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A rare and remarkable offering on one of Manhattan's most coveted addresses, this triple-mint residence of over 8,000 square feet occupies the second floor of 1016 Fifth Avenue, wrapping the north corner of the building with a privileged outlook over the Metropolitan Museum of Art's plaza and fountain. Trees line the block, filling the apartment with great light and greenery, and almost every room faces out to the street. Originally three separate units, 2ABC was masterfully combined and gut-renovated over the course of two years under the direction of an esteemed architect, resulting in a home that feels entirely purpose-built. The current owners have since made thoughtful upgrades of their own, new appliances throughout the kitchen, an enhanced lighting system, and a custom built-in recessed door, invisible when closed, that discreetly separates the private quarters from the entertaining spaces. One would never suspect this home had any prior life as three separate apartments. The interiors reflect a commitment to craft and detail at every turn. Ceilings just under ten feet are adorned with decorative moldings throughout. Chevron-patterned oak plank floors run through the front entertaining rooms, giving way to limestone in the remaining spaces. The library is fitted with exquisite custom millwork finished in Italian lacquer — a standout space in a home full of them — and is complemented by an adjacent private office. UV-protectant windows in the living room, dining room, and library safeguard works of art from sun damage A private elevator landing sets the tone from the moment of arrival. Beyond, a grand gallery forms the elegant spine of the residence, drawing guests naturally toward the entertaining rooms. The living room faces the museum plaza directly, while the formal dining room is complemented by a temperature- and humidity-controlled wine room with capacity for over 1,000 bottles — a serious collector's amenity in a setting worthy of it. Whole-home humidification extends through the principal entertaining spaces as well, creating an environment as protective of fine art and furnishings as it is comfortable for living. Two powder rooms serve the entertaining floor with ease. The eat-in kitchen opens to a breakfast room that makes daily living as comfortable as entertaining is grand. It has long-plank flooring and top of the line appliances, including new ovens and a warming tray. The private wing comprises five bedroom suites, each with its own en-suite bath, one of which is currently configured as a gym, along with a generous playroom and den, ideal for media, recreation, or a second sitting room. The primary suite is anchored by a generous dressing room and benefits from the same whole-home humidification system found throughout the entertaining spaces. The systems throughout are as considered as the finishes. Central air conditioning is delivered via discreet in-room air handlers that minimize ductwork, with each room independently temperature-controlled. A SmartMasterNet device allows the entire HVAC system to be managed remotely by phone or tablet. Security is equally uncompromising: the apartment is equipped with over 120 alarm sensors throughout, a level of protection that is both comprehensive and virtually unmatched in a residential setting. Staff quarters with bath, a separate laundry room, and abundant storage throughout complete this extraordinarily well-considered home. Located at 1016 Fifth Avenue, a premier white-glove cooperative with a canopied entrance on East 83rd Street, the building offers a magnificent marble lobby, full-time doorman and porters, and a resident manager. Additional amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center and private storage units. Pied-à-terres and 50% financing are permitted, and pets are welcome.

This is your opportunity to purchase a generational asset with stable income, recent comprehensive renovations, and an irreplaceable location less than a block from Hermosa's vibrant Pier Avenue and a few blocks from the ocean. All three units feature new kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, windows, appliances and fixtures, creating a true turnkey investment. Currently 100% occupied and leased at strong market rents, tenants enjoy the amenities including six total parking spaces, private tenant storage lockers, and a spacious shared outdoor area with low-maintenance turf lawn. Situated in one of Southern California’s most supply-constrained coastal markets, the property benefits from a walkable lifestyle, consistent rental demand, and a resident profile that historically produces strong tenancy and rent resilience.

Close to Knox Street area and with access to the Katy Trail, 4017 Buena Vista #104 offers timeless charm, walkability and effortless city living in the heart of Uptown. A rare two-bedroom, 2.5 bath end unit, 1,183 square feet townhome with stylish updates, this home provides abundant natural light with windows on three sides and inviting living spaces. The open floor plan and private outdoor patio has great spaces for everyday living and entertaining. Amenities include beautiful wood burning fireplace, wet bar, half bath down for guests, full size utility closet upstairs, and both bedrooms with private ensuite full baths. This well maintained home has many updates by owners including replaced and upgraded entire HVAC system (2 units) and added additional upstairs duct work (2025); replaced electrical panel (2021); replaced water heater (2021); added WiFi security door bell, motion detectors and exterior cameras (2021); and cleaned chimney and added chimney cap (2025). New roof and overlay and decking recently installed by HOA (2024). Two parking spots are reserved for owners. This unbeatable location is near Knox Street and Fitzhugh shopping and dining. This residence has easy access to Traders Joe’s, West Village, Magnolia Theater, and is minutes from Love Field Airport and Downtown Dallas. Enjoy this wonderful neighborhood, steps from the lovely Katy Trail!

This exclusive penthouse in Cascada in Mühlehorn impresses with unobstructed panoramic views of Lake Walen and the Churfirsten as well as spacious living areas and terraces. The two-storey maisonette offers a light-flooded living area, a luxurious master suite, separate offices and state-of-the-art facilities - a stylish retreat in a unique location. For more information about this property, please visit our website.

Located in the heart of one of the most sought-after addresses in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, rue Saint-Pierre, this superb duplex occupies the third and top floors of a character building. A privileged location allowing for full enjoyment of Saint-Germain life: shops, markets, restaurants, schools, RER, and the Château park are all accessible within a few minutes on foot.From the entrance, the impressive volumes are striking. The nearly 75 m² living area is the true heart of the apartment. Bathed in light thanks to its numerous openings and double exposure, it offers an exceptional reception space where the living room, dining room, and high-end open kitchen coexist harmoniously. The contemporary lines, quality materials, and unobstructed views create an elegant and warm atmosphere.The first level also features a shower room, an independent toilet, and a particularly practical laundry room for daily use.Upstairs, the sleeping area has been designed to meet the needs of a family. Here you will find three beautiful bedrooms, including a pleasant master suite with its private shower room. A second bathroom and a toilet complete this level.Outside, a balcony allows for enjoying a particularly pleasant unobstructed view and a calm environment, a rarity in the city center. From the living areas as well as from the bedrooms, the open perspectives provide an uncommon feeling of space and serenity.Completely renovated with taste, this duplex is appealing not only for its volumes but also for its brightness and exceptional location. A rare opportunity for buyers looking for a high-end family property, combining the charm of the city center with quality contemporary features.Charles Gobessi EI, commercial real estate agent registered with the Versailles Commercial Court under number 880.713.623.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Paris 9th - Exceptional Family Apartment - Saint-Georges District Property description Engel & Völkers presents this exceptional apartment located just a few steps from Rue des Martyrs. This 120 sq m (Carrez Law) property was fully renovated in 2022, offering a prestigious living environment. It is on the 1st floor with elevator access in a corner Haussmann-style building, giving it undeniable character as well as very generous volumes. You will particularly appreciate its very fine 3 m ceiling height. It benefits from dual exposure and an optimized layout, offering a spacious living room with a beautiful dining area. Upon entering, you will immediately be won over by the refined and welcoming atmosphere of this living space. All the classic period features have been carefully preserved: the wooden parquet floors, marble fireplaces and magnificent moldings add a touch of sophistication and charm. It also comprises three large, comfortable bedrooms, a shower room and a bathroom. Carefully and elegantly furnished by an interior designer, this property is ready to move into. This apartment stands out for its high-end renovation and its impeccable, pleasant layout with no wasted space. You will also find a cellar. Energy rating: D/208 Greenhouse gas emission: D/45 Estimated annual housing energy costs: 1200 - 1700€ Joint ownership of 7 lots Average annual charges 4200 € Pending proceeding NO Transaction fees VAT to be paid by the seller Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.

In Poitiers, in a privately owned hotel currently undergoing renovation, an apartment of nearly 90 m², eligible for tax incentives. The apartment occupies the ground floor of a 19th-century building, which is undergoing complete restoration under the auspices of the Monuments of France. The facade is richly adorned: a cornice with modillions and dentils, well-crafted door frames, openings with segmental arches or in the shape of a basket handle, as well as a decor of palmettes and scrolls. At the center, the pediment is decorated with a bust in high relief. The entrance to the building opens onto a corridor that leads to the apartment. It is distinguished by large volumes, under high ceilings. A balcony extends from one of the bedrooms. The whole retains a unique layout, inherited from its original vocation: the different spaces once constituted the reception rooms of the private hotel. A porch provides access to a parking space associated with the property.This description has been automatically translated from French.

In the second arrondissement of Lyon, Ainay district, a 260 m² apartment in a private mansion from the 17th and 18th centuries. Within the hotel of Nervo, a private mansion that is one of the most emblematic buildings of Lyon's heritage, a place steeped in history that saw the birth of Hélène de Montgeroult, a renowned pianist and composer of the 18th century, the apartment is situated in a four-story building. The wrought-iron gate opens onto a paved honor courtyard, while east and south-facing terraces extend the spaces. The classical facade, with its sober and orderly lines, asserts a timeless elegance. Upon crossing the molded panel front door, a wide stone staircase stands, around a cylindrical pillar and a stone arch, topped with a wrought-iron railing with understated lines. The whole, carefully maintained, is equipped with features adapted to contemporary living: intercom, bicycle and stroller storage, as well as a rotating parking space in the courtyard.This description has been automatically translated from French.

In the 16th arrondissement, in the Passy district, with a direct view of the Eiffel Tower, a contemporary duplex and its vast terrace. Set back from the street, protected by a thick mass of planting, the contemporary building, erected in the second half of the 20th century, boasts a luxurious appearance. Its facade, with a simple elegance, is clad in travertine. Located on the fifth and sixth floors, the apartment spans nearly 220 m² Carrez, with an additional 20 m² outside Carrez. It is served by an elevator accessible from the entrance hall and the parking level. It currently includes four bedrooms, but two additional ones could easily be created. A rooftop terrace, accessible from the apartment, crowns the whole. On the first level, facing the street, the entrance is opposite a staircase to the upper floor; a kitchen and a dining room follow on from it. On the garden side, the living room, spacious and bathed in light thanks to large bay windows on either side, precedes two bedrooms, each with a balcony. Further on, there are guest toilets, a wardrobe, a bathroom, and a shower room. The second floor, accessible by a wooden spiral staircase, features partially sloped volumes, partially lit by skylights. It consists of a kitchen and a large living room, two bedrooms, separate toilets, as well as a bathroom and a shower room. All floors are tiled or parquet. At the top, accessible by a spiral staircase, a terrace of approximately 70 m² occupies the entire roof of the building. Without any direct neighbors, it is oriented to ensure its occupants continuous sunlight throughout the day. In the basement, two cellars and two parking spaces are attached to the apartment.This description has been automatically translated from French.

A 155-m² split-level apartment between Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Le Bon Marché, on the upper floors of an 18th-century building with views over the roofs of Paris. Like many of the edifices standing on this street, the 18th-century building stands out thanks to its period façade. It has three vertical rows of windows, all with wrought iron guard-rails and has six levels, including the ground floor and a storey in the roof space. There is an antiques shop on the very bottom level. The building is U-shaped, set around a central patio and can be reached through a security door and gate. The apartment is located on the building’s fourth and fifth floors. It can be reached directly by an elevator or via a staircase which is in the process of being renovated and which is private above the third floor. At the back of the apartment, there is a kitchen and adjoining dining room, both of which are bathed in light through windows that overlook the inner courtyard and through skylights. Up a small flight of steps, the living room area is extended around the top of the staircase by a lounge on a mezzanine. On this same level, two generously sized east-facing bedrooms each boast an en suite bathroom and wardrobe space. A staircase with a glass stairwell climbs to the more than 50-m² top level which is currently arranged as a sleeping area, in which there is a bedroom with a vast bathroom and a large wardrobe. It could also be converted into a reception room. A veranda with a one-third / two-thirds patio door opens onto a roof terrace with unobstructed views over the roofs of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the bell towers of Saint Sulpice church.

An artist's workshop reinvented as a contemporary duplex in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. The duplex spans two floors connected by an internal staircase, covering a floor area of nearly 70 m². The entrance, located on the lower level, optimally distributes all the sleeping spaces. Once past the landing, several doors and volumes structure the circulation: a closet, a storage area, access to the toilet, as well as access to the main bedroom.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Avenue Henri-Martin near Square Lamartine, a 210 m² apartment with a private garden, service room, and cellar. The building, in Haussmannian style, has six floors and stands out for its facade made of light stone highlighted by sculpted reliefs and wrought iron balconies that mark the levels, as well as its remarkable corner rotunda. The tall windows provide abundant light and enhance the symmetry of the facade. The slate mansard roof is punctuated by curved dormer windows.A majestic double entrance includes a vast space, where the imprint of the former carriages that once stopped there still resonates. Two imposing glass doors with finely wrought ironwork recall the historical character of the place. A second hall leads to a marble staircase bordered by a wrought iron railing. The whole is bathed in a soft light thanks to large windows adorned with colorful stained glass, whose vibrant hues animate the space with a refined and timeless atmosphere.This description has been automatically translated from French.

In Neuilly-sur-Seine, in the Saussaye district, a bright 48 m² apartment on the second floor. Located on the second floor of a 1960s building with five levels and preceded by a large tree-filled garden, the apartment consists of a two-room layout of approximately 48 m² that is bathed in a calm and bright atmosphere, sheltered from the urban tumult. The presence of a resident caretaker adds a discreet serenity to the overall ambiance. Upon entering, the space is organized clearly: a hallway leads to a toilet and then to a living room facing full west. The living room is flooded with light in the afternoon thanks to a large bay window that precedes a balcony of nearly 5 m². A well-proportioned bedroom backs onto a bathroom with toilet.This description has been automatically translated from French.

A modern apartment on the 4th floor of an Art Deco building, In between the Marais, Saint-Merri and Beaubourg districts. The building was originally built in the 1930s for office space but the use of its top three floors changed approximately ten years ago. The Art Deco façade is typical of the early 20th century, thanks to its symmetry, large windows and geometrical patterns. The property is on the fourth level, where a bow-window interrupts the uniformity of the façade as well as enlarging the interior. The main entrance is situated on the right of the building. It stands out thanks to its large, double-leaf glazed door and its period ironwork. The apartment is the only one on its level and can be reached by a large staircase and spacious elevator. The entrance door opens directly into a large, 60-m² living room. One of its sides is entirely occupied by windows which contribute, along with the light-coloured oak flooring, to the place’s brightness. A fitted kitchen with natural wood fittings matching the flooring opens out onto the living room. Two bedrooms, each with a walk-in wardrobe and en suite shower room with lavatory, open into the lounge separated by a frosted glass sliding door system, which makes it possible to obtain a feeling of increased volume or close the bedrooms for privacy. The 16-m² master bedroom stands at one end of the apartment. It has a walk-in wardrobe and a large, almost 12-m² bathroom with a lavatory. Heating is provided by a reversible heat exchange pump, which provides air conditioning in the summer.

A house reminiscent of the Roaring Twenties with period decorations on a discreet street, between Parc Monceau and Rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré. Through the heavy wrought iron gate, the entrance hall boasts a striking 3.90 metre high cross-vaulted ceiling. The floor is laid with diagonal marble tiles forming black and cream diamonds. The entrance hall with its succession of arched windows, one of which is equipped with a double-glazed door, also provides access to the other two levels of the property. The lower level comprises a gym with a shower room and sauna on one side; on the other, a lounge, a boiler room and a cellar. The upper level is accessed from the entrance via a majestic marble staircase with a masonry balustrade topped by Art-Deco style wrought ironwork supporting the handrail. On the main floor, on the left, the lounge is illuminated by three large arched windows overlooking the garden. The walls are clad with solid oak panelling, vertically punctuated by leaning columns with sculpted capitals. The floors are of solid parquet. At 4.60 metres from the floor, the ceiling features a stepped perimeter cornice and indirect lighting. Opposite the entrance, the stone fireplace accentuates the axis of the room and display cabinets are positioned on either side. On the other side of the room, the kitchen is partly open to the dining room and its large window overlooking the street. A corridor serves the master bedroom with an en suite bathroom and two other bedrooms, each with its own tiled shower room. A toilet is also accessed from the corridor. This level can also be reached from the communal areas of the building, through another door. An independent studio flat on three levels is accessed from the entrance: On the ground floor, the kitchen opens onto a living room and a wooden staircase leads up to a mezzanine with a sleeping area. A second concrete staircase leads to the lower level. An intermediate landing serves the lavatory. A few steps further down is a bedroom with a window and a bathroom at the back. The property includes part of a commercial property.

A 310-m² dwelling in a 12th-century chateau, registered as a national Historical Monument, with moats, grounds and outbuildings, 30 minutes from Avignon and Uzès, in the Provencal Gard region. Not far from the banks of the Rhône, this chateau is one of the region’s most characteristic monuments, the landscape of which is influenced by winemaking and the richness of its soil, fed by the canals flowing from the peaceful neighbouring waterway, which once provided access to the river. Making skilful use of its strategic position, its construction, on a site that was most likely already occupied during the Carolingian period, dates back to the 12th century with an initial dwelling abutting a defensive tower. However, it was not until the 16th century that it was considerably developed in order to become the impressive edifice of one of the most prominent families in southern France, as well as one of the few in south-eastern France to have a defensive system composed of moats, still filled by a neighbouring stream, which are, in turn surrounded by a curtain of plane trees. From the 12th century, the chateau preserved its corner tower in the northwest, cadenced by impressive arrow slits, while two other towers (including a dovecote) flank the eastern and south-eastern corners of the three three-storey main buildings. The whole surrounds an immense formal courtyard closed off to the south by a high wall, accessible via a massive door with vermiculated rustic stonework, whereas the former rampart walk was transformed into a path along the banks of the moats. In addition, a stone bridge has now replaced the former drawbridge, which today has all but disappeared except for the bases of two of its piers. As for the buildings’ understated exteriors, cadenced by cross-windows and several more recent low-arched windows, they are somewhat counterbalanced by the richly carved doors in the central building and chapel. Saved from ruin in 1978 and registered as a national Historical Monument, the chateau was the subject of a comprehensive restoration project in the 2000s, which resulted in the creation of accommodations combining modern comforts with an unconditional respect for the property’s heritage. Located on the first floor of the chateau’s western wing and partially situated in what was once the Estates General room, the flat occupies a section built between 1572 and 1590 for Marshall de Joyeuse and communicates with a second, independent flat.

In Avignon, on Place Crillon, in an 18th-century mansion, an entirely renovated apartment of approximately 170 m². Nothing, except for the grand classicism of the facade, indicates the presence of this mansion. The sober design of this architectural façade seems to have the sole mission of showcasing Thomas Lainé's masterpiece, the 'Ancienne Comédie'. Its facade, dominated by a radiant head of Apollo, is adorned with four Ionic pilasters supporting an entablature with a triangular pediment and a balustrade enhanced by four vases simulating fire pots. The theatricality of the elevation imposes its law on the entire square, with this baroque jewel being the dominant element. It has often changed its purpose but has always retained its luminous sculpted facade, directly visible from some windows of the apartment. Far from being frozen in time, this architecture resembling an opera set is now animated by a multitude of restaurants and cafes that, when summer arrives, become one of the favorite refuges for festival-goers. The mansion, rather low, in compliance with regulations that mandated not exceeding the height of the city walls, rises two stories under a crenelated cornice highlighting a roof of canal tiles. It presents its cut stone facade under a broken white plaster. Transformed in the 19th century for commercial use, the former porch and the grand courtyard are today occupied by a restaurant with a terrace. The building comprises one apartment per floor, making it a small condominium. Located on the second floor, this apartment is organized on one side into a kitchen and a bedroom with a mezzanine, which overlook the square, and on the other side into a spacious living room, three additional bedrooms, and three bathrooms which face south away from the square with its terraces.This description has been automatically translated from French.

In the heart of Île Saint-Louis, with a clear view and a perspective over the Seine, a carefully renovated 20 m² studio, very bright. Located in a modest 18th-century building with a rendered façade and bordered by string courses, the studio is situated on the fourth and top floor. It covers approximately 25 square meters of floor space, nearly 15 m² according to the Carrez law. The common areas, decorated with antique fireplace plaques, are served by a wooden staircase with a balustrade, a testament to the building's historic character. Facing directly south, the apartment benefits from abundant light as well as a view over the Seine. During the renovation, the architect chose an optimized design in a single volume. A fitted oak kitchen has been discreetly integrated, while a shower room with toilets is placed behind a glass wall, embodying both functional and aesthetic spirit. The old tiles on the floor harmonize with a second-hand stone fireplace from a castle, adding a touch of nobility under a framework with exposed beams. Every detail has been carefully considered: custom closets, sculpted 19th-century doors, and ornate cast iron radiators. A wardrobe blends discreetly near the shower room. The recent renovation provides the advantage of a comfortable living space, with an energy rating of D.This description has been automatically translated from French.

A sunny 50-m² flat, on the third floor of a building with a lift, not far from Paris's National Assembly, in the 7th arrondissement. The flat, with a floor area of approximately 50 m², is located in the prestigious Invalides neighbourhood, just steps away from the Boulevard Saint-Germain and within proximity to many establishments emblematic of France’s great democratic ethos. As for the 19th-century building, with five floors and two flats per landing, for a total of ten co-owners, it features an entrance safeguarded by an entry code and pass, meticulously maintained common areas, which reflect the aesthetics of the era in which this building was constructed, and a stairwell, illuminated by a bull’s-eye window, with an original wooden staircase decorated with a polished wooden handrail supported by an ornate wrought-iron post. Accessible either via the staircase or the lift, the flat, facing east, includes a foyer, a kitchen, a large living room, a shower room with a lavatory, as well as a bedroom that faces the quiet interior courtyard. Last, but not least, the flat is also sold with a storage cupboard and a cellar space.

A 300-m² sumptuous flat in a 19th-century Italianate palace, with exceptional views of the Pyrenees Mountains, in the capital of the historical region of Béarn . The palace, built out of stone between 1880-1886 and rectangular in shape, faces south and is flanked by a tower to the west as well as an immense greenhouse to the east. Italianate in style and influenced by neo-Renaissance architecture, like the Osborne House, a summer residence for Queen Victoria, the central building has four storeys, while the tower has five. With a colonnade running along the top storey of the central building’s southern and northern exteriors, it is topped with a rooftop terrace safeguarded by a stone balustrade. As for the southern exterior, facing the garden, a double staircase (added in the 1910s) in Carrare marble, provides access to the peristyle terrace, supported by four caryatids depicting the seasons. Completely symmetrical in appearance and cadenced by tall rectangular windows surrounded by ornately sculpted décor, as well as columns, pilasters, friezes and other types of exuberant ornamental details, its southern exterior also features a gently protruding central row of windows, preceded by the peristyle. Originally with 4.6 hectares, the estate is enclosed by tall stone walls and accessible via two immense gates – one of which is decorated with bronze statuettes – each one located next to a caretaker’s cottage. Between 1902 and 1905, the architects Martinet and Rigault added a couple of follies throughout the property, such as an artificial spring and a temple to Diane, built out of reinforced concrete, whereas, in 1954, the grounds were divided up in large part in order to create a housing estate, the villa was split into magnificent flats and its garden was reduced to 8,200 m². Among these flats, the property in question, located on the first floor, is extended by a terrace and a balcony facing south and includes an entrance hall, four bedrooms, two living rooms, a study, a kitchen and two bathrooms, all featuring noble materials and meticulously decorated in a one-of-a-kind style, from the floor to the ceiling. Last, but not least, the common areas mainly include an entrance hall and a massive staircase in Carrare marble, with balustrades and columns also in white marble.

A 92-m² apartment on the third floor of an 18th-century building, between Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Le Bon Marché. Like many of the edifices standing on this street, the 18th-century building stands out thanks to its period façade. It has three vertical rows of windows, all with wrought iron guard-rails and has six levels, including the ground floor and a storey in the roof space. There is an antiques shop on the very bottom level. The building is U-shaped, set around a central patio and can be reached through a security door and gate. The apartment is located on the building’s third floor. It can be reached directly by an elevator or via a staircase which is in the process of being renovated and which is private above the third floor. The entrance door opens into a lounge free of the old beams that grace the other rooms. Light streams into the room, which has an impressive ceiling height and large windows that overlook the neighbouring townhouse. Adjacent to the lounge, there is a bedroom that is also east facing, and whose windows are not overlooked. A bathroom and a shower room are grouped together in the central part of the apartment. In the south-facing wing, there is a large kitchen with a dining area, whose floor is paved with period terracotta tiles. The lift opens into this room. Next to it, there is a second bedroom that is bathed in light.

A large apartment in an elegant 19th-century edifice on Lyon’s river peninsula, a stone’s throw from the city’s famous square Place Bellecour. The apartment’s edifice of dressed stone was built in the 19th century. It stands on a corner where two streets meet. It has five floors and faces south-east. The building displays the main traits of the sumptuous constructions of its time: its elegant facade stands out for decorative features that were typical of architecture of its era. These include corniches, pediments and balconies with wrought-iron balustrades. The entrance is fitted with a videophone, an intercom and an entry code system for security. The communal areas are well maintained. Every landing except the top one connects to a single apartment: there are only six properties in this commonhold. A lift takes you to each floor.

A high-ceilinged Parisian apartment bathed in natural light in a former belle époque workshop in the French capital’s 16th arrondissement. The edifice stands out for its pale brickwork facade with a ground floor, a first floor and a second floor. The entrance door is set in a surround of blue enamelled ceramic made by the famous French ceramist Émile Müller. This surround is embellished with ceramic tiles with floral and foliage motifs in an art nouveau style and is crowned with a lion’s head. Beyond the entrance door, there is a hallway with a staircase that displays an astonishing ceramic frieze – a listed work in the local land use plan. It is a tall frieze of Persian archers made by Émile Müller. Enamelled bricks adorn the walls and faithfully reflect a frieze from the Palace of Darius in Susa, Iran. Wooden steps lead up to the second floor. Beyond the apartment’s door, there is a vast 120m² space with a five-metre-high ceiling. The main part is an open-plan space bathed in an abundance of natural light from a huge glazed east-facing wall of large panes set in wooden frames. This extensive glazing is the architectural centrepiece of this former workshop. It looks down at an inner court in which the colourful elevations of the neighbouring buildings display a picture that changes over the course of the day. Wood strip flooring of solid oak with a patina of time extends across all the rooms. Its honey tinge and broad planks invite your gaze to explore the apartment. The pure-white walls underline the true sizes of the rooms and reflect the light. The layout respects the workshop’s original fluidity and keeps its character while organising distinct purposes for the different spaces. Beside the huge glazed wall, there is a workspace. The centre is taken up by a relaxation area with contemporary furniture. And a kitchen lies beneath a mezzanine. You reach this mezzanine via a white staircase with geometric lines, to the left of the entrance hall. An open-plan reading room lies up on this mezzanine and a landing connects to the main bedroom and a bathroom with a bathtub, a lavatory and a window. One last flight of stairs takes you up to a second bedroom in the roof space.

Away from the noise, in Passy, a family Haussmannian apartment of 225 m2 and its service rooms. The entrance to the stone building, secured by a digicode and intercom, opens onto well-maintained common areas with a caretaker. The apartment is located on the first floor. The double-leaf entrance door opens onto an imposing hall. The reception rooms it serves, totaling some 111 m2 with the hall, follow a double exposure: a double living room facing the street in front of the entrance, and the dining room overlooking the courtyard to the left. These rooms are adorned at the edges of the ceilings with particularly ornate moldings that crown the doors, entablatures with cartouches decorated with acanthus leaves. The parquet floors are laid in herringbone pattern and the ceiling height is 3.20 meters. All the rooms are fitted with marble fireplaces, particularly elaborate in the reception rooms. Three Haussmannian windows at ground level open onto a balcony, illuminating the double living room which is lined on one side with a wooden library. The sculpted white marble fireplace in Rococo style can warm the hearts with a joyful fire in winter. To the left, the dining room with high paneling and moldings is bathed in light thanks to two tall windows overlooking the tree-filled courtyard. Opposite, the double-leaf door opens onto the main bedroom with closets and a fireplace. The corresponding bathroom is located between the dining room and the entrance. Next to it, a room converted into a wardrobe, followed by another bedroom. A water closet near the two toilets faces these rooms and adjoins the door that opens onto the service corridor equipped with large dish cabinets. Finally, the kitchen, onto which the service door opens, is adjacent, through this circular circulation, to the dining room. The last part consists of a corridor that serves a bathroom along the kitchen, ending at a final bedroom with a high window and fireplace, probably once reserved for the service. Two bedrooms on the top floor accessible by elevator complete this apartment.This description has been automatically translated from French.

In Lille, in a 1925 Art Deco building, an apartment located on the third floor, with a garage. The apartment is situated on the third floor of a stone building from 1925, located on Boulevard de la Liberté, a thoroughfare opened in 1860, which was part of the Haussmannian urban planning developments under the Second Empire. Today lined with plane trees, it runs alongside the Palais des Beaux-Arts, the Lille Prefecture, and allows easy access to the city center. The building, designed by architect Charles Sarazin, consists of seven floors and features an Art Deco-inspired façade with rigorous geometry, characterized by a sober line, embellished with stylized motifs and wrought ironwork, where concrete, stone, and brick combine. Access to the residence is through a large glass gate equipped with an intercom. At the end of the entrance, access to the inner courtyard and cellars is through a large wrought iron gate, inspired by Art Deco. On the right, after passing through the vestibule, the elevator, installed in a metal cage, serves the floors except for the seventh. The building stands out for the excellent condition of its common areas. A 14 m² service room, located on the seventh floor, and two basements are attached to the apartment.This description has been automatically translated from French.