
- Developed through a collaboration between Glacier Equities and InterVest Capital Partners, the building has been elegantly reimagined by globally renowned designer Thomas Juul-Hansen and offers 131 contemporary classic residences along with over 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, a rarity for a pre-war building. This expansive suite brings a modern, full-service lifestyle while continuously remaining rooted in character.
- Originally conceived in 1927 as the grand Hotel Marcy, 720 West End Avenue was designed by legendary New York architect Emery Roth, whose Beaux-Arts and Art Deco-influenced buildings, including the El Dorado, the Beresford, and the San Remo, helped define the Upper West Side skyline. Juul-Hansen’s approach draws from this legacy, reinterpreting traditional proportions and architectural detailing through a more restrained, contemporary lens that prioritizes livability, flow, and natural light.
- Located on a prime corner within the landmarked West End Historic District, along the longest continuous stretch of pre-war architecture in Manhattan, the 17-story building stands as one of Roth’s enduring contributions to the neighborhood. The property has been carefully renovated and restored by BP Architects, preserving key historic elements of the Renaissance Revival-style façade, including the marquee, main entry, and stone base, while introducing a new top floor with penthouse duplexes that bring outdoor living and modern spatial openness to the historic structure.
- Throughout the interiors, Juul-Hansen establishes a timeless design language grounded in materiality and balance. Continuous white oak flooring and custom millwork create warmth and continuity, while kitchens pair honed Namibia Rose marble with fluted glass and reflective bronze cabinetry, introducing a subtle contrast between softness and sheen. Bathrooms are conceived as calm, immersive spaces, finished in Volakas and Thassos marble with a restrained palette that emphasizes longevity and quiet luxury. The overall effect is one of understated elegance, where each material is selected to enhance light, proportion, and spatial clarity rather than compete for attention.
