Originally built in 1910 by architect Stanford White, this apartment — perfectly placed in a limestone Italian Renaissance palazzo — commands unrivalled views of New York’s Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Its historic fabric remains intact — with ornate mouldings, sweeping staircases and grand proportions — yet the interiors have been reimagined with a fresh, contemporary energy.
Tasked with breathing new life into a home that had lingered on the market for years, designer Jason Saft of Staged to Sell Home approached the project with a deft balance of reverence and reinvention. He softened the palette, juxtaposed eras and introduced modern furnishings that complement rather than compete with the architecture. The result is a series of distinct, art-filled spaces — from the lush green ballroom anchored by Athena Calderone’s deep purple sofas, to serene bedrooms swathed in tactile fabrics and reflective wallpapers.
Inspired by the elegance of Paris and Vienna, Jason layered steel, marble, brass and contemporary art alongside antique wallpapers and historic detailing. Overly decorative flourishes were pared back to let original craftsmanship shine, while bold modern pieces bring warmth, comfort and a sense of the unexpected.
The transformation was completed in under 30 days, with the family staying in residence. This proves that innovation and practicality can coexist — even in the grandest settings. stagedtosellhome.com
Credits
Text by Catherine Mo
Images: Hayley Ellen Day
This article was originally published in the House & Garden Sept.oct 2025 Issue
