Dizajniran od dobitnika Pritzkerove arhitektonske nagrade Shigerua Bana, Metal Shutter Houses je butik kondominij smješten na mirnoj ulici u Chelsea. Ovaj svijetli duplex kondominium koji je temeljito renoviran, ima 3 spavaće sobe i 3 kupaonice te se nalazi na drugom katu zgrade, a predstavlja elegantan izraz suvremenog gradskog luksuza. S prostranim stropovima visine 20 ft i parom privatnih vanjskih prostora koji uključuju približno 350 kvadratnih stopa južno orijentiranog vrta koji je dostupan kroz potpuno sklopiv zid od stakla od poda do stropa, svaki dodatak i završna obrada ovog stana od 1,986 kvadratnih stopa su pažljivo odabrani, a niti jedan detalj nije zanemaren. Značajke uključuju besprijekorne podove od bijelog hrasta, ključ-lock pristup dizalom do oba kata, perilicu/sušilicu u stanu i motorizirane perforirane metalne rolete.

Donji nivo stana sastoji se od prostrane kuhinje i dnevnog boravka otvorenog koncepta. Klizna vrata vode u formalnu blagovaonicu, a balkon i terasa na oba kraja kata mogu se otvoriti za besprijekoran unutarnji/vanjski život. Kuhinja u potpunosti bijele boje je portret modernosti. Opremljena je elegantnim skulpturalnim otokom za blagovanje, mat lakiranim namještajem, ostavom i nizom visokokvalitetnih uređaja od Vikingsa i Fisher & Paykela. Besprijekorna puna kupaonica završava prostor. Gornji nivo stana sadrži par prostranih spavaćih soba i kupaonica. Glavna spavaća soba okrenuta je prema sjeveru s pogledom na Empire State Building, ima veliku ormar, a prekrasna en-suite kupaonica opremljena je s dvije umivaonike, tušem i odvojenom kadom za kupanje. Druga spavaća soba gleda na terasu, ima vlastiti privatni ormar i može se koristiti kao uredu kod kuće. Zgrada je udaljena samo pola ulice od High Linea i Hudson River Greenwayja, te je okružena brojnim modernim restoranima, barovima, kafićima, galerijama i trgovinama, uključujući Chelsea Market. Obližnje linije podzemne željeznice uključuju A, C, E i L. Zgrada ima portira koji radi puno radno vrijeme.

Designed by Pritzker Architecture Prize winner Shigeru Ban, Metal Shutter Houses is a boutique condominium situated on a quiet street in Chelsea. A luminous duplex condo thats been gut-renovated, this floor-through 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home situated on the second floor of the building is a sleek expression of contemporary city luxury. With airy 20-ft ceilings and a pair of private outdoor spaces that includes an appx. 350 sq. ft. south-facing garden accessible through a fully retractable floor-to-ceiling glass wall, every fixture and finish of this 1,986 sq. ft. apartment has been hand selected, and no detail has been overlooked. Features include pristine white oak hardwood floors, key-locked elevator access to both levels, an in-home washer/dryer, and motorized perforated metal shutters.

The lower level of the home consists of an expansive, open-concept kitchen and living space. Sliding doors lead into a formal dining area, and the balcony and terrace on either end of the floor can be opened up for a seamless indoor/outdoor living experience. The all-white kitchen is a portrait of modernity. It is equipped with an elegant sculptural eat-in island, matte lacquer cabinetry, a pantry, and a suite of high-end appliances from Viking and Fisher & Paykel. An immaculate full bathroom finishes the space. The upper level of the home contains a pair of spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. The master bedroom possesses northern exposure with views of the Empire State Building, a large closet, and a gorgeous en-suite with dual vanity sinks, a walk-in shower, and a separate soaking bathtub. The second bedroom overlooks the terrace, has its own private closet, and can used as a home office. The building is just a half-block from both the High Line and the Hudson River Greenway, and is surrounded by a number of trendy restaurants, bars, cafes, galleries, and shops including Chelsea Market. Nearby subway lines include the A, C, E and L. A full-time doorman serves the building.